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NEWS UPDATE: Canada Extends Policy for In-Canada Work Permits for Immigrant visitors.

Canada introduced a new policy in 2020 that grants immigrant visitors the opportunity to apply for work permits while staying in the country. This development comes as an exciting opportunity for individuals who are visiting Canada and have received valid job offers from Canadian employers. The 2 year policy extension, announced by Immigration, Refugees and …

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Alberta Lifts Temporary Worker Restrictions

As of May 1, 2022, Alberta has lifted restrictions on hiring temporary foreign workers in the province.  The Temporary Foreign Worker (Program) is designed to allow Canadian employers to hire foreign workers to fill temporary jobs when qualified Canadians are not available.  As a response to COVID-19, the government of Alberta had a “refusal to …

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How Does Express Entry Work?

Express Entry is an online application system for skilled workers wishing to immigrate to Canada and get Canadian permanent residence status. There are 3 programs managed through Express Entry, these are: Canadian Experience Class: For skilled workers with Canadian work experience. They must have gained the work experience in the 3 years before applying and …

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Covid-19 Test No Longer Required for Fully-Vaccinated Travellers as of April 1st

On March 17th, Transport Minister Omar Alghabra tweeted, “Starting Apr, 1, Canada will no longer require fully-vaccinated travellers to provide a COVID-19 test to enter the country!” This change has come into place after travel industry advocates lobbied again testing requirement because the price of the tests can deter travellers. You must have received the …

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Alberta Renames PNP & Introduces 2 New Programs

As of February 16, 2022, the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program was renamed the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program. They have also introduced two new streams, the Rural Renewal Stream and the Rural Entrepreneur Stream. According to Immigration.ca, Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, launched the changes at the Fairness for Newcomers Summit in Calgary and stated, “We’re to …

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First Express Entry Draw of 2022

The first draw of 2022 was held on January 5th and Canada is inviting 392 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has only invited Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The draw requires a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 808 points, which is 88 points …

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Travel Restrictions Due to Omicron

Travel restrictions increase with the emergence of the Omicron variant. This variant was first detected in South Africa and has been classified as a Variant of Concern meaning there is an increased risk of transmissibility and severe disease. Since the Omicron variant was discovered new travel restrictions have been imposed. Any foreign nationals coming from …

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Minister Fraser marks the start of National Francophone Immigration Week 2021

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement:“As the new Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, it’s important for me to mark National Francophone Immigration Week because I am proud to celebrate the contributions of French-speaking newcomers to communities across Canada, as well as our country’s linguistic duality. Ottawa, …

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Using Canada’s COVID-19 proof of vaccination for travel

The Canadian COVID-19 proof of vaccination provides Canadian residents with a reliable way to demonstrate that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 when travelling within and outside Canada. Canadians can get their proof of vaccination from their province or territory (for more information, visit Canada.ca/vaccine-proof). Each country decides what type of vaccination proof is required, the …

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More than 3,000 Evacuees Arrive in Canada from Afghanistan

Statement The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement Ottawa, September 3, 2021—The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: …

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Canada reaches agreement with U.S. to support refugees’ travel to safety

The Government of Canada continues to exhaust every option to get as many Afghans to safety as possible, in partnership with our allies around the world. In the first phase of our operation, Canada evacuated roughly 3,700 people from Afghanistan—the majority of whom are refugees who supported Canada’s mission, and will soon begin new lives …

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Canada reaches agreement with U.S. to support refugees’ travel to safety

August 31, 2021—Ottawa, ON—The Government of Canada continues to exhaust every option to get as many Afghans to safety as possible, in partnership with our allies around the world. In the first phase of our operation, Canada evacuated roughly 3,700 people from Afghanistan—the majority of whom are refugees who supported Canada’s mission, and will soon …

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Canada expands resettlement program to bring more Afghans to safety

Ottawa, August 13, 2021—The Government of Canada continues to be deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan and the risks it poses for many vulnerable Afghans. Canada’s special immigration program has already brought many Afghans to Canada—and our teams there, here and across the world are working around the clock to bring as many …

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Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador extend immigration agreement

Over the past years, the Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador have worked together closely to help more newcomers choose, settle and thrive in the province. Central to these efforts is the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Immigration Agreement. First signed in 2016, the agreement sets out joint objectives and lays a blueprint for federal-provincial cooperation …

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Government of Canada invests $100 million to support newcomers’ integration

Settlement services are crucial to a newcomer’s success in Canada. They help new Canadians get work, learn English or French, find a place to live and, more broadly, succeed in this country. With the pandemic exacerbating the already challenging process of beginning a new life in a new land, settlement services have never been more …

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Government of Canada invests $100 million to support newcomers’ integration

August 12, 2021—Ottawa—Settlement services are crucial to a newcomer’s success in Canada. They help new Canadians get work, learn English or French, find a place to live and, more broadly, succeed in this country. With the pandemic exacerbating the already challenging process of beginning a new life in a new land, settlement services have never …

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Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador extend immigration agreement

August 12, 2021—King’s Point, N.L.—Over the past years, the Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador have worked together closely to help more newcomers choose, settle and thrive in the province. Central to these efforts is the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Immigration Agreement. First signed in 2016, the agreement sets out joint objectives and lays a …

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Canada moving forward with a proof of vaccination for international travel

August 11, 2021 – Ottawa – While Canadians should continue to avoid non-essential travel worldwide, the Government of Canada recognizes that proof of vaccination credentials will support the re-opening of societies and economies. Canadians are looking for a more reliable and secure way to demonstrate their COVID-19 vaccination history to foreign and Canadian border officials. To …

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