What to expect in Canadian immigration this December ANALYSIS: Here are five major Canadian immigration stories to look out for to conclude 2020. Canada’s immigration system is set for a busy end to what has been an eventful 2020. By Shelby Thevenot
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
Canada to offer more immigration pathways to temporary residents International students, foreign workers, and asylum seekers who are already in Canada may soon get more permanent residence options. Canada is looking at offering more permanent residence pathways to foreign nationals who are already in the country. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada should stay the course on immigration ANALYSIS: Why Canada should stick to its pre-COVID plan of targeting over 341,000 new immigrants in 2021. Canada will soon make a major announcement that will shape its economic trajectory for years to come. By Kareem El-Assal
Will Canada exceed 100,000 Express Entry invitations in 2020? ANALYSIS: Despite the coronavirus pandemic, Canada is on track to shatter its Express Entry record. Canada is on pace to issue 100,000 or more Express Entry invitations in 2020. By Kareem El-Assal
Canadian travel restrictions extended until Halloween Canada extends travel restrictions on international travellers for another month while it continues to invite new immigration candidates to apply for permanent residence. Canada is once again extending travel restrictions to foreign travellers as cases of coronavirus continue to rise. By Shelby Thevenot
October will shape Canadian immigration for years to come We will have a strong sense of the direction that Canada's immigration system is heading towards by the end of October. Two major events over the coming month will shape Canada’s immigration system for years to come. By Kareem El-Assal
What will Canadian immigration look like post-coronavirus? The coronavirus pandemic continues to create uncertainty. What is certain, however, is Canada’s need for immigrants, and the desire of foreigners to come to Canada. There are internal and external factors to consider when imagining the future of Canada’s immigration system beyond the coronavirus pandemic. By Kareem El-Assal
Visitors can now apply for work permits from within Canada The new temporary policy will benefit temporary residents with job offers and Canadian employers, IRCC says. International visitors who are currently in Canada with a job offer can now apply for a work permit without having to leave the country. By Shelby Thevenot
