20 YEARS OF IMMIGRATION LAW EXPERIENCE!
Recent changes to the Citizenship Act that make it easier for permanent residents to become citizens strike a good balance between the need to modernize the legislation while retaining the…
Humanitarian and compassionate applications are a type of immigration application for relief from the strict requirements of the law. They are made pursuant to section 25(1) of the Immigration and…
In recent comments Immigration Minister John McCallum has expressed his government's desire to find a middle ground for the admission of foreign workers into Canada. Originally intended as a way…
According to John McCallum, Canada's Minister of Immigration, Canada needs to substantially increase the number of new immigrants it takes in every year in order to compensate for an aging…
In response to concerns of out-of-control processing times for spousal sponsorship applications, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced plans to increase the number of sponsorship applications to be…
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced plans to lift the visitor visa requirement imposed on Mexican citizens by the former Conservative government in 2009. The restrictions will be lifted by…
Statistics Canada figures show that Canada has reached an important milestone in its reliance on immigration, in that it has become completely dependent on immigration for further labour market growth.…
Canada has one of the world’s most diverse populations, consisting of a highly skilled workforce. This is in part a result of the options that international students have for gaining…
Visa requirements can make it difficult for family members to visit each other across international borders.In many cases, issues arise that require family members to provide assistance and care for…
There are many ways for individuals to obtain residency in Canada. Canadian Immigration Law is designed to help people from all walks of life gain entry into Canada and integrate…
Many of Canada’s skilled employees come from other countries and provide a consistent source of talent that Canada’s businesses need to succeed in a global marketplace.Immigration in Canada allows highly…
What to expect from Canadian Spouse Immigration:Step 1: Achieve Financial SecurityYour spouse will be considered a dependent for the first three years of his or her stay in Canada. As…
Canadian Immigration Minister John McCallum is already tapping 2016 to be the year of immigration. With the highest number of projected admissions into Canada in decades, according to McCallum, this…
Canada’s immigration policy is undergoing a major shift. In 2016, the emphasis is on family reunification and allowing a greater number of immigrants to enter the country. John McCallum, Canada’s…
The Liberal government has recently announced the restoration of the Interim Federal Health Program. The program was originally cut by the Conservative government under Prime Minister Stephen Harper, but its…
By maintaining a clear understanding on the latest regulations under the Canadian Citizenship Act, immigrants to Canada can ensure they achieve their goal of becoming a Canadian citizen. The Canadian…
