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2024: Express Entry year in review

We saw many changes to Canada’s Express Entry system in 2024. In this article, we’ll review the major changes to Express Entry, many of which have significant implications for foreign nationals seeking Canadian permanent residence (PR). Reviewing recent developments and highlighting

OPINION: Newcomers working to alleviate Canada’s top issues

Newcomers are working to address Canada’s top two issues: healthcare and housing affordability. In a research study conducted by CIC News, Canadians ranked healthcare and housing affordability as among the top concerns facing Canada today. Both newcomers and native-born Canadians responded

The major changes for international students and Post-Graduation Work Permits in Canada in 2024 – year in review

We’ve seen major changes to Canada’s international student program in 2024. Major changes include Updated eligibility criteria for post-graduation work permits (PGWPs); Updated cost of living requirement; Closure of the Student Direct Stream and the Nigeria Student Express; Caps on study

These are the most livable cities in Canada for newcomers in 2024

Victoria has been named the most livable city in Canada for newcomers, according to a new ranking. Every year, The Globe and Mail releases its annual ranking of most Livable Cities in Canada. Moving to Canada? Sign up for our special

Canadian university launches institute to study migration and improve outcomes for newcomers

Concordia University has launched a research institute to study the impacts of immigration. The Montreal-based university created the Institute for Research on Migration and Society (IRMS) to provide evidence-based research on migration and offer a space for discussions to help newcomers

Ban on flagpoling comes into effect today

As of December 23, 11:59 pm, the ban on flagpoling is now in effect. Now temporary residents (those on a work or study permit) in Canada can no longer receive same-day immigration services at the border. These newcomers will need to

IRCC to remove CRS points for job offers from Express Entry in Spring of 2025

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has provided more updates on their plans to remove points for a job offer under Canada’s Express Entry system. In a recent news release, the department announced that they would be instituting this change in

Canada extends deadline for changes to first-generation limit for citizenship by descent

On December 18, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice extended the deadline for changes to Canada’s first generation limit (FGL) by three more months. The new deadline is March 19, 2025. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen Immigration

What work can you do in Canada without needing a work permit?

In general, foreign nationals require a work permit for legal authorization to work in Canada, but there are exceptions allowing business visitors to perform certain kinds of work without needing a permit. Business visitors can work without needing a permit because

A day in the life of an international student: How Samsung innovations can help you thrive in Canada

Anita wakes up at 7:30 a.m. to her Samsung clock app. She picks up her phone to check her calendar and plan her day. She’s grateful she signed up for the Samsung SmartStarts program after she moved to Canada to go

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