Express Entry proof of funds increases for 2022 Federal Skilled Worker Program and Federal Skilled Trades Program candidates have until June 8 to update their proof of funds. Canada has updated the proof of settlement funds requirement for Express Entry candidates. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada providing charter flights to facilitate the arrival of Ukrainian refugees Three charter flights are being provided for Ukrainians to travel from Poland to three different Canadian provinces. Over the next few weeks, Ukrainians who have been approved under the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET) and their family members will have access to chartered flights to Canada. By Alexandra Miekus
Fully vaccinated travellers no longer need COVID-19 test to come to Canada Pre-entry tests no longer required of fully vaccinated travellers. As of April 1, fully vaccinated travellers no longer need a pre-arrival COVID-19 test to enter Canada. By Shelby Thevenot
IRCC back to 12-month processing for spousal sponsorship applications After the pandemic slowed IRCC operations, spousal sponsorship is back to service standard, government says. In January 2022, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced that Canada’s spousal sponsorship has returned to its 12-month processing standard for new applicants. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada launches special temporary residence pathway for Ukrainians A fast-track visa processing pathway for Ukrainians is now accepting applications. On March 17, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced the launch of the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET), an accelerated temporary residence pathway for Ukrainians fleeing war. By Alexandra Miekus
Canada to end pre-arrival COVID-19 test for incoming travellers Canada is lifting its COVID-19 test requirements for fully vaccinated travellers. Starting April 1, fully vaccinated travellers to Canada will no longer need a pre-arrival COVID-19 test. By Shelby Thevenot
Ukraine crisis: Canada opens to unlimited number of Ukrainian immigrants Canada and Quebec have introduced various major immigration measures to assist Ukrainians. Canada is introducing new immigration streams for Ukrainians who want to move to Canada permanently or temporarily. By Shelby Thevenot
Ontario invites international student graduates and workers in five PNP draws Master's and PhD graduates, international students with job offers, and workers were invited to apply for a provincial nomination from Ontario. Over the past two days Ontario has held five draws inviting immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination. About 1,493 immigration candidates are now one step closer to becoming permanent residents in Ontario. By Shelby Thevenot
New Canadian border measures now in effect Travellers may now enter Canada with an antigen test, and other COVID-19 measures in effect as of February 28. As of February 28 at 12:01 a.m., Canada is allowing travellers to enter the country with a pre-arrival antigen test. By Shelby Thevenot
