Travelling to Canada? Plan ahead to avoid being turned away for a criminal record
Chris GribbleIf you’re not a Canadian citizen, you may be denied entry to Canada if you have a criminal record. If you plan ahead, you may be able to overcome criminal…
Canada updates minimum fund requirements for Express Entry programs
On July 7, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada updated the amount of money foreign nationals need to immigrate to Canada. Those applying for permanent residence (PR) under two Express Entry…
IRCC issues invitations to Express Entry candidates in first draw of July
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 356 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee…
Canada postpones removal of study programs from PGWP eligibility
Canada’s immigration department has announced a grace period for the removal of many study programs from eligibility for post-graduation work permits (PGWPs). Study programs which had initially been removed from…
What you need to know about applying for your first Canadian passport
When naturalized as a Canadian citizen, you don’t automatically receive a Canadian passport. You must apply for one. If you happen to be applying or are thinking about applying for…
Alberta holds two draws inviting candidates for provincial immigration
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has held two more draws, inviting candidates to apply for provincial nomination. Both draws focused on candidates in specific priority sectors. Assess your eligibility…