Electronic travel authorization is a mandatory pre-screeing process that assesses the eligibility of travelers from certain countries to enter Canada. It is not a visa, but rather a digital authorization that is electronically linked to your passport and provides commercial airlines with assurance that you will be permitted to enter Canada upon arrival. Who needs…
Visitor Visa to Work Permit Canada
The COVID pandemic brought about many changes related to global travel, and the decreased ability to cross international borders impacted significantly Canadian immigration processes. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada introduced many changes to its policies during that time period, in an effort to address some of the issues created by the inability to cross borders….
Wait – Don’t Submit that Express Entry Profile!
Express Entry is Canada’s largest economic immigration program, responsible for the vast majority of immigrants from overseas that settle in Canada every year. Even conducting basic research online about how to immigrate to Canada, you will find many articles of general guidance telling you how to submit an Express Entry profile as your first step…
Citizenship Application Canada
Becoming a Canadian citizen is one of the most significant life moments. The freedom and opportunity that comes with having a Canadian passport is one of the reason that so many people from around the world strive to find a place for themselves, and their families, in Canada. If you are dreaming of obtaining Canadian…
Open Work Permit during Spousal Sponsorship
Are you a spouse or common-law partner of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident? Are you planning to apply for permanent residence in Canada under spousal sponsorship? If so, you may be eligible to apply for a spousal open work permit that will allow you to work in Canada while your sponsorship application is being…
Can I Work Remotely from Canada? A Guide to Remote Work and Canadian Immigration
Working remotely has become increasingly common in recent years, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic when many people had to work from home. In a very short time, companies around the world adapted to having employees doing their jobs online instead of from the desk at the office. Working remotely has now become the norm for…
Spousal Sponsorship Application Returned
Sponsoring your spouse or common-law partner is a complex process for both parties. First, there is a lot of information needed from both the sponsor and the foreign national requesting permanent residence. Let’s be honest, Canada Immigration does not make spousal sponsorship easy. The complete application involves a complex package you must assemble properly, with…
Top Mistakes with Police Certificates
The term used by Canada Immigration for this document is the Police Certificate. But it goes by different names in the immigration sector – a police clearance, a police clearance certificate or PCC, a police check, a police report – they all mean the same thing. The PCC will show any criminal charges you’ve had…
Spousal Sponsorship for Canada: Overseas or Inland?
Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents can sponsor their spouse or common-law partner for permanent residence in Canada. In a spousal sponsorship, a dependent child of the spouse or partner, who is under 22 and single at the time of application, can be included in the sponsorship application. It is also possible to sponsor what is…
How to Hire a Foreign Worker
Shortages in the Canadian labour market have reached a critical peak, and Canada projects being short of workers in many sectors for the foreseeable future. Now more than ever, employers are looking for talent overseas to stabilize their workforce. In most cases it’s possible to hire foreign workers, but employers will usually need help to…
