Ukrainians no longer eligible to enter Canada under CUAET special measures
Today, March 31, 2024, marks three key deadlines for the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) program. Two of these deadlines are specific to the program itself, while the third concerns what Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) calls “post-CUAET measures”. Deadlines 1 and 2: CUAET program Today is the last day eligible visa holders…
Canada increases duration of interim work authorization letters for international graduates
Canada has recently increased the duration of validity of interim work authorization letters issued to international graduates in the country waiting for a decision on their work permit application. Work authorization letters will now be valid for a period of 180 days from the time of submitting an application, as opposed to the previous 120…
Three provinces invite candidates in latest PNP results
This week British Columbia, Manitoba and Quebec issued nominations to immigration candidates through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), or, in the case of Quebec, unique provincial immigration programs. Candidates were invited through a combination of economic, humanitarian and human capital streams. Read on for a full breakdown of results. Note: All provincial immigration streams use…
Nova Scotia to issue 12,900 study permits to international students in 2024
Nova Scotia has released details of its international student allocation for post-secondary institutions. For 2024, the federal government has given Nova Scotia 12,900 study permits. This is approximately 7,000 fewer than the number of permits the province issued to international students in 2023. As of October 2023, Nova Scotia had approximately 16,000 international students enrolled…
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 foreign workers. Each of these groups of foreign nationals will receive a visitor visa/temporary resident…
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 Ontario has announced that its study permit allocation will focus on prioritising postsecondary educational programs…
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 of Rights will require landlords to disclose a clear history of an apartment pricing. This…
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 the launch of a new referral program, HDFC Bank and TD are streamlining the process…
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 a prosperous life for themselves and their families in a country that has ranked in…
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 to experience once they arrive. One such source is fake immigration representatives who take advantage…