Can you apply for 2 Canadian immigration programs at once? IRCC says immigration law does not prohibit multiple applications, but there will be no refund of processing fees paid. With more than 100 economic class immigration programs to choose from, it is possible to be eligible for more than one Canadian immigration program. So, it begs the question, can you apply for more than one at the same time? By Shelby Thevenot
The cost of creating an Express Entry profile Certain investments are required for those looking to prove their eligibility and submit an application to the Express Entry system. Canada’s Express Entry is an electronic system used to manage applications of skilled workers pursuing permanent residence (PR) in Canada. By Asheesh Moosapeta
Sean Fraser tables strategy for temporary residents who want to become Canadian permanent residents Canada's immigration minister has put forth a plan to allow more temporary residents to become permanent residents. Immigration Minister Sean Fraser has tabled a plan to expand pathways to permanent residence for international students and temporary foreign workers. By Shelby Thevenot
Shadow minister expects Sean Fraser to present plan for temporary residents when Canadian Parliament resumes Immigration Minister Sean Fraser was given a 120-day deadline to introduce a plan to expand permanent residence pathways for international students and temporary foreign workers. A parliamentary motion called for Immigration Minister Sean Fraser to publish a plan to expand pathways to permanent residence for temporary residents. On May 11, Fraser was given 120 days to respond, a deadline which falls outside of the House of Commons’ sitting calendar. By Shelby Thevenot
What is the Canadian Experience Class? A path for skilled workers with Canadian work experience. Canada’s foreign skilled workers and international students may be eligible for a fast track to permanent residence—the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). By Asheesh Moosapeta
Analysis: Factors that may affect Express Entry CRS scores An early analysis of the first all-program Express Entry draws in 2022. Canada has resumed all-program Express Entry draws as of July 6. Since then, the number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued in each draw has grown by 250 each week, causing the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score requirements to go down. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada opens new PR pathway for overseas family members of air disasters Families of the Canadian victims of Ethiopian and Ukrainian air disasters may be eligible for permanent residency. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has created a new permanent residency program for families of the Canadian victims of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 and Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752. By Shelby Thevenot
Sponsor Content Why more newcomers to Canada are choosing Thunder Bay Thunder Bay is a very affordable place to live when compared to larger cities like Toronto or Vancouver. The lower cost of living is what attracts many newcomers to Thunder Bay. By Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission
Immigration minister discusses new PR pathway for temporary residents In Part 6 of CIC News' special interview series, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser talks about a new immigration program that will offer permanent residency pathways for temporary residents. Details are still scant on the new immigration pathway for temporary residents, however, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser updated CIC News on the current policy considerations. By Shelby Thevenot
