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March 22, 2022

Immigration Canada’s backlog grows to 1.84 million

CIC News > Latest News > > Immigration Canada’s backlog grows to 1.84 million As of mid-March, IRCC reports a backlog of 1,844,424 persons across all lines of business.IRCC reports there are 1.84 million people waiting on decisions in its...

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March 21, 2022

I’m a Newcomer Searching for Housing in Canada: Should I Rent or Buy?

CIC News > Latest News > > > I’m a Newcomer Searching for Housing in Canada: Should I Rent or Buy? CanadaVisa and Scotiabank are hosting a free webinar on how to find housing in Canada. Join us on May...

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March 21, 2022

IRCC: No details yet on Parents and Grandparents Program 2022

In a March 14, 2022 email to CIC News, IRCC said it has yet to be determined when the application process for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) 2022 will open. Under the new Immigration Levels Plan 2022-2024, the Department...

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March 20, 2022

Canada is open to tourists again. Here’s how to avoid criminal inadmissibility issues at the border

CIC News > Latest News > > Canada is open to tourists again. Here’s how to avoid criminal inadmissibility issues at the border Whether you have a minor or major offense on your record, it is important to plan ahead...

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March 19, 2022

Canada’s PNP draw results from March 14 to 18

CIC News > Latest News > > > Canada’s PNP draw results from March 14 to 18 Alberta PNP invites candidates with CRS 318. BC holds a unique draw. PEI's monthly draw results are out.This past week, three Canadian provinces...

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March 18, 2022

How film and TV production companies can get Canadian work permits

CIC News > Latest News > > How film and TV production companies can get Canadian work permits As a producer you may be exempt from needing a work permit whereas production crew members and actors may get an LMIA-exempt...

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March 17, 2022

IRCC continues to evaluate Express Entry options, but will resume FSWP and CEC invitations in 2022

CIC News > Latest News > > > IRCC continues to evaluate Express Entry options, but will resume FSWP and CEC invitations in 2022 A new internal memo shows IRCC continues to weigh its options and is going to submit...

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March 17, 2022

IRCC continues to evaluate Express Entry options, but will resume FSWP and CEC invitations in 2022

CIC News > Latest News > > > IRCC continues to evaluate Express Entry options, but will resume FSWP and CEC invitations in 2022 ANALYSIS: A new internal memo shows IRCC continues to weigh its options and is going to...

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March 17, 2022

Canada launches special temporary residence pathway for Ukrainians

CIC News > Latest News > > Canada launches special temporary residence pathway for Ukrainians A fast-track visa processing pathway for Ukrainians is now accepting applications.On March 17, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced the launch of the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for...

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March 17, 2022

Canada to end pre-arrival COVID-19 test for incoming travellers

CIC News > Latest News > > Canada to end pre-arrival COVID-19 test for incoming travellers Canada is lifting its COVID-19 test requirements for fully vaccinated travellers.Starting April 1, fully vaccinated travellers to Canada will no longer need a pre-arrival...

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