First Federal Skilled Worker Occupation Caps Out, But 49 Remain Open For Those Who Act Quickly

In our previous newsletter, we reported that individuals eligible to immigrate to Canada under the current Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) should do so as soon as possible, as they are currently able to apply directly to the program. As of January 1, 2015, Canada will transition to a new expression of interest immigration selection […]

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More Immigrants To Canada Expected To Look West For Job Opportunities

A recent report from Statistics Canada, the federal agency assigned to produce statistics to better understand Canada, had one clear message — the future of Canada’s population and economic growth is shifting west, and immigration will heavily influence the makeup of the country over the coming decades.

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What Is A Canadian Permanent Resident Visa?

What does it mean to have permanent residence in Canada? Immigration to Canada is, and has always been, a changing process. With over 60 Canadian immigration programs that lead to permanent residence in Canada, it is understandable that a degree of confusion arises from time to time. New programs open, old programs close, criteria for […]

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CanadaVisa Social: 135,000 Facebook Followers And Counting!

CanadaVisa is dedicated to helping individuals from across the globe to come to Canada. One of the most effective ways to get our message to prospective immigrants is through CanadaVisa Social. As many newcomers to Canada from coast to coast experience their first Canadian Autumn (Fall) and the stunning landscapes it creates, we at CanadaVisa […]

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CanadaVisa News Briefs For Mid-October 2014

The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that have taken place so far in October, 2014.

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David’s Blog: I Read The News Today, Oh Boy . . .

The recent news that Postmedia had purchased the Sun Media chain certainly raised a few eyebrows, not least my own. Media commentators were quick to ask some obvious questions: Is this the print media’s last stand? A survival strategy? Will shrinking newsrooms result in a lack of diversity and poorer content? Can independent media in […]

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Final Chance For Current Federal Skilled Worker Program

The current application cycle for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), which opened in May, 2014, will finish at the end of this year. With just three months remaining in 2014, potential candidates have a limited window of opportunity to apply for this program. Successful applicants will gain Canadian permanent residence.

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Seven Reasons People Get Refused For A Canadian Permanent Resident Visa

Every year, thousands of applicants for permanent residence in Canada have their applications refused for a multitude of reasons, many of which are entirely avoidable. These unfortunate situations typically result in much disappointment and distress for applicants and their families. Canada provides numerous immigration options for foreign nationals, but navigating the processes in place can […]

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Options For Francophones Looking To Work In Canada / Les options pour les francophones souhaitant travailler au Canada

With the recent news that the Government of Canada will not continue the French Significant Benefit Program, now is a good time to review what options are available for francophones wishing to work in Canada, and what options are available for employers looking to hire French-speaking workers from outside Canada.

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