Articles about Immigration to Canada

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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.

 

Time’s Up: What to Do When Your Canadian Work Permit is Expiring

Is your Canadian work permit about to expire? Learn about your options to extend your stay legally or transition to permanent residency. From restoration of status to pathways like Express Entry and PNP, this guide outlines crucial steps to take before your permit expires.

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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.

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Eligibility for the SOWP for Spouses and Common-Law Partners of International Students: What Does the Future Hold?

In this blog post, we delve into the changes to the SOWP program and explore potential future trends. Will there be more restrictions, or will we see more relaxed eligibility requirements for the spouses of international students in the future?

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Understanding the Recent 2024 Changes in Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) Eligibility in Canada

Discover how the recent 2024 changes to SOWP(Spousal Open Work Permit) eligibility in Canada impact international students and their partners. The latest policy adjustments, effective from March 19, 2024, now focus on aligning the fields of study of international students with the nation's labour market needs.

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