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August 23, 2021

PEI holds PNP draw inviting 161 immigration candidates

The Province of Prince Edward Island held its regular monthly immigration draw on August 19. The province invited a total of 161 immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Discover if You’re Eligible for Canadian Immigration Most of the invitations,...

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August 23, 2021

Canadian court rules IRCC took too long to process immigration application

People who want to immigrate to Canada often have to wait a long time until they receive a decision on their permanent residency application. The waiting period can drag on for months or even years. There are things an applicant...

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August 23, 2021

Do I need a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) to enter Canada?

Are you planning to come to Canada to immigrate, study, work, or simply visit?  You may have issues in doing so if you have been charged or convicted of a criminal offence. Even offences such as theft, driving under the influence and  assault can be an issue and result in a person being considered inadmissible to Canada. Click here to...

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August 22, 2021

Canada’s special immigration measures for Afghanistan and how you can help

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published a list on its website of ways that Canadians can assist Afghan refugees amid the return of Taliban rule. Its website also explains the steps it is taking to assist Canadians and...

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September 24, 2020

IRCC speeding up processing for spousal applications

Today, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, is announcing action to speed up spousal application processing and help families build their lives together in Canada.

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September 21, 2020

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of International Development and Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship on International Day of Peace

Today, as we celebrate the International Day of Peace and as the United Nations marks its 75th anniversary, we are reminded that the rules-based international order offers our best hope of both achieving peace and ending this pandemic. Peaceful cooperation...

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August 26, 2020

Facilitative measures to support international students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has made a number of temporary policy changes intended to support international students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including:

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August 24, 2020

New temporary public policy will allow visitors to apply for a work permit without having to leave Canada

Visitors who are currently in Canada and have a valid job offer will be able to apply for an employer-specific work permit and, if approved, receive the permit without having to leave the country, thanks to a new public policy...

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August 14, 2020

Pathway to permanent residency recognizes exceptional service of asylum claimants on front lines of COVID-19 pandemic

Front-line workers play a critical role in keeping Canadians healthy. In recognition of their exceptional service, today the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced a temporary measure that will provide a pathway to...

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August 13, 2020

Canada sets up task force to support survivors and others affected by the tragedy in Beirut

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, issued the following statement:

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