Earlier this year a young woman’s citizenship application was approved by a Citizenship Judge. Instead of being called to take the Citizenship Oath, she was notified that Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)…
Continue ReadingThe Economic Action Plan 2014 Act, No.1, which received Royal Assent on June 19, 2014, authorized a system of Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPs) for non-compliant employers. Regulations governing this new AMP regime, both…
Continue ReadingWe are constantly in search of the next great eatery to satisfy our cravings, we are human – it’s only natural! Well, look no further than a couple of lines down, and you…
Continue ReadingThe latest Express Entry draw took place during the period of October 2nd and ending on October 3rd. At this time, a total of 1, 530 ITAs have been issued to foreign nationals who…
Continue ReadingOne common question that immigration professionals are often asked is whether or not a child born outside Canada to a Canadian parent is a citizen of Canada. Many scenarios exist that may render…
Continue ReadingSummer has passed and along with it, so did the prime time for outdoor concerts. Say goodbye to enjoying the tunes of your favourite band under star-speckled skies. Instead, head inside and…
Continue ReadingOn-line application for work permit was refused alleging that the proper processing fee (open work permit holder fee of $100) was not paid. We requested a reconsideration as the fee was paid….
Continue ReadingThe Government of Saskatchewan recently re-opened their International Skilled Worker Category – Occupations in-Demand sub-category under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). This program is for applicants who do not have a…
Continue ReadingThe next few weeks are busy ones for our favourite Toronto sports teams! Here is what you need to know regarding some of our beloved teams: The Toronto Maple Leafs have laced their…
Continue ReadingOn 1 April 2015, Citizenship introduced new processing standards. Applications received after this date are expected to be processed within 12 months, whereas applications filed before 1 April 2015 are to be…
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