Canadian immigration implications of being self-employed
You may be self-employed and still be eligible for Canadian immigration streams. Most economic immigration streams require proof of at least a year’s worth of work. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) uses the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system to evaluate if the work experience of a…
Nigerian-Canadian Masai Ujiri to receive Canada’s highest honour
The President of Basketball Operations for the Toronto Raptors, Masai Ujiri, has been appointed to the Order of Canada. This is Canada’s highest civilian honour, which recognizes and rewards those “who make extraordinary contributions to the nation, [enrich] the lives of others and [make] a difference to this country.” Discover if You Are Eligible for…
Ontario, British Columbia, Quebec and Manitoba hold provincial immigration draws this week
This week four provinces held Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws, inviting candidates to apply for Permanent Residence (PR) and immigrate to their province. Read below to get the full results. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Ontario This week (July 25th) Ontario help a general draw under its French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream, issuing…
The Provincial Nominee Program has changed Canadian immigration
Canada’s immigration landscape has been largely transformed by the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), according to a new Statistics Canada study. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration The PNP was introduced in all provinces, except for Quebec and the Yukon, between 1998 and 2009. Its purpose was to spread the settlement of economic immigrants…
Managing Your Finances Made Easy: Mobile and Online Banking Tips for New Canadians
As a newcomer to Canada, managing your finances efficiently is important for a successful transition. Fortunately, the rise of mobile and online banking has made it easier than ever to stay on top of your money matters in real-time. In this article, we will explore the benefits of mobile and online banking for new Canadians…
Who is Marc Miller? A profile of Canada’s new immigration minister
In 1984, at the College Jean-de-Brebeuf in Montreal, a young Justin Trudeau would ask a boy in his advanced English class for a pencil, to complete his coursework. Marc Miller, the boy in question, would go on to become one of Prime Minister Trudeau’s oldest friends—and as of July 26th, 2023, assume the office of…
Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to shuffle his cabinet this morning
Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will announce changes to his cabinet this morning at 10:30 AM Eastern Time. Note: This is a developing story. CIC News will update it following the announcement. The announcement will confirm whether Sean Fraser will remain as Canada’s immigration minister. Cabinet is the body of ministers appointed by Canada’s Prime…
Is it illegal for employers to ask newcomers about their lack of Canadian work experience?
A lack of Canadian experience is a common barrier identified by newcomers as they pursue meaningful work in their new country. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration The Ontario Human Rights commission identified other barriers that immigrants experience when finding jobs that correspond with their education, skills and experience. These can include: Employers…
Your options to overcome inadmissibility to Canada
Canada welcomes millions of tourists, visitors, immigrants, foreign workers, and students each year. However, before coming to Canada, whatever the reason, it’s important to know that a past criminal record can make you inadmissible. If you have been convicted of a crime in the past, your admissibility to Canada is calculated based on the equivalency…
IRCC processing spousal TRVs in 30 days with a 90% approval rate
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) now has a processing time of 30 days for Temporary Resident Visas (TRVs) for spousal applicants. The measure applies to spousal applicants who have already applied for permanent residency in Canada. Rather than require applicants to remain in their home countries while awaiting IRCC’s decision, they can now come…