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February 13, 2024

Express Entry: IRCC invites candidates in latest general draw

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw.The department invited 1,490 candidates in a general draw.Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 535.Get a Free Express Entry...

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February 13, 2024

How IRCC works with other departments to process applications

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is responsible for enforcing the rules and legislation outlined in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA).Canada’s Immigration Minister shares responsibility for IRPA with the Minister of Public Safety, who is also the head...

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February 13, 2024

Which family members can I sponsor to come to Canada?

One of the most important functions of Canada’s immigration system is to reunite families and keep them together, as newcomers seek to build a new life in a new country.In fact, next to economic immigration, family sponsorships are the second...

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February 12, 2024

Exploring the reasons behind immigrant departures from Canada

Canada is among the most sought-after countries to immigrate to, due to the country’s exceptional quality of life, robust healthcare and education system, and liberal ethic of multiculturalism.However, Canada is not always the last stop on an immigrant’s journey. A...

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February 12, 2024

Why you may be ineligible to become a Canadian citizen

Obtaining Canadian citizenship offers numerous advantages, such as the opportunity to establish permanent residence in one of the world’s most prosperous nations, participate in the democratic processes of the country, and hold a passport widely recognized as one of the...

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February 11, 2024

First Canadian Winter? A newcomer’s guide to staying mentally healthy

Winter in Canada can be tough. Temperatures can drop below zero and the sun sets early, making days cold and short. The shorter days and colder weather can greatly affect moods and overall well-being. Sometimes referred to as the “winter...

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February 10, 2024

Four provinces issue invitations in latest provincial immigration results

Ontario, British Columbia (B.C.), and Manitoba have issued nominations through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) this week, while Quebec has also issued invitations through its provincial immigration program.Across Canada, 11 of the country's 13 provincial and territorial governments –...

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February 9, 2024

Canada extends foreign home buyer ban until 2027

The Canadian government has extended the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act until January 1st, 2027.The policy, which was initially instituted to increase the number of housing units available to Canadians for purchase, will now be...

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February 9, 2024

The lesser-known benefits of being a Canadian permanent resident

For many newcomers the ability to become a permanent resident (PR) of Canada is one of the most attractive aspects of moving to the country. Permanent residence status gives individuals the ability to reside in Canada, and to study, work,...

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February 8, 2024

Canada welcomed 471,550 new permanent residents in 2023

Recent data from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows that Canada exceeded its target for the number of permanent residents it planned to welcome in 2023.According to the most recently available IRCC backlog data, the department welcomed 471,550 new...

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