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IRCC introduces two new immigration pilots for rural and French-minority communities

March 7, 2024 admin Canada, canada immigration news, canada permanent residence, canada pr, francophone immigration, IRCC, permanent residents, rural and northern immigration pilot

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:00:05 +0000

In a press conference earlier today, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced two separate new immigration pilots – one for rural communities and another for francophone minority communities across Canada – while adding that the existing Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) will transition into a permanent program. In a press conference today, Immigration […]

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Exploring the reasons behind immigrant departures from Canada

February 12, 2024 admin Canada, canada immgration, canadian permanent residence, permanent residents

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Mon, 12 Feb 2024 14:00:59 +0000

Canada is among the most sought-after countries to immigrate to, due to the country’s exceptional quality of life, robust healthcare and education system, and liberal ethic of multiculturalism. However, Canada is not always the last stop on an immigrant’s journey. A new study released by Statistics Canada has found that more than 15% of immigrants […]

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The lesser-known benefits of being a Canadian permanent resident

February 9, 2024 admin Canada, Canadian immigrants, canadian permanent residence, permanent residents, settlement services, study in Canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Fri, 09 Feb 2024 13:00:17 +0000

For many newcomers the ability to become a permanent resident (PR) of Canada is one of the most attractive aspects of moving to the country. Permanent residence status gives individuals the ability to reside in Canada, and to study, work, and live as they wish (within the bounds of the law). However, there are also […]

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Is there a residency requirement for Canadian citizenship?

January 31, 2024 admin canada citizenship, Canadian citizenship, citizenship, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, permanent residents, proof of citizenship

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Wed, 31 Jan 2024 13:00:20 +0000

Part of maintaining your permanent resident (PR) status in Canada is meeting a residency requirement. In other words, to avoid losing PR status, those who immigrate to this country must reside in Canada for a minimum of 730 days* over the last five years. *The 730 days (two years) used to meet the PR residency […]

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British Columbia projects 1 million job openings in the next ten years

December 15, 2023 admin bcpnp, British Columbia, british columbia immigration, IRCC, jobs in canada, permanent residents, PNP, provinces

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:00:33 +0000

According to British Columbia’s recently released Labour Market Outlook report, the province will add 1 million jobs to its workforce by 2033. The Labour Market Outlook report is a 10-year forecast of the province’s in-demand careers, skills training and education, as well as the industries that may be hiring. The report shows that 65% of […]

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Five winter safety tips for newcomers to Canada

December 12, 2023 admin canada immigration, canada permanent residence, Express Entry, life in canada, permanent residents, PNP, provincial nominee program

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:30:48 +0000

As many newcomers to Canada arrive here from countries with warmer weather patterns than we see in this country, this article will prepare newcomers with five essential tips and tricks to stay safe during the cold winter months. Canada’s winters are a fun time for many newcomers to Canada, as it is often an opportunity […]

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Returning to Canada: Immigration Checklist and best practices

December 9, 2023 admin Canada, canada work permit, cbsa, International students, IRCC, LMIA, open work permit, permanent residents, pr card, quebec acceptance certificate, study in Canada, study permit, temporary resident visa

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sat, 09 Dec 2023 14:00:21 +0000

The end of the year is often a time for travel, with many international students, workers, and permanent residents leaving Canada for the first time since arriving to the country. While these individuals are allowed to return to Canada provided that their status is valid, there are often finer details to keep in mind when […]

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Canada seeking more francophones under Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026

November 14, 2023 admin Canada, canada express entry, canada immigration, canada permanent residence, category-based selection draw, cec, french immigration, fstp, fswp, immigration levels plan, permanent residents, PNP, strategic immigration report

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2023 13:00:16 +0000

According to Canada’s latest Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is looking to welcome 31,500 French-speaking permanent residents (PRs) in 2025 and 36,000 newcomers under the same category in 2026. An annual release by Canada’s immigration department, the Immigration Levels Plan is used to guide the number of new PRs that […]

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Canada Immigration

Canada seeking more francophones under Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2023 13:00:16 +0000

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Support for immigration in Canada has dropped since last year

October 31, 2023 admin Canada, housing, immigration levels plan, IRCC, marc miller, permanent residents, Population

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Mon, 30 Oct 2023 16:00:16 +0000

The Environics Institute, a Canadian research agency that conducts public opinion surveys and collects data on government, social and economic issues, has released its annual study on Canadian public opinion on immigration. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration The report found that over the past year, Canadians have become pessimistic about the direction of […]

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