According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), all visa-exempt individuals holding non-Canadian passports, regardless of whether they hold a valid Canadian study or work permit, need to apply for an eTA when flying to Canada. eTA stands for Electronic Travel Authorization. It is an electronic permission that allows visa-exempt individuals holding non-Canadian passports to…
Are you an international student in Canada wondering about taking breaks from your studies or exploring work opportunities during your academic journey? International students in Canada can enjoy pre-defined breaks like winter holidays, summer vacations, and Reading Week without impacting your study permit status. Each break is permitted for up to 150 days, with a…
Starting February 15, 2024, students who have graduated from a master’s degree program, even if it is less than 2 years, are eligible for a 3-year PGWP if they meet all other eligibility criteria. Previously, the duration of the PGWP was directly linked to the length of the program of study. However, recognizing the potential…
Effective January 30th, 2024, the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core is now accepted for all immigration pathways, excluding the Student Direct Stream (SDS). This provides increased flexibility for candidates, including Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and Express Entry applicants, as well as those seeking Canadian citizenship. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) now recognizes…
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship announced today that the Government of Canada will set an intake cap on international student permit applications to stabilize new growth for a period of two years. For 2024, the cap is expected to result in approximately 360,000 approved study permits, a decrease of 35%…
If you did not receive an invitation under the Parents and Grandparents Program 2023 between October 10th and 23rd, we encourage considering the Super Visa for a seamless family reunion experience in Canada. Super Visa Advantages: – Extended stays for up to 5 consecutive years. – Extension option, offering a total stay of up to…
Spousal Sponsorship Spousal sponsorship is an efficient way for couples to immigrate to Canada, particularly if one is already a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. If your spouse meets specific criteria, they can sponsor you to become a permanent resident. The sponsor must be at least 18 years old, a Canadian citizen or permanent resident…
In the fourth Express Entry draw of the week, 400 candidates in agriculture and agri-food occupations have received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 386. IRCC experienced a brief pause in draws starting November 14 due to an IT issue, resolved on November 16. The exact cause remains…
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced today that the 2024 season of the International Experience Canada (IEC) Program is now open, which will allow nearly 90,000 young people from IEC partner countries and territories to come to Canada and participate. Those interested in applying can submit a profile as early…
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced today that starting January 1, 2024, the cost-of-living financial requirement for study permit applicants will be raised so that international students are financially prepared for life in Canada. Moving forward, this threshold will be adjusted each year when Statistics Canada updates the low-income cut-off…
