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Canada extends work permits for Hong Kong residents Canada is extending the Open Work Permit for Hong Kongers by an additional two years.

Immigration minister Sean Fraser has just announced Canada is expanding its open work permit options for Hong Kong nationals.

By Edana Robitaille

Express Entry: How does IRCC decide when to hold draws? There is no rule in the Immigration and Refugees and Protection Act that dictates how frequently Express Entry draws must occur.

There has been a change in routine surrounding Express Entry draws of late. Typically, the draws take place every two weeks on Wednesdays. However, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently paused draws for six weeks starting November 23 and returned on January 11 inviting 5,500 candidates followed by another draw of the same size […]

By Edana Robitaille

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Why hundreds of newcomers have chosen to settle in Northeastern Ontario in the past three years Northeastern Ontario is a hidden gem with untapped opportunities for newcomers and young professionals.

Many newcomers are choosing to settle in communities located in Northeastern Ontario over large cities like Toronto or Montreal.

By Timmins Economic Development Corporation

Am I eligible for the Start-Up Visa Program? What are the requirements to receive permanent residence under the Start-Up Visa Program?

The Start-Up Visa Program (SUVP) is for entrepreneurs who want to start and grow their companies in Canada. The program is created for entrepreneurs (and identified essential people within their businesses) who want to set up, work, and grow their businesses in Canada.

By Asheesh Moosapeta

Working and immigrating under Canada’s Free Trade Agreements The Canadian Government has entered into 15 free trade agreements with over 50 countries, making it easier for citizens of partner nations to work in, and potentially immigrate to, Canada.

Canada has Free Trade Agreements (FTA) with over 50 countries. These relationships maintain favorable commercial conditions between Canada and fellow member nations, while removing barriers to business between them; often involving the movement of temporary business people and workers, to and from Canada.

By Asheesh Moosapeta

The details of obtaining a Spousal Open Work Permit A breakdown of the process and eligibility behind getting a Spousal Open Work Permit through the Inland Spousal/Common-law Sponsorship Program.

As part of the wider family class sponsorship programs, foreign nationals who have applied for permanent residence (PR) through the Spousal/Common-law Sponsorship Program, are now eligible to receive a Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP), while they wait for a decision from Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

By Asheesh Moosapeta

Do Americans really move to Canada because of politics? Moving to Canada is an often-cited exit strategy in an increasingly politically divided U.S.A.— how often does it happen?

In the wake of Donald Trump’s 2024 election bid announcement, Canada has once again seen an uptick in immigration interest from the United States.

By Asheesh Moosapeta

Weighing the costs and benefits of applying for Express Entry An overview of the different costs of responding to an Invitation to Apply.

Immigration to Canada is often a huge decision, that brings with it better-quality education, healthcare, earnings, and all-around living standards.

By Asheesh Moosapeta

Understanding and applying through specialized LMIA applications An LMIA is needed when hiring a temporary foreign worker in Canada—however, there are 6 specialized applications that employers can avail, depending on the circumstances around the foreign worker’s hiring.

As part of hiring a temporary foreign worker (TFW) in Canada—under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)—companies must submit a request for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). This document is needed to hire a foreign worker and determine the impact of their hiring on the Canadian labour […]

By Asheesh Moosapeta