If you’re a recent graduate or planning to complete your studies in Canada, the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows you to stay and work in Canada. However, changes to PGWP eligibility will come into effect on November 1, 2024. It’s important to understand these updates so you can prepare accordingly. Here’s a breakdown of what’s[Read More]
Canada’s New Pilot Project for Rejected Study Permits: What You Need to Know
Canada has recently launched a pilot project aimed at simplifying the review process for study permit applications that were initially rejected. For international students, study permits are a crucial part of beginning their education in Canada, and a refusal can feel overwhelming. However, this new initiative offers a more structured pathway for applicants to have[Read More]
Canada’s Strategic Steps for International Students in 2024
Canada has long been a welcoming destination for international students, contributing immensely to the country’s social, cultural, and economic diversity. However, recent challenges, including the unsustainable growth of some institutions and inadequate support for students, have prompted the government to implement measures for a more stable and secure international student system.
Enhancing Support for International Students in Canada: Changes to Financial Requirements and Policy Updates
Canada has long been a preferred destination for international students, offering high-quality education, a diverse society, and opportunities for post-graduation work or permanent immigration. However, challenges such as finding suitable housing have been a concern for many international students. In a recent announcement, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, unveiled significant changes to address these challenges and enhance the overall experience for international students.
Understanding Chinook: Study Permit Applications for Canada
The number of temporary residence applications processed by IRCC has increased to over 2 million. Due to the new volumes of cases the refusal rate for applications has increased radically.
GCMS Notes: Are they useful?
IRCC has revealed that they use a notes generator: Chinook to help an officer refuse temporary resident applications. After an Officer chooses to refuse a file, they are provided access to this tool to help choose the reasons. Officers are not required to disclose all the reasons of a refusal, but only to choose the more general applicable to the case.
Canada Opens its Borders for Fully Vaccinated Tourists
During September tourists from anywhere may enter Canada as long as they prove that they have been fully vaccinated with the vaccines accepted by the authorities.
New Open Work Permit for Essential Workers and International Graduates
Immigrants who applied for the new pathway released this 2021 to permanent residence for essential workers & International Graduates can now get an open work permit during the time that they wait for the response of their application.
Open Work Permit Under a Public Policy Issued on January 27, 2021
Due to COVID-19, applicants may be eligible to apply for a one-time open work permit of up to 18 months if one applies by July 27, 2021.
The government of Canada introduces a new policy that allows the Extended Family Members to enter Canada
The Extended Family Members will need to prepare the completed and signed “Application for authorization and statutory declaration (IMM0006)” and a written authorization from the IRCC.