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Canada Quebec Immigration The Quebec Skilled Worker program has no list of eligible occupations. If the criteria set out by Immigration Quebec are met, individuals will qualify for the program regardless of their occupation or field of expertise. The Quebec Skilled Worker Immigration program is different from other Canadian immigration programs in that it involves two steps. […]

Over the past few years, the media has reported on a variety of stories that highlight the backlogs that the Canadian government faces for visa applicants seeking to enter the country on a sponsorship from a family member who resides in the country. Thousands of people are stuck in processing cues that can last well […]

So, you’ve done your research, followed all the guidelines, submitted your online profile and been entered into the Express Entry pool. What next? Well, the pool is where you’ll stay for up to one year from the day you enter it, until either you’re issued an invitation to apply for Canadian permanent residence, or your time in the […]

The Government of Canada has introduced a new mandatory travel requirement for the majority of persons arriving in Canada by air. Applications are open now and beginning on March 15, 2016, visitors to Canada arriving by air (including those merely traveling through) will be required to have an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) from the Government […]

Appealing a Refused Sponsorship Application Unfortunately, the people processing your application to sponsor a close family member for entry into Canada are not infallible. Mistakes do happen, which is why the appeals process exists. There are many variables to consider when applying to sponsor somebody, many of which are out of your control. For example, the […]

Recently Emma Hughes became the first successful Express Entry candidate to achieve Canadian permanent residence under the new express entry system, having first applied just over two months ago. Originally from Ireland, Hughes was quick to complete her Express Entry profile within just days of the system’s January 1 launch, where she scored 1094 points via the Comprehensive Ranking […]

Before the new Express Entry system came into effect, we could only predict how much it would affect Canadian immigration. However, four months in, it’s safe to say that Express Entry has revolutionized immigration in Canada for the better. Thousands of candidates have already received invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence. If you’re interested in applying for Express Entry, […]

Sponsorship Appeal Timelines If you get a negative result after you attempted to sponsor a family member, you have 30 days to launch an appeal of the process. When you receive a date for your appeal, you have to submit all the necessary documentation no later than 20 days before the hearing. The Minister’s counsel […]

As of January 1, 2015, the new express entry system came into play that has revolutionized the Canadian immigration system. So far, thousands of candidates have been issued invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence under the new scheme. But who is eligible? We’re going to explain more about the new system below. Express Entry Eligibility Anyone […]

Parent Visa Approved! “I like to thank you Subhihi Siddiqui and Bianca Migalbin for helping us to get our parents visa approved. Finally it got approved and they are here with us now. It wouldn’t be possible without Niren & Associates. I would recommend you to anyone who is looking for Canadian visa. They were […]

Moving to Canada can mean you’re opening your world to exciting new opportunities and challenges, but it can also be daunting if you don’t know how to get around. That’s why Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada has provided a free online interactive map to help you find immigrant services in your area. Find Free Local Services […]

What is the Canadian Citizenship Test? The Canadian citizenship test is required for individuals between ages 18 and 54 applying for citizenship. It is most commonly a written test, but sometimes an applicant will be required to take oral test with a citizenship officer instead. The test focuses on subjects like citizens’ rights, freedoms, and responsibilities, along […]

As you’re probably aware by now, Express Entry kicked into place on January 1, 2015. This means that if you’re a skilled worker looking to immigrate to Canada, you have to go through the express entry system. We’re going to go over all the steps you’ll need for Express Entry, from finding out whether you’re eligible, […]

The new Opportunities Ontario Provincial Nominee Program is an immigration program that works in conjunction with Express Entry and enables Ontario to nominate individuals as well as their families for Canadian permanent residence, on the basis that they already have a pre-approved job offer for the province. Here’s a step-by-step guide for applying to the Opportunities Ontario […]

At the end of the month, Bill C-24, otherwise known as the Strengthening Canadian Citizenship Act, partially came into effect, essentially introducing a two-tier citizenship system. Below, we’re going to take a look at what this means for those who want to apply for Canadian citizenship, as well as current Canadian citizens. Grants of Citizenship First, […]