Can I travel outside of Canada as a temporary resident?

Temporary residents in Canada may travel outside the country, but they must meet re-entry requirements outlined by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in order to return. Temporary residents include visitors to Canada, as well as international students and temporary…

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BREAKING: Ontario announces distribution of allocation for international study permits in 2024

Most international study permits—96% – will go to public universities and colleges in Ontario while the remainder will be split between “language schools, private universities and other institutions” across the province. In a news release this afternoon, the Government of…

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Canada to introduce a Renters Bill of Rights

Speaking from Vancouver today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that a Bill of Rights for renters in Canada will be introduced in the upcoming Budget 2024. A release from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) says The Canadian Renter’s Bill…

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HDFC Bank and TD Bank Group sign agreement to streamline education journey for Indian students in Canada

Pursuing education in Canada as an international student can be a big undertaking. On top of preparing to live in a new country to take challenging courses, study permit applicants must also navigate through a set of government requirements. Through…

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10 mistakes to avoid as a newcomer to Canada

Starting a new life in Canada can be both exciting and daunting. On one hand, newcomers are coming to Canada with the opportunity to start fresh after leaving their home country, a move that gives them a chance to build…

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Clearing up three common misconceptions about immigrating to Canada

Canada is one of the most popular destinations for those who looking to start a new life in another country. With that popularity, it has been easy for misinformation to spread regarding eligibility for immigration and what newcomers can expect…

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IRCC invites 1,980 candidates in latest Express Entry draw

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to candidates in the third Express Entry draw of the month. The department issued 1,980 invitations to apply (ITAs) in a general draw. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)…

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New Brunswick, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland and Labrador now issuing Provincial Attestation Letters

Three more Canadian provinces have implemented systems for issuing Provincial Attestation Letters (PALs) to international students applying for a Canadian study permit. As of January 22, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requires that provinces issue PALs according to…

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Deadline to apply for PGWP moves for students of college programs with public-private curriculum licensing agreement

On January 22, 2024, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced several major changes to Canada’s international student program. One of them was graduates of college programs with public-private curriculum licensing agreements would no longer be eligible for a Post-Graduation…

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Five provinces issue provincial immigration invitations this week

Five provinces – Ontario, British Columbia (BC), Quebec, Alberta and Prince Edward Island (PEI) – have issued invitations for newcomers to come to Canada through provincial nomination programs this week. All provinces and territories in Canada, except Nunavut and Quebec,…

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