Canada is one of the world’s most welcoming destinations for international students.Last year, Canada welcomed over 551,000 new international students, an all-time record.Once in Canada, international students quickly discover they are in a cultural mosaic with people from all corners of the globe. This diversity allows them to stay connected with their cultural identities while […]

Buying your first home in Canada as a newcomer is an exciting milestone and one of the most important decisions you will make.By understanding the world of Canadian mortgages, you’ll be better prepared to achieve your homeownership goals in your new country.In this two-part series, we will explore the essential aspects of Canadian mortgages beyond […]

The definition of eligible work experience in the context of Express Entry depends on exactly which program an immigration candidate is applying under.In other words, what is considered eligible skilled work experience varies depending on whether a particular candidate is applying to the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).The following outlines exactly […]

Four members of Canada’s Senate released a report on September 20, outlining how to strengthen the integrity of the country’s international student program.While the report suggests that international students are beneficial to Canada’s economy, as well as its social and cultural landscape, there are also a myriad of integrity issues within Canada’s international student program. These include […]

Canada is celebrating its fifth annual Gender Equality Week. The campaign takes place every year in September. This year the theme is United for Gender Equality: Stronger Together. It aims to increase awareness of the unique identities and to promote inclusivity of all people in Canada regardless of gender, sexual orientation, racial background, or level of education.All government departments in Canada are meant […]

A recent poll by Nanos, a public opinion research agency, shows that support for immigration is wavering in Canada.The poll, which was conducted in partnership with the Globe and Mail, found that since March 2023, Canadians are less supportive of high immigration targets and believe that the number of international students should be limited.The Nanos report shows […]

In many cases, both international students and temporary foreign workers (TFWs) coming to Canada want their family members to accompany them.Fortunately, Canada has made it possible for both work permit and study permit holders (together classified as temporary resident visa (TRV) holders) to bring their family members – including spouses, common-law partners and dependent children – with […]

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has held its second Express Entry draw this week.On September 20, IRCC invited 1,000 candidates in transport occupations to apply for permanent residence. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) was 435.On September 19, IRCC also issued 3,200 invitations to candidates in an all-program  draw. The […]

Canadian permanent residence (PR) offers a chance at a new life in a country that provides an extremely high standard of living, government support, and freedom from discrimination.While Canadian PR is attainable, the process of applying can be daunting, and for most the largest portion of this process entails simply waiting. Even if a candidate receives an invitation […]

A work permit allows a foreign national to work in Canada temporarily. Navigating Canada’s work permit options and process can be difficult. Here are answers to some of the questions asked most often about Canada’s work permit process. 1. How much is the processing fee for a work permit in Canada? The cost for work permits in […]