CanadaVisa News Briefs | February 8 to February 15, 2018

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Published: February 15, 2018

Get the latest Canadian immigration news updatesThis is a summary of Canadian immigration news events that happened over the past week.

Our Canadian immigration news briefs keep you up to date on the latest Canadian immigration news as it unfolds.

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New IELTS Exam preparation app launched by British Council

 February 15, 2018

A new mobile application is available to help you prepare for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) standardized exam. >>Read more

Canadians facing revocation of their citizenship now have new rights

February 9, 2018

Changes to Canada’s citizenship laws are now in effect that give individuals facing the possible revocation of their citizenship new rights. >>Read more

BC draws invite 383 skilled workers and graduates

February 8, 2018

The Canadian province of  British Columbia issued a total of 383 new invitations to candidates in a number of categories under its Skills Immigration Stream in draws that took place on January 31 and February 7.>>Read more

 

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