Canada Temporarily Halts Private Refugee Sponsorship Applications: A Strategic Pause to Address Backlog

Table of Contents Introduction to the Pause on Refugee Sponsorship Applications The Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program: A Legacy at Risk Impact on Refugees and Sponsors: What Does This Mean? Reason Behind the Pause: Managing Backlog and Capacity What’s Next for Private Sponsorship: Plans for Reform Looking Ahead: A Call for Collaboration and Patience […]

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Ontario Health Coverage for Work Permit Holders: Eligibility, Benefits, and Application Process

Ontario offers healthcare coverage under the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) to eligible work permit holders in the province. Depending on your working and residency status, you may qualify for access to a wide range of medical services including doctor’s visits, emergency care, surgeries, and more. This article will outline: Eligibility Requirements for OHIP Coverage […]

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Provinces Issue Immigration Draws for Candidates: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and PEI

Table of Contents: Introduction: Provincial Immigration Draws Overview Alberta Immigration Draw – November 21 British Columbia Immigration Draws – November 26 Manitoba Immigration Draws – November 22 Prince Edward Island Immigration Draw – November 21 Conclusion: Impact of Recent Immigration Draws 1. Introduction: Provincial Immigration Draws Overview Between November 21 and November 29, 2024, four […]

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Canada Implements New Immigration Fees Starting December 1, 2024

Table of Contents: Introduction: Immigration Fee Increases Updated Fee Structure: A Comparison What Happens If You’ve Already Paid the Old Fee? Paying the Fee Difference: What You Need to Know Conclusion: The Impact of Fee Adjustments on Applicants 1. Introduction: Immigration Fee Increases As of December 1, 2024, Canada’s immigration department, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship […]

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IRCC Backlog Shrinks for the First Time in Months

Table of Contents: Introduction: A Glimpse into IRCC’s Progress October 2024 Data: A Positive Shift Understanding IRCC’s Backlog Permanent Residency Applications: Key Statistics Temporary Residency Applications: Progress Made Citizenship Grant Applications: A Steady Path IRCC’s Measures to Address the Backlog Looking Ahead: Government’s Plan for Immigration Levels Conclusion: A Step Toward Streamlining Immigration Processes 1. […]

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