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Alberta pauses processing for Alberta Opportunity Stream applications; will launch stream for tourism and hospitality

As of February 15, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has temporarily paused processing applications for the Alberta Opportunity Stream until further notice. The AAIP says the pause will give the province time to “address its current inventory and focus its

Canada implement policies to increase affordability of housing and groceries

A new Leger poll conducted for OMNI news, illustrated the effect of an increasing cost of living on newcomers in Canada. According to the study, 83% of the 1522 newcomers surveyed felt that affordability issues were making settling in Canada more

Making Toronto home: A newcomer’s guide to life in Canada’s largest city

Toronto is Canada’s biggest city. With its vibrant mix of cultures, robust job opportunities, and a bustling city life, Toronto is an appealing destination for anyone seeking a dynamic and enriching place to live. This guide offers valuable insights and practical

Master’s students are now eligible for a 3-year work permit

Starting today, international students studying in master’s programs that are less than two years in length, are eligible for a three-year post-graduation work permit (PGWP). Before today, the length of an issued PGWP was correlated with the length of a program

How can I extend my stay in Canada as a student?

After an international student obtains a study permit, they may need to extend or change the permit during their studies in Canada. Discover your options to study in Canada A study permit expires 90 days after the end of a study

IRCC confirms it will continue with current Express Entry categories

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially confirmed that it will continue using the six categories currently eligible for category-based selection in Express Entry draws in 2024. In an email alert from IRCC, the department said that it will continue

How does my spouse or common-law partner impact my CRS score?

Most newcomers applying through Canada’s economic immigration pathways will want to bring their spouse or common-law partners with them. Canada’s immigration system is sensitive to these needs. Having a loved one in your immigration application can impact your Comprehensive Ranking System

Express Entry: IRCC invites candidates in latest general draw

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw. The department invited 1,490 candidates in a general draw. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 535. Get a Free

How IRCC works with other departments to process applications

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is responsible for enforcing the rules and legislation outlined in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). Canada’s Immigration Minister shares responsibility for IRPA with the Minister of Public Safety, who is also the head

Which family members can I sponsor to come to Canada?

One of the most important functions of Canada’s immigration system is to reunite families and keep them together, as newcomers seek to build a new life in a new country. In fact, next to economic immigration, family sponsorships are the second

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