Easiest Ways to Immigrate to Canada
The easiest way to come to Canada will depend on your own unique profile or connections to the country. With Canadian immigration targets higher than ever, now is the time to start your immigration journey. It should be noted that there is no one simple way to immigrate to Canada. While some programs may be easier…
Avoiding misrepresentation in your Canadian immigration application
One of the greatest mistakes that an immigration applicant can make is misrepresentation. The term, largely self-explanatory, refers to when an applicant sends false information or documents to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) as part of their immigration application. Among other considerations, two of the most important things to remember about misrepresentation is that:…
What to expect from Canadian immigration in 2024
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has begun initiating a variety of changes that will affect all newcomers to Canada in 2024. As announced in the Immigration Levels Plan for 2024-2026, Canada aims to welcome a total of 485,000 permanent residents (PRs) in 2024. Alongside this increased level of immigration, Canada is expected to launch…
What do I do if my immigration application is returned as incomplete?
This article will explain the steps that Canadian immigration applicants must take if they have their application returned by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) because it was incomplete. Every incomplete application will be returned to the appropriate applicant alongside a letter of explanation and a document checklist. These two pieces will outline why the…
Canadian government to conduct review of main immigration law
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says that there will be a review of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) as part of the recently released Strategy: An Immigration System for Canada’s Future. The Strategy outlines changes that IRCC intends to make over the coming years to improve processing and create a more comprehensive…
Report: Canada’s immigration levels will need to rise in the future
On November 1st, Canada announced that it would be keeping immigration levels constant, hoping to welcome roughly 500,000 immigrants a year, in 2025 and 2026. While Canada’s current immigration levels are already at record-breaking highs, a recent report from the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) suggests that immigration levels will likely need to rise again…
BREAKING: Canada announces Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026
Canada has released its Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026. Canada’s immigration levels will remain unchanged from its current targets. In 2024, the country will target the admission of 485,000 new immigrants. In 2025 and 2026, Canada will look to welcome 500,000 new immigrants in each year. The targets are the same as those announced under the…
Employment Reference Letter for Canadian Immigration
For most Canadian economic immigration programs, having work experience is a key requirement. An Employment Reference Letter serves as proof that you worked for a specific period as you stated and in a role that aligns with the NOC code you’ve chosen. Free Assessment First off, you need to find the National Occupational Classification (NOC)…
Canada’s immigration department is undergoing major changes
Last week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) implemented major changes as part of a new plan to improve its operations. Earlier this year, a previous IRCC Deputy Minister, Neil Yeates, produced a report on how the department can become more effective and efficient. Yeates’ report was commissioned by IRCC to evaluate whether the department’s…
Newfoundland and Labrador set to begin virtual immigration and job fair series this week
Beginning on September 20, Newfoundland and Labrador will hold their first of five virtual immigration and job fairs for foreign nationals. This Wednesday, the provincial government in Newfoundland and Labrador will be conducting a virtual immigration and job fair for prospective newcomers to Canada from countries in East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania. Note: This…
Marc Miller: Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
For much of its history, Canada has appointed a federal minister that oversees immigration. Today, their official title is Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. The minister has significant authority over Canada’s immigration system. This CanadaVisa page provides an overview of the role of the minister. The Role of Canada’s Immigration Minister The minister oversees…
The top Canadian immigration developments to expect for the rest of 2023
Fall and the lead-up to the Christmas holiday period are typically busy seasons for developments from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and Canada’s immigration system in general. While there are a lot of moving parts to Canada’s immigration system, there are several key developments to watch for as the year comes to a close.…