IRCC Releases Program Updates For Intra-Company Transferees
IRCC releases program updates for Intra-Company Transferees. These changes were released on October 3, 2024. IRCC made significant changes to staff guidance for section R205(a) of Canadian Interest – Significant Benefit – Intra-company transferees. In alignment with the changes made to R205(a), IRCC has also updated staff documentation for paragraphs R186(s) and R204(a) for the […]
What To Expect During A Virtual Citizenship Ceremony In Canada?
Virtual citizenship ceremonies have become the norm in Canada. These ceremonies were traditionally held in person, but during the pandemic, IRCC started conducting virtual ceremonies to abide by social distancing regulations and reduce the backlog. Well, here’s what you can expect during a virtual citizenship ceremony in Canada. Despite the lifting of pandemic restrictions, virtual […]
Is It Enough To Live In Ontario As A Newcomer?
Is it enough to live in Ontario as a newcomer? Ontario, along with Prince Edward Island, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, increased the legal minimum hourly wage paid to workers as of October 1. Most increases are incremental and tied to the rate of inflation. For instance, in Ontario, the minimum wage has increased from $16.55 an […]
All You Need To Know About Living In St. Catharines, Ontario
St. Catharines is one of the Canadian cities in which individuals like to settle. It is a medium-sized city in the Niagara Region that is close to many other communities. It is appealing because it is close to Toronto and the United States border. This blog covers all you need to know about living in […]
Alberta Launches New EOIs For AAIP Worker Streams
Alberta launches new EOIs for AAIP worker streams. Starting September 30, applicants who want to apply for AAIP worker streams need to submit a Worker Expression Of Interest (EOI). To do so, applicants need to access the AAIP portal and complete an online form with information about themselves. The province states that those who submit […]
Discover Your Options For Entering Canada If You Have A DUI
Having a prior driving under influence (DUI) offense can render you inadmissible to Canada. If Canadian authorities deem you inadmissible, they might deny you a visa or electronic travel authorization or refuse entry. This blog covers your options for entering Canada if you have a DUI. After determining the equivalent Canadian offense, you might be […]
British Columbia and Ontario Issued More Provincial Nominations
British Columbia and Ontario issued more provincial nominations for skilled workers. Applicants were invited to two separate draws for their professional experience within in-demand sectors of the Canadian economy or a combination of their skilled work experience and language abilities in English and French. Note: Each Provincial Nominee Program uses its own scoring system to […]
All You Need To Know About Living In Sudbury, Ontario
Canada has numerous cities to choose from as a landing destination and the city of Sudbury is a welcoming as well as diverse city to consider. See, moving to Canada is undoubtedly life-changing and the city you choose to live in will affect your future socially and financially. However, before you decide where to settle, you […]
Do You Have To Submit Biometrics To Be In Canada?
Do you have to submit biometrics to be in Canada? Well, IRCC will college your biometrics if you are aged between 14 and 79 and applying for, claiming/ requesting: What Are Biometrics? Biometrics refers to data that will help confirm your identity. When giving biometrics, IRCC will collect: Who Needs To Get Biometrics? Do you […]