Attorney David Cohen

David’s Blog: A new year of challenges — and opportunities

If 2017 was a pivotal year for Canadian immigration, 2018 could see it beginning to hit a new, confident stride. All in all, it should be a fascinating year — and one that we can hopefully all be proud of as Canadians.[Read more…] © 2018 CICNews All Rights Reserved

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New CanadaVisa Study Hub for International Students and Graduates in Canada

The CanadaVisa Study Hub is a new online portal for international students in Canada and recent graduates working on a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The Study Hub links members with a wide range of tools and resources to help them make the most of their time in Canada, and start their pathway to permanent residence. Study Hub members […]

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Join Attorney David Cohen for an Exclusive Express Entry Webinar

On November 19, 2016, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced several improvements to the Express Entry immigration system. In the wake of these changes, Attorney David Cohen is holding an exclusive free webinar on the topic of the revised system, and how potential immigrants to Canada can take advantage of the improvements that have […]

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CanadaVisa Social: #CVwebinar

Welcome to CanadaVisa Social! With so much going on in the world of Canadian immigration, we want to make sure you have access to the latest news and information. So follow us and engage with us today on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and more. And join us for an exclusive, free upcoming webinar hosted by Attorney David […]

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CanadaVisa Social: We’ve Passed 300,000 Likes on Facebook, With More Joining the Conversation Every Day!

This week, our 300,000th follower joined the Canadian immigration conversation on Facebook! With recent announcements and breaking news concerning Canadian immigration, including the announcement of changes to the Comprehensive Ranking System for Express Entry, there has never been a better time to stay connected and engaged with us. Plus, you can now join us on Instagram! Read on […]

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IRCC Releases Forward Projections for Immigration Regulations

Over the Thanksgiving weekend, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released a major announcement concerning expected changes to several immigration regulations. The changes, published in the Forward Regulatory Plan 2016—2018, outline anticipated reviews to existing conditions of various immigration programs.

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Canada Needs Immigration to Balance Aging Population

A new report from the Conference Board of Canada has found that immigration levels should increase to 413,000 per year by 2030 to strengthen Canada’s economic growth. The report highlights the need for increased immigration in order to respond to challenges posed by Canada’s aging population. It is projected that without significant policy changes, including […]

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Canada Welcomed a Record 320,932 New Immigrants Over the Past Year, With Immigration Numbers Set to Increase Even Further

Increase in immigration numbers appears to be the largest in more than a century More than 320,000 new permanent residents settled in Canada in the past year, the highest total number for many decades. In the period from July, 2015 to July, 2016, a total of 320,932 new immigrants landed in the country as permanent […]

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Express Entry Breaking News: CRS Requirement Decreases yet Again in Latest Draw as Number of Invitations to Apply Increases

In a development that has been welcomed by candidates for Canadian immigration through the Express Entry selection system, the latest draw has seen a substantial increase in the number of candidates invited to apply for Canadian permanent residence. This increase means that the number of Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points required in order for a […]

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