by Fridman Immigration Law | Feb 12, 2025 | Blogs
The Government of Canada has announced a temporary suspension on the intake of new refugee sponsorship applications from groups of five and community sponsors under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program. This pause, effective November 29, 2024, will remain...
by Fridman Immigration Law | Feb 6, 2025 | Blogs
The Government of Canada has strengthened its commitment to protecting foreign nationals who are victims of human trafficking and family violence. As of February 4, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced new measures to expand...
by Fridman Immigration Law | Feb 2, 2025 | Blogs
The Government of Canada has announced updates to the Open Work Permit (OWP) eligibility for family members of international students and foreign workers, effective January 21, 2025. These changes are part of the broader measures introduced in September 2024 to...
by Fridman Immigration Law | Feb 2, 2025 | Blogs
The Government of Canada has announced an extension of the open work permit application deadline for individuals awaiting decisions on their permanent residence (PR) applications under the Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident (TR to PR) Pathway. Applicants and...
by Fridman Immigration Law | Feb 1, 2025 | Blogs
As Canada moves toward tighter immigration controls in 2025, Manitoba’s immigration strategy faces a critical test. While the province has long viewed immigration as essential for economic growth, recent developments have put its future immigration plans in a more...
by Fridman Immigration Law | Jan 26, 2025 | Blogs
The Government of Canada has announced the 2025 allocations for study permits, continuing its efforts to strengthen the international student program and address the pressures on housing, healthcare, and other critical services. This follows the introduction of a...
