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 via video call from the spare bedroom. In a very short time, companies around the world adapted to having remote employees doing their jobs online instead of from the desk at the office….
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 Clearance Certificates
Police clearance certificates are a mandatory part of most applications for Permanent Residence in Canada, and are required in some temporary immigration applications and some Canadian Citizenship applications. Police certificates are required in order to prove that the applicant is not criminally inadmissible – as most of the time, those with a serious criminal record…
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…
Spousal Sponsorship Canada Online
In September 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada implemented a mandatory online application process for Canada spousal sponsorship applications. A spousal sponsorship is possible when a Canadian citizen or Canadian permanent resident is married to a foreign national, and the family intends on living in Canada. The Canadian partner is able to sponsor the foreign…