How does IRCC decide when to hold Express Entry draws?
Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, Express Entry draws were fairly predictable. Although it was not an official policy, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) would usually hold draws every two weeks, on Wednesday. Each draw would typically feature over 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence, and Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-offs around 470…
Travelling to Canada for the first time as a newcomer? Here is how you can arrive prepared
Whether you are coming to Canada as a permanent resident or with a work or study permit, there are certain obligations you must meet when landing in the country. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration All travellers to Canada need to show certain documents at their port of entry. These include a travel…
The most (and least) expensive cities for renters in Canada
The November 2023 Rentals.ca Rent Report was recently released, examining the average rent for 1 bedrooms and 2 bedrooms in 35 cities across Canada. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration The report explains that rent in Canada has increased by $175 in the past six months, and for the sixth month in a…
How you can immigrate to Canada from Nigeria
Under its Immigration Levels Plan, Canada is aiming to welcome 465,000 new permanent residents by the end of 2023. By 2025, this target is increased to 500,000. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration In 2022, Nigeria was Canada’s fourth top immigration source country, welcoming 22,085 Nigerian immigrants, making up 5.05% of Canada’s total…
Introducing SAIT’s new Global Student Ambassador Program
When pursuing higher education, students benefit greatly from being able to reach out to other people for help. This is because navigating the post-secondary education system – from program options and tuition to accommodation and campus life – can be complex. This journey becomes significantly easier for those who have resources available to aid them…
Refugees more likely to file taxes than skilled workers after their first year in Canada
A new study from Statistics Canada has found that skilled workers are less likely to file tax returns the first year after landing than those who land in Canada as refugees. The study was an overview of tax-filing trends of newly landed immigrants of working age (25-64), who landed from 1993 to 2019. It found…
Memo details how IRCC plans to support francophone immigration post 2023
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has a goal to reach the 4.4% target of French-speaking immigrants outside of Quebec by the end of 2023. This target was reaffirmed in the Action Plan for Official Languages 2018-2023, as well as in IRCC’s Francophone Immigration Strategy launched in 2019. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian…
What are the conditions of my Canadian study permit?
Annually, Canada welcomes thousands of international students, who arrive in the country through issued study visas and permits; with specific conditions that they must uphold during their studies. What follows below will summarize these study permit conditions. Note that the specific conditions relevant to each student’s case can be found on the permit document issued…
Planning for Retirement and Managing Your RRSPs: A Guide for New Canadians
As a new Canadian, you’re embarking on an exciting journey. An important aspect of settling in a new country, like Canada, is planning for your retirement. For some it might seem a long way off, but it is important to set a strong foundation early. With the right knowledge and an informed strategy, you may…
What the changes to Alberta’s healthcare delivery system mean for newcomers across the province
Earlier this month, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced that the existing Alberta Health Services (AHS) system in the province will be divided into four separate entities in an effort to “improve access to care.” In a press conference at the beginning of November, Smith reiterated that this plan would organize Alberta’s healthcare delivery system by…