Good Times In The Maritimes

Eastern provinces launch Canadian immigration streams aligned with federal Express Entry immigration selection system The Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, both located in the Maritimes region of Eastern Canada, have this month both announced new immigration streams that aim to attract skilled newcomers from abroad. These ‘enhanced’ streams are aligned with the […]

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Proving Language Ability For Immigration To Canada

Every application for Canadian immigration made through an economic immigration program is, in some way, unique. One thing that the majority of principal applicants share in common, however, is the experience of proving language ability. Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) affirms that the ability to communicate in one or both of Canada’s two official languages […]

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Philippines Was Top Source Country For New Immigrants To Canada In 2014

More than 40,000 Filipinos became permanent residents of Canada in 2014, making the Philippines the top source country for Canadian immigration last year. The Philippines had previously been the top source country in 2012, with China having been the top source country in 2013.

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CanadaVisa Social: Watch Our Latest YouTube Videos Today

Did you know that the CanadaVisa social media network has drawn followers from most countries of the world? People from far and wide, representing diverse cultures and communities in every corner of the world, are joining the conversation. Together, they have created a truly global community. CanadaVisa is dedicated to helping individuals from across the […]

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CanadaVisa News Briefs For Mid-May, 2015

The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that have taken place since the beginning of this month. Our Canadian immigration news briefs bring you the latest news as it happens. When published, these articles are posted across our social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn. 

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PEI’s October 21, 2015 immigration draw results

Prince Edward Island held its scheduled immigration draw on October 21.

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Manitoba Skilled Worker Overseas: A New Expression Of Interest System

On April 30, 2015, the Canadian province of Manitoba opened its Skilled Worker Overseas stream as part of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) for Canadian immigration. This stream operates on an “Expression of Interest” model. Successful applicants can obtain a nomination and then proceed to apply for Canadian permanent residence. While the new MPNP […]

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Changes To Temporary Foreign Worker Program Come Into Force

Changes to Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), which allows employers who can’t find qualified workers locally for a given position to recruit foreign workers on a temporary basis, came into force on April 30, 2015.

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Quebec Moving To Online Application System For Skilled Worker Program

Amended checklist requirements will simplify application procedure The government of Quebec has announced that by October 1, 2015, a new online tool will be available for applicants for Canadian immigration through the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP). This tool will allow eligible candidates to complete and submit an application online.

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