Nigerian immigration to Canada is booming Nigerian immigration to Canada has tripled in recent years, and is poised for further increases post coronavirus. In 2019, Nigeria became the fourth-leading source country of new immigrants to Canada, behind India, China, and the Philippines. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada and U.S. agree to keep border closed until May 20 Extension of cross-border travel restrictions to limit spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) After reaching a mutual deal to close their borders a month ago, Canada and the U.S. are now extending the closure another 30 days, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Saturday. By Mohanad Moetaz
Sponsoring common-law partners to Canada during coronavirus Near, far, wherever you are— Canadians can still sponsor common-law partners for permanent residence Canada’s travel restrictions to stop the spread of coronavirus do not extend to immediate family members, including common-law partners. By Shelby Thevenot
B.C. invites 271 immigration candidates in latest draw Certain occupations were left out of the April 16 invitation round due to the impact of coronavirus prevention measures on B.C. businesses British Columbia issued 271 invitations for immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence on April 16. By Shelby Thevenot
After coronavirus: Immigrants will be key to Canada’s economic recovery Why the global economic slowdown is unlikely to change Canada’s immigration plans post-coronavirus. The coronavirus pandemic is having a devastating impact on economies around the world. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada’s latest Express Entry draw has lowest CRS of 2020 A total of 30,400 ITAs have been issued to Express Entry candidates in 2020 Two days, two Express Entry draws. Today’s draw rendered invitations for 3,782 immigration candidates and their families to apply for Canadian permanent residence. By Alexandra Miekus
Canada adds new quarantine rules for incoming travellers Travellers now need to wear a mask and have a suitable place to stay during their mandatory quarantine period Furthering the quarantine rules already in place for travellers to Canada, the federal government is now requiring arrivals to provide a credible quarantine plan and wear a mask on the way to their destination. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada invites provincial nominees in latest Express Entry draw A total of 26,618 invitations have been issued to Express Entry candidates so far this year Canada has held another round of Express Entry invitations, inviting candidates who had provincial nominations. By Shelby Thevenot
Coronavirus: Latest update on Canada’s special immigration measures A summary of major Canadian immigration developments over the past three weeks The Canadian government has made sweeping changes affecting travel and immigration services during the coronavirus pandemic. By Shelby Thevenot
