Since March 2020, international students can complete their entire program online from abroad and still be eligible for a Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). This measure, set to expire in December 2021, has been extended to August 2022. The rule applies to international students who: are enrolled in a PGWP-eligible program; began, or will begin, a program in any semester from spring 2020 to summer 2022; have a study permit or approval for a study permit, or applied for a study permit prior to starting their program and are eventually approved; and meet all other PGWP criteria. For those completing 2 study programs, they can finish 100% of…

Visitors who are eligible to enter Canada will have their applications processed faster by IRCC. IRCC will contact visitor visa applicants, who meet the requirements to enter Canada, within 14 to 30 days from when the application was submitted. Visa processing times vary by country, however, IRCC informed that applications from people who are exempt from COVID-19 travel restrictions are being prioritized. To be considered fully vaccinated and exempt from restrictions to enter Canada, travelers need to: have received the full series of the following accepted COVID-19 vaccine or a combination of accepted vaccine: Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty, tozinameran, BNT162b2) Moderna (mRNA-1273) AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD (ChAdOx1-S, Vaxzevria, AZD1222) Janssen/Johnson & Johnson (Ad26.COV2.S) have…

Public Policy allowing visitors to apply for a work permit from within Canada has been extended until February 28, 2022. The original public policy that came into effect on August 24, 2020 was set to end on March 31, 2021 was extended on April 1 until August 31, and has now been extended again to February 28, 2022. Besides allowing foreign nationals with visitor status applying for a work permit, the policy also allows former foreign workers in Canada to work while a decision on their work permit application is pending. In both cases, the work permit needs to be supported by a…

Starting today, fully vaccinated travellers, from any country, can enter Canada for non-essential travel. Check what changes from today: Fully vaccinated travellers who meet all of the mandatory requirements do not have to quarantine upon arrival in Canada. Travellers MUST show their ArriveCAN receipt to board their flight. All travellers must have proof of a negative COVID-19 molecular test taken within 72 hours before arrival, or a positive result taken 14-180 days before arrival. Antigen tests will not be accepted. Fully vaccinated travellers do not need testing, unless they have been randomly selected to complete a Day 1 Covid-19 molecular test. Travellers entering Canada for exempt…

Alberta holds stunning natural scenery, vibrant cities, strong oil and gas industries, and below average cost of living. It embodies diversity and leans heavily on immigrants to fill skills gaps and grow its economy. Want to immigrate to Alberta? Yes, you CAN DO it! Alberta is the westernmost of the three prairie provinces in Canada, and one of only two landlocked provinces in the country. It is known for its vast natural resources, ranging from the country’s largest deposits of oil and gas through to the stunning natural scenery – particularly in Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper. The abundant work opportunities,…

Ontario is Canada's most populous province, the one that contributes the most to the country's gross domestic product and receives the highest number of immigrants. Want to immigrate to Ontario? Yes, you CAN DO it!   Located in east-central Canada, Ontario has a lot to offer to residents and visitors alike. From abundant nature to large urban centers, the province offers the most diverse options for leisure, work and business opportunities, having become the one that most attracts foreigners in search of a new place to settle. The capital Toronto is Canada's most populous city, with nearly 3 million inhabitants[1], and has the…

IRCC has announced that additional 30,000 applicants to the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) will be invited to apply, starting September 23, 2021. Invitations will be sent over the course of two weeks to potential sponsors who have already submitted their application in 2020. They will be selected randomly as previous years. New applications are not open yet. Applications need to be submitted online through the new Permanent Resident Digital Intake tool, within 60 days from the day the invitation to apply is received. IRCC will assess potential sponsors’ income for tax years 2020, 2019 and 2018. Due to the COVID-19…

Visitors traveling for a non-essential purpose will be allowed to enter Canada again after almost one year a half of restrictions. The Canadian government has just announced that fully vaccinated tourists will be able to enter the country, starting August 9 for U.S citizens and permanent residents and September 7 for travelers from other countries.   Canada will allow only travelers who have taken both doses of Astra Zeneca, Pfizer, and/or Moderna or one dose of Janssen, the approved vaccines in Canada, at least 14 days prior to enter the country. They need to present proof of vaccination in English or…

International students and workers in Canada who applied for permanent residency under any of the public policies launched in April this year will now be able to apply for an open work permit if their status expires before a decision is made on their permanent residency application. These applicants are not allowed to apply for a bridging open work permit offered to those who applied for permanent programs such as Express Entry Programs. Some of them, also, are not be able to renew their current permit if they do not meet the renewal requirements, such as having an approved Labour…

On July 5th at 11:59 p.m. EDT Canada will start admitting fully vaccinated Canadians and authorized travellers without being subject to the federal requirement to quarantine or take a COVID-19 test on day-8. When arriving by air, they also will not be required to stay at a government-authorized hotel. Canadian citizens and permanent residents and their eligible family members, workers with authorized permit and a valid job offer, and eligible students with approved study permit, all traveling for non-discretionary reasons, are authorized to enter Canada. Foreign nationals who have a Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) issued after March 18, 2020…

Canada announced a new public policy to grant permanent residency to eligible workers and recent graduates from Hong Kong who are currently in Canada with valid status. The public policy is part of the Hong Kong Immigration Pathway, released by the Canadian government in November last year, in response to the adoption of a controversial national security law in Hong Kong. It takes effect on June 1, 2021, and will expire on August 31, 2026. The initiative will support Hong Kongers who want to work and settle in Canada, facilitating and expediting the process to obtain work permit and permanent residency. There…

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Great news for PGWP holders: IRCC releases information on how to apply for a new work permit if you held or hold a PGWP  Foreign workers in Canada with an expired or expiring PGWP can now apply for an open work permit under the new Public Policy announced by IRCC last week. Applications are open as of January 27, 2021 until July 27, 2021. The new work permit will be valid for 18 months. Who can apply: Applicants who meet the following 5 requirements can apply for the new open work permit: PGWP Expiry Date: The post-graduation work permit (PGWP) expired on or after January 30,…

Learn if you need to start over your career when it comes to immigrating to Canada Many people dream on moving to another country looking for knowledge, immersing themselves in other cultures, meeting people, learning a language, trying different cuisine, etc. Others seek a better life, develop professionally and be better paid. There are also those searching for security and better life because they live in places with a high level of violence, social inequality, low economic development or even due to dissatisfaction with political leaders. The reasons are diverse; however, the fact is that living abroad is definitely one of the…

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B.C. is one of the most desirable destinations to work, study, and live in Canada. In the last three years, the Province ranked second when it comes to the admission of immigrants. Do you want to live in B.C.? Yes, you CAN DO it! I was born and raised in B.C. and have had the opportunity to explore the Province broadly. From north to south, east to west, travelers will experience spectacular views of mountain sceneries, lakes with the most incredible shades of blue and green, plenty of wild life, cultural diversity, metropolitan centers, and delight themselves with fresh, tasteful food…

Our specialist responds As we could see in the 2021-2023 Immigration Levels Plan released on October 30th, despite the COVID Pandemic, Canada is seeking to increase immigration for the next three years and welcome to the country around 150,000 more permanent residents than its previous prediction, stated at the beginning of 2020. The government’s decision is certainly based on the impacts of the COVID pandemic on the Canadian economy. Immigrants are now more than ever extremely important to recover the country’s economic growth and development. Immigration was by far one of the most affected sectors in Canada, mainly due to border and traveling…

Learn what is CUSMA and how to immigrate to Canada under this Agreement Signed in 1994 by Canada, U.S., and Mexico, the North American Free Trade Agreement – NAFTA was developed to facilitate trade and revoke barriers among the three participating nations when doing business. In July 2020, a new agreement named CUSMA entered in force to update provisions of NAFTA and address current trade and economic issues of the three countries. In terms of immigration regulations, CUSMA eliminates the need for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for business persons covered by the Agreement, which means citizens of U.S. and Mexico…

Learn how to immigrate to Saskatchewan without a job offer from a Canadian employer and without Canadian work experience The Province of Saskatchewan has two programs designed for skilled workers without job offer from a Canadian Employer and without Canadian work experience: Occupation In-Demand and Saskatchewan Express Entry. Occupation In-Demand Candidates with post-secondary education and work experience in an occupation NOC 0, A or B in the same field of their studies can apply for permanent residency through the Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker Occupation In-Demand Program if they: Are living outside Canada or inside the country with legal status Are not a refugee claimant Score a minimum…