Canada immigration changes finally announced – Outlook for 2009

On March 14, 2008, the Conservative government announced their intention to introduce significant amendments to Canada’s immigration system.  Many heated debates, numerous stakeholder consultations, a federal election, and a new Immigration Minister later, the amendments were finally announced on November 28.  Immigration remains a key priority for Canada, but now has a slightly stronger focus […]

By wpengine

Faster Canadian immigration processing times with new submission procedures

With the goal of processing new Federal Skilled Worker applications within 6-12 months, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Canada (CIMC) has implemented new submission procedures to make the process more efficient. > > Read full article on Canadavisa.com

By wpengine

Improved labour mobility within Canada and across North America

Many Canadian employers have been feeling the pinch of chronic labour shortages over the past few years and Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC) and Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Canada (CIMC) have been responding with various measures to alleviate them.  The most recent good news is the expansion of the NAFTA temporary foreign worker […]

By wpengine

Canada – The most welcoming country in the world

Immigrant and temporary migrants have become increasingly important to population growth and to Canada’s economy.  Canadians are grateful for the contributions of workers from abroad, and have established a vast network of settlement services to help them feel at home.  A recent HSBC survey has given Canada the top spot in terms of how friendly […]

By wpengine

David’s Blog: What was, What is, What’s next

Without a doubt, the Canadian immigration story of the past year has to do with the changes made to the Federal Skilled Worker category of immigration.  Not only is qualifying now different than it was a year ago, but the application process itself has also changed significantly. >> Read full article on Canadavisa.com

By wpengine

Canada Business Immigration – The door is wide open

If you are a business person looking to make an investment in Canada, the Business Immigration Program may be an important fast-track Canadian immigration option for you.  Business Immigration seeks to attract foreign nationals with business and managerial experience who will contribute to the development of the Canadian economy.  Through this priority processing program, you […]

By wpengine

Meet Canada’s new Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism

Following Prime Minister Harper’s re-election last month, he appointed a new cabinet and a new Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism.  Jason Kenney, former Secretary of State for Multiculturalism and Canadian Identity and a well-known figure in Canadian ethnic communities, has been appointed to this position. Jason Kenney was first elected to the House of […]

By wpengine

Recognition of foreign credentials – A priority for Canada and provincial governments

In the Government of Canada’s recent Speech from the Throne, Governor General Michaëlle Jean stated that the federal government will “work with the provinces to make the recognition of foreign credentials a priority”.  In addition to the establishment of the Foreign Credential Referral Office last year, provincial governments have been working to develop tailor-made plans […]

By wpengine

PNP Update – Fast-track Canadian Permanent Residency options expanding

Saskatchewan has just made it easier for international students to become Canadian Permanent Residents.  British Columbia (BC) is now helping its substantial food processing sector to retain foreign skilled workers by nominating them for fast-track Canadian immigration.  These students and workers have now been added to a growing list of foreign nationals who can qualify […]

By wpengine