The Start-up Visa Program will enable immigrant entrepreneurs to launch innovative companies that will create jobs in Canada and, eventually, compete globally. The Program will provide entrepreneurs with valuable assistance in navigating the Canadian business environment, which can sometimes prove challenging for newcomers. [...]

Have you ever been in a life-threatening situation? What would happen if you could not return to your country because you are afraid for your life? These situations can arise when you belong to a particular group. This could include You belong to a particular [...]

There has been much debate over the poor treatment of live-in caregivers in Canada, and the Federal Government is cracking down on these allegations and providing relief to these foreign workers. The Government of Canada has taken action to protect live-in caregivers from abuse and [...]

The Canadian Experience Class continues to gain momentum as the most popular economic immigration program. It is becoming more and more clear that the government t prefers to have its new immigrants with Canadian work experience, as this would make it easier for [...]

How do you obtain a valid offer of arranged employment? How do you get an arranged employment opinion? Where do I have to submit an application for arranged employment? These are all extremely valid questions that many employers and applicants struggle with. The [...]

Education requirements You must provide proof of your education with your application. Specifically, you will need: proof of having completed at least one year of post-secondary education proof that you were in good standing during at least one year while you were attending a post‑secondary [...]

Common Law Sponsorship FAQs Progressively, Canada recognizes many forms of relationships. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are eligible to sponsor common-law partners. How do I sponsor my Common Law Partner for permanent residence in Canada? Sponsoring your common-law partner for permanent resident status [...]

Submitting an application with Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) considerations can be an extremely complex and worrisome endeavour. A lot is on the line, and applications of this sort as they are normally the last resort for people with few if any, options available to them. [...]

A Canadian Experience Class application is aimed at facilitating permanent residence for foreign workers who have gained valid work experience in Canada. When completing your Canadian Experience Class application, there are a number of things you should keep in mind on how to [...]

Skilled workers are people who are chosen as permanent residents based on their skilled profession and ability to prosper in Canada. Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) applications are based on the factors set out below: Basic eligibility Federal Skilled Worker applicants must have at [...]

Before you apply for the Start-up visa, you must convince a designated angel investor group or venture capital fund to invest in your business idea. If the investor organization decides to fund your business idea, they will give you a letter of support. You must [...]

Humanitarian and Compassionate Considerations Akrami & Associates and our team of seasoned legal professionals are here to help you! We will begin by discussing your matter at length during a consultation. It is here that you will meet face-to-face with one of our immigration practitioners. [...]