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    April 15, 2015

    NAFTA

    NAFTA allows citizens of Canada, the United States and Mexico to obtain quick entry into each other’s countries for temporary business or investment reasons. For visitors under NAFTA, A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LIMA) is not a requirement and you are considered exempt. There are four groups of [...]

  • April 13, 2015

    Who Can Be Sponsored

    If you would like to sponsor your family member or loved one, you can sponsor them under Family Sponsorship Class. If you are a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, you may qualify. People who fall under the Family Class an can be sponsored are: Your spouse; Your conjugal [...]

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    April 13, 2015

    How to Receive a Work Permit for your Occupation

    There are many steps to follow before receiving a work permit. Before applying for a work permit the following aspects must be considered: eligibility for a work permit; Determine the requirements; Determine which category you come under i.e. student, caregiver, foreign workers etc; and how to apply. After [...]

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    April 10, 2015

    AINP: Strategic Recruitment Stream – Post-Graduate Worker

    Post-Graduate Worker Category applies to individuals who have graduated from a recognized post-secondary institution in Alberta and are currently working in the province. You are eligible if you clearly show that you are able and intend to live permanently in Alberta at the time of application, you are [...]

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    April 10, 2015

    How Do I Obtain A Study Permit For Canada?

    You will need a Study Permit in order to legally attend an educational institution in Canada. In order to obtain a study permit, you require: Proof of Acceptance Proof of Identity Proof of Financial Support Letter of Explanation Proof of Acceptance If you want to come to Canada [...]

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    April 9, 2015

    Do I Qualify For Temporary Residence?

    If you are interested in visiting Canada and come from a country which is not visa exempt, you will need a Temporary Resident Visa. There are different classes of temporary residents and If you want to apply under the temporary class then you have few options. Temporary Resident [...]

  • April 8, 2015

    Permanent Resident Card Renewal

    Need to provide the same documents including photographs as when you applied for PR and pay $50 dollars To Renew Your Permanent Resident Card You Will Need The Following Documents: Your current Permanent resident card and a photocopy of it Your application for card renewal A copy of [...]

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    April 8, 2015

    Can I Stay In Canada After Graduation?

    Yes, you can stay in Canada after graduation so long as you maintain valid status. After graduating from a post-secondary institution in Canada you may wish to remain and work in Canada. You can do so by obtaining a post-graduation Work Permit. These Work Permits are issued through [...]

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    April 7, 2015

    Comprehensive Ranking System (Point System)

    If you are interested you apply under Express Entry, your qualifications will be ranked against the Comprehensive Ranking System. All applicants will be ranked against this system and, based on your ranking; you may be invited to apply for permanent residence in Canada. Express Entry is based on [...]

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    April 7, 2015

    Qualifying as a Live-In Caregiver

    If you want to apply as a Live-In Caregiver under the Economic Class for Permanent Residence in Canada, there are specific qualification you will need to meet, those are: Requirements for Caring For Children You need to have at least two years of full-time work experience in Canada [...]

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    April 6, 2015

    Express Entry And LMIA Requirements

    From January 1, 2015, the Citizenship and Immigration Canada launched a new permanent residence program to handle the huge number of existing economic immigration programs (Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, Canadian Experience Class) applications, called Express Entry. In order to comply with the local labour [...]

  • April 3, 2015

    Documents Needed For PR Card Renewal

    What is a PR Card? A PR Card is a Permanent Resident Card. This is a document that proves you are a permanent resident of Canada. This card is used by permanent residents to re-enter Canada if they have travelled to another country. If an individual has a [...]