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Maintaining legal status upon graduating your studies
When to extend your study permit: If you want to keep studying, you must apply

Study authorization extended for work permit holders
Every year, thousands of temporary foreign workers bring their skills to Canada, helping to drive

Program delivery update: Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot
The instructions relating to the assessing of applications of the Home Child Care Provider and

Program delivery update: Removal of the public policy exempting foreign nationals with previous biometrics on file who are applying for permanent residence from biometrics
On June 14, 2023, the public policy exempting foreign nationals with previous biometrics on file

Canada makes it easier for Hong Kongers to stay and work in Canada
Canada continues to stand by Hong Kong residents, and supports their freedom and democracy. Since

New arrangement expands work opportunities for Canadian and South Korean youth
May 23, 2023—Toronto, Ontario— The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening ties with South

Overview of immigration pathways
If you are interested to learn about the different Canadian immigration programs, this article will

Does Age affect my Express Entry score?
Express Entry is an online system that we use to manage immigration applications from skilled

A lower express entry draw
On March 23rd, 2023, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to apply

Canada announces extension of post-graduation work permits for up to 18 months to retain high-skilled talent
Foreign nationals with expired or expiring post-graduation work permits will qualify to work in Canada

Situation in Iran: Temporary immigration, passport and citizenship measures
Due to the ongoing situation in Iran, we’ve introduced special measures to support Iranian temporary

Resumption of biometrics collection for temporary residence applicants in Canada
Ottawa, February 23, 2023 — The Government of Canada is resuming the collection of biometrics

Canada to reduce work experience requirements for caregivers and provide pathways to permanent residence
Quick Facts The change will be effective as of April 30, 2023, and will be

Find out if you need a medical exam for your permanent resident application
Certain clients may be eligible for an exemption from the Immigration Medical Examination requirement when

International Experience Canada program is now open to welcome international youth to Canada
January 9, 2023—Ottawa—International youth contribute valuable and diverse skills to Canada’s economy when they come

UPDATE: Negative COVID-19 test requirement for travellers arriving from the People’s Republic of China, Hong Kong or Macao
Air travellers two years of age and older will be required to present a negative

Canada marks record-breaking year for processing immigration applications in 2022
Pandemic backlogs reduced by nearly half a million applications in 4 months December 19, 2022—Ottawa—Immigration is critical

Employers and temporary workers to benefit from family work permits
On Dec. 2, 2022, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the

Exemption from Having to Complete an Additional Immigration Medical Exam
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has put in place a temporary public policy that

Can I apply for a study permit inside Canada?
Normally, applying for a study permit inside Canada may have a shorter processing time. However,

Preparing for the Re-Opening of the Home Child Care and Home Support Worker Pilot in January 2023
The Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot are two economic pilot programs

Parent and Grandparent Super Visa
What is a parent and grandparent super visa? A super visa lets you visit your

Facts about Biometrics
Biometrics are fingerprints and photo. You need to give biometrics if you apply for: a

International students to help address Canada’s labour shortage
Limit on off-campus work hours to be lifted temporarily October 7, 2022—Ottawa—Employers are facing unprecedented

Government of Canada to remove COVID-19 border and travel measures effective October 1
September 26, 2022 | Ottawa, ON | Public Health Agency of Canada – Since the beginning

A stronger immigration system that better serves newcomers Part II
Expanding online applications for permanent residence IRCC is also taking measures to modernize how we

A stronger immigration system that better serves newcomers – Part 1
September 1, 2022—New Waterford, Nova Scotia—Canada continues to be a destination of choice for people looking

Transition Period for Distance Learning Measures
August 25, 2022—Ottawa—Through the pandemic, measures have been in place to allow international students to

Things to know when you arrive in Canada
When you arrive in Canada, expect longer than normal border processing wait times. If you

Preparing for your travel to Canada
Eligibility Before travelling, ensure that you are eligible to enter and that you possess all necessary documentation.