There are a number of pathways for nurses to immigrate to Canada. The pandemic has exacerbated the need for nurses in Canada. One of the ways to fill job vacancies in the industry is to offer pathways to permanent residency for foreign nurses. Canada was experiencing nursing shortages even before the pandemic. Since COVID-19 swept the […]
Express Entry: Canada invites 545 PNP candidates
Canada is holding bi-monthly PNP draws and will resume FSWP and CEC invitations rounds early July. Canada invited 545 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence on May 11. All invited candidates had previously received a nomination from a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and had a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) of at least 753. The minimum score […]
How to visit Canada this summer even if you have a criminal record
Canada’s border has reopened to tourists. If you are concerned about a past criminal history, you may have options to overcome criminal inadmissibility. If you believe you are criminally inadmissible to Canada, don’t lose hope. You may still be able to take your vacation to Canada this summer. Canada lifted border restrictions for fully vaccinated tourists late last […]
IRCC’s application backlog grows beyond 2.1 million people
Immigration Canada’s backlog of PR, TR, and citizenship applications grew by nearly 99,000 people in 18 days. Canada’s immigration backlog has grown beyond 2.1 million across all lines of business as of April 29, according to the latest Canadian government data obtained via email by CIC News. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)’s backlog has progressed […]
Canada’s unemployment rate falls to all-time low of 5.2%
Canada’s labour market remains very strong for Canadian-born and immigrant workers alike. Canada’s unemployment rate has fallen to a new all-time low once again. Statistics Canada reports it fell to 5.2 per cent in April, down from the previous record of 5.3 per cent that was set in March. Discover if You Are Eligible […]
Am I a Canadian citizen if my parent is a Canadian?
You are eligible for Canadian citizenship if your parent is a Canadian, but you need to apply. If you have at least one biological or legal parent who was a Canadian citizenship at the time of your birth, you can submit a Proof of Citizenship application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The fee is only […]
BC, Manitoba and Saskatchewan hold new immigration draws
Here is a look at Canada’s provincial immigration draws for the week of May 2. This past week, three Canadian provinces released their Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw results. Most Canadian provinces and territories (with the exception of Quebec and Nunavut) operate their own PNPs. Through these programs, interested candidates may be invited to apply for a provincial […]
Am I a Canadian citizen if my parent is a Canadian?
You are eligible for Canadian citizenship if your parent is a Canadian, but you need to apply. Canada allows the children of its citizens to apply for Canadian citizenship. If you have at least one biological or legal parent who was a Canadian citizenship at the time of your birth, you can submit a Proof of […]
How to gain permanent residence through the Canadian Experience Class
A step-by-step guide to permanent residence through the Canadian Experience Class. Since 2008, the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) has offered an immigration pathway for candidates who have worked in Canada and want to transition to permanent residence. Following a temporary pause that has been in place since September 2021, Express Entry invitation rounds for CEC candidates are set […]
How to apply for a Canadian spousal open work permit
If you and your Canadian partner apply for spousal sponsorship in Canada, you may be eligible to work while waiting on a decision. Spouses and common-law partners of Canadians can get an open work permit while their inland sponsorship application for permanent residence is being processed. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) aims to process applications […]
