In September 2020, a client came to our office with big packages of documents for review. He wanted to know whether we could help him to remain in Canada. A citizen from Somalia who, with the assistance of another lawyer, had exhausted all the possible venues to be...

On 14 December 2020, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) began accepting applications for permanent residence from refugee who worked in Canada’s health-care sector and provided direct care to patients during the COVID-19 pandemic To apply, applicants...

Starting October 20, 2020, international students attending approved Colleges and Universities can travel to Canada. The new exemption applies to all international students, regardless of where they are travelling from. It does not affect those already in Canada. To...

On October 5, 2020, the Minister of Immigration has announced the re-opening of the Parental Sponsorship Program. Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada will have the opportunity to submit an expression of interest to sponsor their parents and/or...

We understand the frustration of individuals when their applications to visit, study, work or immigrate to Canada are denied.  Everyone should be entitled to a fair process of determination of their application that is assessed reasonably.  While most Canadians visa...

On August 24, 2020, The Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a temporary change to Canada’s work permit policy. Workers who are here on a visitor status and have a legitimate job offer, can apply for employment-specific work...

Immigration Refugee and Citizenship Canada Updates 1) Border Restrictions with the United States have been extended until the end of August. 2) Individuals applying for a study permit or work permit from within Canada are exempt from biometrics. 3) Individuals who are...