Lost Your Canadian Permanent Residency? Here's What You Can Still Do in 2025 Canada is known for offering stability, world-class healthcare, education, and a high quality of life, which is exactly why losing your Canadian permanent residency can feel like a devastating setback. But here’s the truth: [...]

If you're thinking about visiting Canada, you've probably asked yourself, "Want a Visitor Visa to Canada? Here’s What You Really Need to Get Approved." The truth is, getting that approval takes more than just submitting an application. You need to prove that you have strong ties to [...]

When exploring Canadian business immigration options, two standout pathways often come up: the C11 Entrepreneur Work Permit and the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Program. Both can lead to permanent residency, but they serve very different types of applicants. Understanding the difference between business immigration pathways like the C11 [...]

So, you're in love. Maybe you're married, maybe you've been living together, or maybe you're in a serious long-distance relationship that's ready to close the gap. One way or another, you're thinking about spousal sponsorship, and you're hoping Canada is about to say yes. But here's the [...]

If you've been deported, issued a removal order, or asked to leave Canada under less-than-ideal circumstances, coming back isn’t as simple as buying a plane ticket. Whether you overstayed your visa, breached the conditions of your permit, or had a criminal record that made you inadmissible — [...]

At Akrami & Associates, we know many people believe you must have a Canadian job offer to qualify for a work permit. But here’s the truth: You don’t always need one. There’s something called an open work permit — and if you qualify, it gives you incredible [...]

  Thinking about moving to Canada? You’re not alone! Every year, thousands of people dream of starting fresh in the land of maple syrup, breathtaking landscapes, and universal healthcare. But how do you turn that dream into reality? Buckle up—this guide will break down the [...]

How to get an Intra-Company Transfer Work Permit Are you wondering how to get an Intra Company Transfer work permit? The Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Work Permit offers a streamlined pathway for companies to transfer key personnel to their Canadian branches. This permit allows skilled workers to leverage their [...]

Are you asking the same question? The rejection of a visitor visa is not an anomaly. It can happen to anyone, and the best part is that you can reapply to enter Canada. The key takeaway from this experience is to know what went wrong in the first [...]

Owing to Free Trade Agreements with more than 50 countries, Canada has become a haven for immigrant workers. The government also is welcoming towards skilled labour, utilizing their expertise to propel the country’s economic development. One of the most popular pathways for integrating skilled migrant workers and providing [...]

What this means for parents and grandparents Effective July 4, 2022, parents and grandparents need to apply less to stay more in Canada! On July 7, 2022, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada announced that they would be increasing the duration for each entry on a Super Visa beginning [...]

On April 14, 2021, the Government of Canada announced a temporary policy which would open pathways to permanent residence for over 90,000 essential workers and international graduates who are currently contributing to the Canadian economy. This new government initiative has three proposed paths: Health Care Workers Essential Workers [...]