Canadian citizenship law allows for dual citizenship, which has become a hot commodity in today’s era of increasing geopolitical instability.Many citizens of the United States, for example, have been claiming Canadian citizenship to become dual citizens in recent years.Provided that...
If you have a spouse, common-law partner, or one or more dependent children, you must properly declare these family members on your permanent residence (PR) application, even if they won't be accompanying you to Canada.If your family members will be...
For many, starting a new life in Canada may mean finding work – and landing job interviews. One of the most important tools in that process is a Canadian-style resume. In Canada, a resume should include a clear summary of...
Early-career workers from countries across South America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania can work in Canada by obtaining special work permits that can be issued for up to two years.Citizens aged 18–35 or 18–30 of the following countries can qualify for...
Post-graduation work permit (PGWP) applicants can increase their chances of success by keeping in mind key provisions in the instructions that immigration officers use to assess their applications.Even if they're already familiar with PGWP eligibility criteria, applicants can benefit from...
Foreign nationals working in Canada on International Experience Canada (IEC) work permits will continue to be able to receive permits for subsequent participations from within the country, under a recently-extended policy.Canada’s immigration department, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, has extended...
Manitoba employers in all sectors can now support work permit extensions for workers in 16 skilled trades professions, under Manitoba’s Temporary Resident Retention Pilot (TRRP).Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with Cohen Immigration LawSector-exempt occupationsOccupation title NOC code Agricultural Equipment Technician 72401 ...
As North America’s major free trade agreement enters review, stakeholders are calling for the “modernization of the existing list of covered professionals to reflect digital and clean‑tech professions.”An expansion of the list might enable the inclusion of professions such as...
The Canadian federal government has ushered in a new era of permanent residence (PR) selection, prioritizing foreign nationals with work experience in in-demand occupations.Assess your eligibility for Canadian permanent residenceThere are many in-demand healthcare jobs, some of which can be...
Foreign nationals who had previously sought permanent residence through the now-defunct Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) may have their best shot at permanent residence by settling outside Quebec.The Quebec government closed the PEQ to new applications on November 19, 2025, while...
