Canada today is home to over 800,000 international students, one of the world’s largest international student populations. Much of this popularity is due to the country’s excellent educational institutions, as well as promising employment and immigration possibilities after graduation.While having an abundance of education options has ultimately benefitted international students, it can make the task of […]
Three ways to overcome a cannabis conviction before coming to Canada
Inadmissibility to Canada, for all crimes including cannabis-related convictions, depends on how a foreign conviction equates to the Canadian criminal code.In other words, if a foreign national is deemed criminally inadmissible to Canada, it is because the crime they committed in another country equates to a crime under Canadian law that would render the individual unable […]
Immigration fuels Canada’s highest population growth since 1957
According to Statistics Canada, Canada’s population has soared, reaching an estimated 40,528,396, a figure which includes citizens and residents, on October 1st, 2023. The surge reflects an increase of 430,635 people, marking a notable growth rate of 1.1% since July 1st, 2023. This increase represents the highest population growth in any quarter since the second quarter […]
Fredericton Capital Region New Brunswick’s jewel in the crown
Does the idea of living in a place where urban lifestyle and rural charm coexist, excite you?Look no further, as the Capital Region of New Brunswick offers a unique blend of hustle and calm, a plethora of opportunities and a dose of tranquility, all in one place. The city of Fredericton that sits in the […]
Start up Visa has encouraged immigrants in the US to move to Canada
New research has shown that Canada’s Start up Visa policy has encouraged immigrants in the United States to move to Canada.This research is in line with the implementation of Canada’s program to entice H-1B visa holders in the US to come to Canada, which attracted so many applications it reached the 10,000 limit in less than 48 hours. A new study […]
IRCC invites Express Entry candidates in fourth draw of the week
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the fourth Express Entry draw of the week. The department invited 400 candidates to apply in category-based selection draw for candidates in agriculture and agri-food occupations. Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 386 to be eligible for an ITA.This draw follows three others this week on December […]
Immigrating to Canada? Here’s Everything You Need to Prepare for your CELPIP Test
If you’re applying for your Canadian citizenship, or for permanent residency through Express Entry, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), or another pathway, the CELPIP Test is the Canadian choice for your journey to Canada, and is officially recognized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). We know that while your English proficiency test can be […]
What you need to know before moving to Quebec
Quebec is Canada’s second most populated province, with a population of over 8.7 million. Quebec’s three biggest metropolitan areas include Montreal, Quebec, and Sherbrooke.Quebec is a unique province compared to Canada’s other provinces and territories due to it being Canada’s only majority-French region. Hence, Quebec is the only province that is predominately Francophone. Moving to […]
I was given work authorization with my Canadian study permit, but my permit is missing this authorization. How do I amend this?
Occasionally, international students who are eligible to work in Canada may find that their study permit does not explicitly state that they “may work” or “accept employment”. In this case, the student will be required to amend their study permit before they can work in Canada. This procedure is known as applying for an Amendment to the […]
British Columbia projects 1 million job openings in the next ten years
According to British Columbia’s recently released Labour Market Outlook report, the province will add 1 million jobs to its workforce by 2033.The Labour Market Outlook report is a 10-year forecast of the province’s in-demand careers, skills training and education, as well as the industries that may be hiring. The report shows that 65% of the new job […]
