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  • May 2, 2025

    Planning to Visit Canada in 2025? Here’s What You Must Know About the Canada Visitor Visa (TRV)

    Are you planning a dream trip to Canada in 2025 — whether it’s to explore our stunning landscapes, reunite with family, or attend important business meetings? If so, you probably need a Canada visitor visa, also known as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). But here’s the truth [...]

  • April 30, 2025

    Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) Applications for Canadian PR

    If you're in Canada without status or don't qualify for other immigration programs but face hardship if forced to leave, the Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) application may be the best option for you. Though H&C applications are complex and not a guaranteed path to permanent residency (PR), [...]

  • April 10, 2025

    How long does spousal sponsorship take?

    One of the first questions I hear from couples going through the spousal sponsorship process is: “How long is this going to take?” And honestly, it’s a fair question. When you’re separated from your partner and trying to build a life together in Canada, every day feels [...]

  • April 1, 2025

    Canada Caregiver Program Reopens 2025

    It’s back! Starting March 31, Canada is reopening its doors to caregivers through its long-anticipated Caregiver Program, giving foreign nationals a chance to live and work in Canada while caring for children, seniors, or individuals with medical needs — and yes, this pathway still leads to permanent [...]

  • March 25, 2025

    ​IRCC Eliminates CRS Points for Job Offers in Express Entry System​

    ​IRCC Eliminates CRS Points for Job Offers in Express Entry System​ Effective March 25, 2025, IRCC eliminates CRS points for job offers in Express Entry System!  Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented a significant change to the Express Entry system by removing the additional Comprehensive Ranking [...]

  • March 17, 2025

    Bringing Your Girlfriend to Canada: From Visitor Visa to Spousal Sponsorship

    Bringing Your Girlfriend to Canada: From Visitor Visa to Spousal Sponsorship Embarking on the journey in bringing your girlfriend to Canada involves understanding the intricacies of immigration processes. Let's explore how you can obtain a visitor visa and then transition into spousal sponsorship, acknowledging that experiencing life together [...]