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The Difference Between Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class under Express Entry
Canada’s Express Entry system is the primary pathway for skilled workers seeking permanent residence. Within this system, candidates may qualify under one or more of three main programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC),...
New Temporary Public Policy Supports Work Permit Extensions for Prospective Manitoba Nominees
Published: April 15, 2025 Manitoba has introduced a new temporary public policy to support foreign workers in the province whose work permits have expired or are nearing expiry. Starting April 22, 2025, eligible prospective Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program...
Interim Measure for Citizenship Applications Affected by First-Generation Limit to Citizenship by Descent
Effective Immediately – Applies Until Legislative Changes Are Implemented Background: On December 19, 2023, the Ontario Superior Court ruled that key parts of the first-generation limit (FGL) to citizenship by descent under the Citizenship Act were unconstitutional....
What You Need to Know About Spousal Sponsorship in Canada
Canada’s Spousal Sponsorship Program is one of the most important immigration pathways for reuniting families. Through this program, Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner for permanent residence....
New Temporary Public Policy Expands Sponsorship Options for Sudanese Refugees
Policy Expiry: December 31, 2025 or when 160 applications are accepted In response to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a new temporary public policy that expands access to the Private...
New Open Work Permit Option for Start-Up Visa Applicants
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced an important update for entrepreneurs applying for permanent residence under the Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program. Eligible applicants may now apply for open work permits instead of employer-specific...
New Public Policy Exempts Out-of-Status Home Care Workers from Temporary Residence Requirements
Effective March 31, 2025 – Valid for 5 Years Canada has introduced a new public policy to support home care workers who have applied for permanent residence through the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (Child Care and Home Support streams). The policy recognizes...
Understanding the Difference Between Refugees and the Humanitarian & Compassionate (H&C) Program in Canada
Canada has long been recognized for its commitment to protecting vulnerable individuals facing persecution, conflict, or hardship. Two key pathways through which individuals can seek protection in Canada are the Refugee Program and the Humanitarian & Compassionate...
Canada Announces 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) Intake
The Government of Canada has announced plans for the 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), reaffirming its commitment to family reunification. This year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will accept up to 10,000 complete applications from...
Canada Introduces Study Permit Exemption for Temporary Worker Apprentices in Construction
The Government of Canada has launched a new 2-year temporary public policy allowing temporary worker (TW) apprentices in the construction sector to study without a study permit. This policy, effective from February 26, 2025, to February 26, 2027, enables eligible TW...
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