Some IEC participants outside Canada granted LOI extensions LOI extensions of up to 12 months granted if participants meet certain conditions Participants in the International Experience Canada (IEC) program who have a letter of introduction (LOI) that is about to expire are now able to apply for an extension. By Mohanad Moetaz
Canada extending border closure with U.S. another 30 days This is now the eighth time Canada is extending travel restrictions on U.S. travellers. The Canada-U.S. border will remain closed until December 21. By Shelby Thevenot
Interest in Canadian immigration increased between April and August 2020 As the pandemic progresses, more are reporting increased interest in Canadian immigration according to a new survey. More people are interested in immigrating to Canada despite the pandemic. By Shelby Thevenot
Visa Application Centres are re-opening in India VACs in India will begin to schedule limited biometrics appointments as of November 20 in: Delhi, Chandigarh, Jalandhar, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Bengaluru. The Canadian government has just announced that its Visa Application Centres (VACs) in India will resume services tomorrow, on November 20, 2020. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada is processing more spousal immigration applications New IRCC data provides good news to those looking to sponsor their wife, husband, or partner. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is now processing more spousal immigration applications following a slowdown at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada still accepting Home Support Worker Pilot applications Permanent residence spots are still open for support workers. Canada is still accepting applications for permanent residence under the Home Support Worker Pilot. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada offers guide for international students arriving during coronavirus Some important guidelines for international students en route to Canada are now available on the government website. The federal government has released a guide for international students who are coming to Canada, and navigating travel restrictions. By Shelby Thevenot
15,000 people obtained Canadian permanent residence in September Canada's immigration levels remain low due to the coronavirus pandemic. Canada’s new permanent resident intake continues to suffer as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada to facilitate immigration for Hong Kong residents, asylum claimants Canada is opening up immigration pathways to residents of Hong Kong who are coming to work, study, or seek asylum Canada is launching two new immigration pathways for Hong Kong residents, and implementing new measures for asylum claimants. By Shelby Thevenot
