September 27, 2017
How to Move to Canada from the United States
Different Ways to Immigrate to Canada from the United States For over a century, Canada and the United States have shared a detailed and interesting history. These two prosperous countries were both settled by immigrant communities from all over the world and the countries still continue to receive [...]
September 27, 2017
What is Dual Intent
Dual Intent of Permanent Residency and Temporary Stay in Canada There are many different circumstances that can lead to permanent residency in Canada. However, the process of obtaining permanent residency in Canada can be a timely process and often applicants would like to either stay in Canada or [...]
September 8, 2017
The Basics of Permanent Residency in Canada
Basic Steps to Permanent Residency in Canada The right of permanent residency in Canada is not provided to all individuals and Immigration Canada is very selective with who they approve for permanent residency. Once you gain permanent residency in Canada, there are many benefits and advantages compared to just [...]
September 20, 2016
LMIA Information for Employers
Employers hiring a Foreign Worker The Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) was previously known as the Labour Market Opinion (LMO). The LMIA is an application once approved by Service Canada allows the employer to hire a Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW). If the employer does not obtain a Positive [...]
June 13, 2016
Do I need a Temporary Resident Visa to Canada
Travelling to Canada as a Visitor Have you ever had an emergency travel need and did not have a valid visa to travel outside of Canada? Have you ever regretted not taking enough time out to put relevant documents together for the ease of your travel? Well, you [...]
December 1, 2015
Federal Skilled Arranged Employment Video
In this video you will learn how you can qualify for Permanent Residence if you have a job offer. To be eligible for Federal Skilled Arranged Employment, you must have a skilled job offer from a Canadian employer. For additional information on Federal Skilled Worker Arranged Employment, please watch our video below.
November 18, 2015
Labour Market Impact Assessment LMIA
What is the LMIA? The Labour Market Opinion (LMO) is now known as the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). It allows an employer to hire a foreign worker. It is hard for an employer to get the permit because it is hard to convince the government that there [...]
November 15, 2015
Express Entry Language Requirements
Do candidates need to take language tests? There are two official languages in Canada, English and French. French is most common in Quebec and New Brunswick, while English is the more predominate in the other provinces and territories. You can choose to adapt either or both languages. In [...]
May 21, 2015
How To Apply For An Open Work Permit
What is an Open Work Permit? An Open Work Permit is a Work Permit that does not require any job offer or LMIA. An inland spousal sponsorship application can take an emotional toll on people, especially not being able to see close family and friends for up to [...]
May 21, 2015
Can An Employer Who Currently Employs a Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Use Express Entry?
Yes, they can but temporary foreign worker (TFW) has to be in Canada and working here under a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LIMA). If they are working under LIMA then an employer can offer an employee a permanent job to back up his/her application for permanent residence. [...]
April 29, 2015
What are Lower and Higher skilled Occupations And Their Requirements?
The Requirements For Higher-Skilled Occupations: To determine the specific level of an occupation the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) uses the 2011 edition of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) coding system. Consequently, employers have to find the NOC code of their available position, to ensure they can be [...]
April 29, 2015
Express Entry: Can You Apply Directly Under A Provincial Nominee Program?
What is the Provincial Nominee Program? The majority of the Provinces throughout Canada have come to an agreement with the Federal Government which allows them to nominate immigrants who are looking to come to Canada and stay. What are your options for applying? Some of the Provincial Nominee [...]