Articles about Immigration to Canada
Our Immigration Blog
Lawyer-curated blog posts with insights about Canada and immigration law. Here you will find insights, reviews and opinions about recent developments in Canadian immigration.
H&C or Humanitarian and Compassionate Applications: A Lifeline for Those Without Options
Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) applications offer a pathway for those facing exceptional circumstances in Canada. This guide explains the key factors, how to prepare a strong case, and the importance of seeking professional help for this complex immigration process.
No more 10-year multiple-entry Tourist Visas to Canada?
Canada’s 2024 visitor visa policy changes make multiple-entry visas no longer a default. Discover essential insights into the new guidelines, practical tips for approval, and how to submit a strong TRV application amidst increasing scrutiny.
Immigration to Canada for US Citizens: Top Pathways After the 2024 Presidential Elections
This comprehensive guide outlines top Canadian immigration options for U.S. citizens post-2024 election, covering Express Entry, family sponsorship, and Canadian citizenship by descent.
Canada’s Six New 2024 Immigration Measures Explained
Canada has introduced six major immigration reforms to control temporary resident volumes. These include caps on study permits, stricter language requirements for work permits, and new rules for spousal eligibility. The changes aim to protect Canada’s labor market and ensure the sustainability of the immigration system.
Canada Parent Grandparent Program: 35,700 new invitations are coming in 2024
The Canadian Parent Grandparent Program (PGP) is set to welcome more families in 2024 by issuing 35,700 PGP invitations. Learn about the recent changes to the Parent Grandparent Program in 2024 and how they can help you reunite with your loved ones in Canada.
Canadian Budget 2024: Fairness for every generation – My Top 6 Immigration Takeaways
Our annual budget drives the direction of immigration policy and programming in Canada. Where the money goes, so too goes the future of immigration in the coming years. To better understand this future, I reviewed “Budget 2024: Fairness for every generation” and have set out below my top six takeaways.
No More Second-Class Canadian Citizens. Children born to Canadians in a second generation are now eligible for Canadian Citizenship.
Discover the landmark ruling in Bjorkquist et al. v. Attorney General of Canada that transforms Canadian citizenship laws. This critical analysis delves into the implications of abolishing the "second-generation cut-off" provision, a controversial aspect of the Citizenship Act that previously limited citizenship rights for Canadians born abroad.
Sponsoring Ukrainian Family Members for PR in Canada - What is Known to Date?
On the 15th of July 2023, an exciting announcement was made by the Minister of Immigration, unveiling a new program that would allow Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents to sponsor their Ukrainian family members for PR in Canada...
Message to Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: My Top 10 Problems with the Canada H1B Work Permit
On July 16, 2023 IRCC opened intake for 10,000 spots under a new Canada H-1B Holder Work Permit. The spots filled in less than 48 hours and the program is now closed. There were some major flaws - Read on to learn more about my TOP 10 problems with the H-1B Holder Work Permit program.
How to choose an ECA organization?
A comprehensive guide and ECA organizations comparison. Wondering what is the best ECA organization and how they all compare? - This article will answer most of your questions.
My visa application was refused - Prepare a request for reconsideration!
Learn about how you can prepare a request for reconsideration when the visa gets refused?
Why misrepresentation in Canada should scare you!
Misrepresentation can be scary! Even worse, misrepresentation can haunt you for very long time. In this blog post you will learn what misrepresentation means and that to be aware of when you prepare your immigration application!