If a Permanent resident, Convention refugee, protected person, or a foreign national with a permanent resident visa in Canada has been issued a removal order on the basis of being found inadmissible…
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What is a study permit? The study permit is a document issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that allows foreign nationals to study at designated learning institutions (DLIs) in Canada. Most foreign nationals need…
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Due to the current dangerous and volatile situation in Sudan, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued a temporary halt on removals to Sudan; Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has put in…
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Immigration policy in Canada has varied throughout the decades, from the exclusion of Chinese immigrants starting in the 1920s, to the detention of Japanese immigrants during World War II. In recent decades,…
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It can not only be disappointing and surprising to receive a negative decision on an immigration application, but it can also leave individuals frustrated given the considerable time, and often expense, that…
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As an important step towards protecting the public health and safety of Canadians, IRCC requires certain individuals to undergo a medical exam. This helps IRCC ensure that individuals are not inadmissible to…
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The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (“IRPA”) provides officers with the power to issue a warrant for the arrest and detention of a permanent resident or foreign national who the officer has…
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One of the guiding principles of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act is family reunification.[1] In line with this, individuals in Canada who meet certain eligibility requirements can sponsor their parents to…
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Given the crucial role that international graduates have played in addressing Canada’s labour shortage during the economic recovery post-pandemic, new measures to retain skilled talents were announced in March 2023. Starting 6…
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced another Express Entry Draw #246. 3,500 ITAs have been issued to foreign nationals who had 486 points or more. The latest draw took place on…
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