IRCC’s application backlog grows beyond 2.1 million people Immigration Canada's backlog of PR, TR, and citizenship applications grew by nearly 99,000 people in 18 days. Canada’s immigration backlog has grown beyond 2.1 million across all lines of business as of April 29, according to the latest Canadian government data obtained via email by CIC News. By Kareem El-Assal
What to do if you have a DUI and want to enter Canada DUIs are considered serious crimes in Canada, but you may still be able to cross the border. You may be considered inadmissible to Canada with a DUI conviction. Fortunately, there are ways to overcome inadmissibility. By Daniel Levy
Canada’s immigration backlog now exceeds 2 million persons IRCC's temporary residence inventory increased with the introduction of the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel. Immigration Canada’s processing inventory now stands at more than 2 million people across all lines of business. By Shelby Thevenot
IRCC updates processing times tool to provide more accurate information IRCC has unveiled major changes today as it seeks to be more transparent with its clients. On March 31, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced major updates to the government’s online processing times tool. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada announces measures to improve immigration processing times Canada wants to use $85 million budget to return to normal processing standards for various immigration programs by the end of the year. Immigration Minister Sean Fraser has brought forth Canada’s plans to get the immigration system back on track. By Shelby Thevenot
How can I get maintained status in Canada? Previously known as "implied status", maintained status is a way to extend your stay in Canada. Under Canadian immigration law, all temporary residents have an automatically imposed condition that they are required to leave Canada after their authorized period of stay. By Daniel Levy
Reunite with your family in Canada Here is a guide on how you can join your family in Canada. If you have family in Canada, you may be exempt from coronavirus-related travel restrictions. By Mohanad Moetaz
How to extend your stay as a visitor in Canada If you entered Canada as a visitor and your status is about to expire, here's what you need to know if you wish to extend your stay. With border closures, travel bans, and restrictions still in place, if you are in Canada as a visitor, you may be looking to extend your stay. By Alexandra Miekus
Amateur athletes exempt from Canada’s COVID-19 travel restrictions High-performance amateur athletes and support personnel may be allowed to enter Canada and may not have to carry out mandatory isolation. Canada is making it easier for high-performance amateur athletes to enter the country during the COVID-19 pandemic. By Mohanad Moetaz
