After a busy August and July, September saw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) slow down Express Entry draws. In September, the immigration department held three Express Entry draws, continuing to prioritize domestic and francophone candidates to be invited to apply for permanent residence (PR). Let’s look at Express Entry draws over the last month, and the composition of the federal […]
Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan have all increased the legal minimum hourly wage paid to workers as of October 1. Most increases are incremental and tied to the rate of inflation. For example, in Ontario, the minimum wage has increased from $16.55 an hour to $17.20. The average income of a person making minimum […]
Virtual citizenship ceremonies have become the norm in Canada. These ceremonies were traditionally held in person, but over the pandemic, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) started conducting virtual ceremonies to abide by social distancing regulations and reduce the backlog. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm Despite the lifting of pandemic restrictions, virtual ceremonies have […]
Alberta is changing how it issues Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to candidates in some Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) pathways. Starting today, September 30, candidates interested in applying to one of the AAIP worker streams will need to submit a Worker Expression of Interest (EOI). To do so, candidates will need to access the AAIP portal and complete […]
Having a prior driving under the influence (DUI) offence can render you inadmissible to Canada. If Canadian authorities deem you inadmissible, they may deny you a visa or electronic travel authorization (eTA), or refuse you entry. Schedule a Free Legal Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm If you plan to travel to Canada and have a past […]
Follow the CAEL Path to Success and save with the Academic Success Bundle! To apply for a Canadian study permit, you’ll need to take an English language test. Choosing the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) will give you access to exclusive preparation materials and support to help you achieve academic success in Canada. CAEL […]
British Columbia and Ontario have issued more nominations to immigration candidates through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Candidates were invited in two separate draws for their professional experience within in-demand sectors of the Canadian economy or a mixture of their skilled work experience and language abilities in English and French. Note: Each PNP uses its own scoring […]
Those who have had their Canadian study permit rejected may soon benefit from a new pilot project. Canada’s Federal Court has announced the Study Permit Pilot Project, designed to streamline the process of requesting judicial review of rejected study permit applications. It launches on October 1. Discover your options to study in Canada Under the Pilot, people who […]
During a recent announcement regarding changes to Canada’s temporary resident programs, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced several significant changes to the eligibility criteria for Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWPs). On September 18, Minister Miller noted that the department will be introducing further limits on SOWP eligibility for spouses of students in doctoral and certain master’s programs, select professional programs, and […]
As a newcomer to Canada, you may be considering buying a home in your new country. It may be exciting to think about but where do you start? Sign up for the upcoming webinar: Mortgage Basics: A Newcomer’s Guide to Financing a Home in Canada and continue reading to learn more. Understanding the various types of mortgages […]
