Working an international conference in Canada? Find out if you need a work permit

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Thu, 08 Aug 2024 12:00:46 +0000

Summer has seen the resumption of foreign events in Canada, attracting visitors from around the world and covering everything from technology to agriculture. It is important for visitors to Canada understand exactly what entry requirements they should meet to participate in foreign events in different capacities. This article will outline entry requirements for foreign service […]

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Frequently asked questions about visas for students, workers and tourists coming to Canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sun, 14 Jul 2024 12:00:32 +0000

Foreign workers, international students, and tourists in Canada on a work / study permit, or visitor visa may require a visa depending on what nationality they currently hold. Work and study visas are an important part of the immigration journey for those that require them and are distinct from work and study permits. Below CIC News […]

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Some citizens of Mexico now require a visa to visit Canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2024 18:02:08 +0000

In response to an increase in asylum claimants from Mexico, Canada now requires some Mexican nationals to obtain a visitor visa to enter Canada temporarily. This change is effective as of February 29, 2024. Previously, all Mexican citizens were eligible to receive an electronic travel authorization (eTA) to enter Canada. Discover if You Are Eligible […]

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All Canadian permanent residence applicants must now submit biometrics

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:00:45 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its policy regarding the collection of biometrics for permanent resident applicants. As of June 14, anyone applying for permanent residence (PR) must submit biometrics, regardless of if they have previously submitted them for a temporary residence permit. The update to the published policy means that IRCC is […]

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Canada introducing visa-free travel to 13 countries

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 06 Jun 2023 16:57:45 +0000

Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, visited Winnipeg today for an announcement regarding visa-free travel. Passport holders from 13 countries will now be able to travel to Canada by air without requiring a Temporary Residence Visa. However, this applies only to travellers from these countries who have either held a Canadian visa in […]

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BREAKING: Canada introducing visa-free travel to 13 countries

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 06 Jun 2023 16:57:45 +0000

Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, visited Winnipeg today for an announcement regarding visa-free travel. Passport holders from 13 countries will now be able to travel to Canada without requiring a Temporary Residence Visa. Panama Antigua and Barbuda St Kitts and Nevis St Lucia St Vincent and Grenadines Trinidad and Tobago Argentina Costa […]

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Can I travel back to my home country after submitting my electronic Application for Permanent Residence through Express Entry?

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Fri, 10 Mar 2023 12:00:57 +0000

An electronic Application for Permanent Residence (eAPR) is the result of a successful Express Entry application. In other words, after applying to any of the three programs (more on that later) managed under the Express Entry system, an eAPR is what applicants finally submit to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) if they receive an […]

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IRCC updates processing times tool to provide more accurate information

Credit to Author: Shelby Thevenot| Date: Thu, 31 Mar 2022 19:59:57 +0000

On March 31, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced major updates to the government’s online processing times tool.  Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) clients can now see more accurate estimates of how long it will take to process their application.  Most permanent resident and citizenship services will now use dynamic processing times. New calculations will […]

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The basics of getting a Canadian work permit

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 06 Mar 2019 05:40:25 +0000

Are you currently in Canada but not yet a permanent resident? In most circumstances, if you are a foreign national, but not yet a permanent resident of Canada, you need a work permit to work in Canada. Understanding the basics of Canadian work permits will help you follow Canadian immigration law and make your stay […]

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A brush with the law can affect your electronic travel authorization for Canada


Prior to the introduction of Canada’s electronic travel authorization, almost anyone from a visa-exempt country could hop on a plane, show their passport or travel documents upon arrival, and be legally admitted to Canada. This all changed on March 15, 2016, when the electronic travel authorization, or eTA, became mandatory for citizens of temporary resident […]

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