Recent media reports have brought to light a concerning situation where approximately 700 international students from India are facing potential deportation from Canada. This comes after the federal government discovered that the Letters of Admissions (LOAs) upon which these students based their entry into Canada were actually forged. LOAs are issued by Canadian Designated Learning...

Canada has specific procedures for individuals who wish to work, study, or immigrate to the country. To initiate the process, foreign nationals are required to submit their applications to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). IRCC has established service standards that outline the typical processing times for applications. However, it is important to note that...

The Canadian government had recently made an announcement about the ongoing support for Hong Kong residents who are seeking immigration to Canada. In 2021, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) established two pathways to permanent residence specifically for Hong Kong residents who have either studied or worked in Canada. Stream A was designed for...

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently introduced category-based selection draws for Express Entry candidates, as announced by Immigration Minister Sean Fraser on May 31st. Under this new system, IRCC will prioritize Express Entry candidates who demonstrate strong French language proficiency or have work experience in specific fields. The occupations were chosen based on the...

Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently conducted its latest round of Express Entry invitations, focusing on the French language category. On July 12th, the department issued invitations to 3,800 candidates who met the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score requirement of 375. It is worth noting that this is an ongoing development, and...

Canada takes pride in its multiculturalism and its role as a welcoming home for immigrants from diverse religious backgrounds. The Canadian Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms guarantees freedom of thought, belief, and expression to all Canadians, regardless of their immigration status. Similarly, the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Charter prohibit discrimination based on...

Pride Month is celebrated in Canada and worldwide during June, serving as a time to honor and celebrate the 2SLGBTQ+ community while acknowledging the struggles they have faced in achieving equality in both legal and societal contexts. The roots of Pride celebrations in Canada can be traced back to protests against discrimination. According to Women...

Canada’s Tech Talent Strategy, announced by Immigration Minister Sean Fraser on June 27th, aims to attract global tech talent to Canada. The strategy includes several measures to enhance the country’s tech industry and address labor shortages in key tech occupations. These measures encompass the creation of a new innovation stream under the International Mobility Program...

Increase in Applications in Inventory and Backlog Revealed by IRCC Data Newly released data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) highlights a rise in the number of applications in inventory and backlog since April of this year. As of May 31, the total number of applications in inventory across all lines of business reached...