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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.
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!
Credential Recognition and Other Challenges Faced by Newcomers
Canadian Immigration Lawyer Mark Holthe and Robert Leong discuss challenges faced by new immigrants in Canada, credential recognition, and pursuing career in Canada.
How to submit the request for GCMS Notes when your visa was refused?
Do you have your Canadian Visa Refused? Well there is a way to get a copy of the visa office file materials so that you could learn the “real reasons” your application was rejected.
Is IELTS really better than CELPIP?
In this episode, Garret Lim shared some great insight into exactly what the CELPIP and IELTS tests cover. By knowing the differences between the two tests, you can make the right choice as to which is going to allow you to score the highest. After all, your entire future in Canada depends upon it.