Canada is a very popular destination for international students due to its high standard of education, comparatively low educational costs, opportunities to work while studying and the immigration opportunities available post-graduation.Data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) showed as of December 31st, 2022, there were 807,750 international students with valid study permits, an all-time high number.With even more […]
Canada welcomes millions of temporary residents each year. Unless an individual is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident or from a visa-exempt country, an individual who wants to enter Canada for a temporary purpose must apply for a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV).A temporary purpose includes tourists, temporary foreign workers (individuals with work permits) and international students (individuals with study permits).The […]
According to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Canada was ranked the most attractive country for immigrant start up founders and entrepreneurs compared to all other OECD countries.There are 24 OECD countries including the United States, France, United Kingdom, Sweden and Australia.According to the OECD report, there has been a growing interest from these […]
Five of Canada’s provinces have invited candidates to apply through provincial immigration programs this week.Immigration is a shared responsibility between the provincial and federal governments. When a province nominates a candidate through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) it strengthens a candidate’s application for permanent resident status. This is especially true for Express Entry candidates who automatically receive 600 additional Comprehensive […]
It’s no secret why Canada attracts people from around the world – it’s a great place to visit and an even better place to live and work.Canada is a feast for the eyes and offers a great quality of life, which is why it’s become a firm favourite with expats. It also boasts an enviable […]
Finding a job in your field in Canada can be challenging. As a newcomer to Canada, it is important to utilize tools and resources to make finding your dream job as easy as possible.The government of Canada website offers a Job Bank that lists employment opportunities across Canada. Within the Job Bank, there is a career planning page that […]
The Canadian federal courts have recently ruled on two cases concerning processing delays in immigration and study permit applications. In both cases, the applicant asked the court to issue a writ of mandamus to compel Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to process their application.A writ of mandamus is a judicial remedy that asks the courts to […]
With CAEL now accepted for Student Direct Stream (SDS) applications, we are excited to help our test takers prepare for their tests.We are pleased to offer a variety of free resources, including weekly free webinars, free practice tests, study tips, and more. Check out these free preparation resources and build your own study routine: Weekly […]
CIC News has obtained an IRCC memo providing information on the Citizenship to Passport Pilot. Through the pilot, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will invite 100 citizenship grant applicants to apply for a passport during citizenship processing.The pilot program implements a new, streamlined passport application form that uses information already collected by the citizenship program. Once the applications are processed, […]
As a newcomer, one of the first things you’ll do when arriving in Canada is setting up your phone and internet plan.Courtesy of Virgin Plus, this article will outline what to look for from your telecom provider to ensure you gain access to an affordable plan that suits your needs. Before you make any decisions, it […]
