11 Reasons Canada’s An Awesome Place For New Immigrants
As the world looks upon America’s host of anti-immigration scandals and policies with dismay, some immigrants are looking elsewhere for a place to start a new life. That’s put Canada on the world stage as an alternative place to seek out the so-called American Dream. Famously, when Donald Trump was elected in November 2016, the […]
Study Permit: COVID-19 Program Delivery
These instructions provide guidance for issuing study permits during the COVID-19 restrictions. Due to the closures and limited operations of some visa application centres (VAC) and United States Application Support Centers and limited access to IRCC and Service Canada offices, study permit applicants may be unable to Read More Original Article Source Credits: Canada.ca , https://www.canada.ca/ Article Written […]
Study Permit: Prepare For Arrival
DLIs with a COVID-19 readiness plan approved by their province or territory are able to reopen to international students who are currently outside Canada. Read More Original Article Source Credits: Canada.ca , https://www.canada.ca/ Article Written By: NA Original Article Posted on: 2020-12-15 Link to Original Article: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/prepare-arrival.html
International Students Can Start Their Co-Op Work Earlier As They Await Their Permit
International students who are on a co-op work term don’t have to wait for their permit to begin their job placements, according to a new policy released earlier this week by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Students can start working while their applications for their co-op work permit are being processed. This is a special permit that allows international […]
Canada Student Loans – COVID-19
Changes to Canada Student Grants and Loans have been introduced so students facing financial challenges from COVID-19 can access and afford post-secondary education. Pending government approvals, the new measures will come into effect on August 1, 2020 and be available to students for 1 year. Read More Original Article Source Credits: Canada.ca , https://www.canada.ca/ Article Written […]
New Work Permit Program To Help International Students Impacted By COVID-19
In response to the impacts of the pandemic, Canada has launched a new program allowing certain recent international students to apply for an extra open work permit. Many international students choose to stay in Canada permanently after they complete their Canadian studies. To immigrate permanently, many international graduates apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), enabling them to gain the Canadian work experience needed […]
Ottawa Is Right To Want More Immigrants In The Wake Of The Pandemic
The federal government’s latest efforts to make it easier for immigrants with Canadian work experience to become permanent residents is another sign it’s committed to attracting more immigrants. Clearly, federal officials are convinced of the social, economic, and labour-market benefits of high immigration levels. But what does their approach mean for the immigrants who will […]
Feds To Boost Immigration Numbers, Say Rigorous Health Screens For Newcomers Already In Place
Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino said there are already “rigorous screens” in place for immigrants coming to Canada when asked what steps he’s taking to curb the spreading novel coronavirus at the border. READ MORE: Toronto needs $77 million annually from feds beyond 2020 to cover refugee costs, docs show Mendicino spoke to reporters on Parliament […]
Canada Recently Made An Unprecedented Immigration Draw. Will They Do It Again?
Everyone in the Federal Express Entry pool who meets the requirements of the Canadian Experience Class has been invited to become permanent residents of Canada. Last Saturday, the massive immigration draw gave thousands of applicants who Read More Original Article Source Credits: The Chronicle Herald, https://www.thechronicleherald.ca Article Written By: NA Original Article Posted on: Feb 26 Link to […]