Chris GribbleFive questions to ask before hiring an immigration representative
Immigrating to Canada is high stakes, prompting many newcomers to work with immigration representatives for work permit and permanent residence applications. Here are five questions you should always ask before…
British Columbia invites hundreds of candidates in first program draw in more than two months
On December 10, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held a new skills immigration invitation round. The draw targeted hundreds of candidates that the province believes will create…
Snowstorm caught you off guard? Here’s how to be better prepared for the next one
From subzero temperatures to heavy snowfall and icy roads, Canadian winters can present a tough adjustment for those experiencing them for the first time. With winter already in full effect,…
Quebec invites over 1,800 candidates across various sectors and occupations through the PSTQ
On December 4, Quebec invited over 1,870 individuals to apply for permanent selection through the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). This latest selection round comes after a three-month hiatus, and…
IRCC’s December processing times bring positive news for many study permit, PGP applicants
The latest processing times published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada(IRCC) show a decrease in wait time for numerous application types compared to a month ago. Notable improvements can be…
Avoid graduate work permit refusals: IRCC releases new instructions on how to prevent crucial mistake
In recent months, some international student graduates have seen their Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) applications refused for missing language tests and/or proof of field of study requirements in their applications.…
Skilled workers in these occupations can get a work permit within two weeks
Highly skilled workers in specialized tech or in-demand occupations may be eligible for expedited work permit processing. The Global Talent Stream (GTS) of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) targets…
OINP issues over 1,100 invitations across five draws after two-month pause
On December 10, Ontario extended a total of 1,133 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination across five draws, after having held no draws since October 9. Candidates across three…