It has been your dream to visit/ study/ work in Canada! However, that dream can quickly turn into a nightmare if your visa application is rejected or you are denied entry to Canada. Under Canadian immigration law, certain clauses make you inadmissible in the country. It can either [...]

One of the standard eligibility criteria for getting a Canadian visa is not having a criminal record or past conviction. Authorities take this clause quite seriously, and it can be a major cause for inadmissibility in the country. However, if you still want to start life on a [...]

The Canadian government has 15 FTAs (free trade agreements) with more than 50 nations, which has opened a vast avenue for skilled labour integration. Businesses based in Canada can benefit from the expertise of foreign workers. But to recruit them, the business owner has to show probable cause [...]

We all know that immigration to Canada is a complex process, requiring careful consideration of the circumstances of each individual. But what happens when a person has a criminal record in the past? How can they still pursue their dream of living and working in Canada? Find out [...]

According to 2021 census data, immigrants form 23% of Canada’s population. 62% of those immigrants of ages 15 and above are employed. A significant percentage of the Canadian labour force comprises foreign workers. They have consistently filled the gap for skilled labour, boosting the overall rate of employment [...]

Every year thousands of foreigners immigrate to Canada with their spouses or common-law partners to work or continue with higher studies. Now, the Canadian government does allow spouses to work in the country, provided they have a spousal open work permit. What is it? How to apply for [...]

Canada Response to COVID-19 On March 17 2020, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Canada will be closing its border to foreign nationals to help cease the spread of the Coronavirus. This recent pandemic has led the federal government to make the difficult decision to impose travel restrictions [...]

Qualifying as a common law partner Common law partnerships are unique because they cohabitate in a marriage like commitment but are not actually married. Recognizing and assessing these types of partnerships are challenging for Canadian Immigration but is essential. Common law couples must provide sufficient supporting documentation and [...]

It is common that foreign nationals who are visiting, working or studying in Canada want to stay longer than originally intended authorized stay. If you are looking to extend your stay in Canada, you will need to undergo a restoration of status. To learn more about what restoration [...]

What is a permanent resident of Canada? A permanent resident (PR) are citizens of other countries. They have been given permanent resident status by immigrating to Canada but do not hold Canadian citizenship. A person who is Canada temporarily, such as a student or a foreign worker is [...]

No more LMIA for Two New Pilot Programs Are you overwhelmed with taking care of your children and need an extra hand but cannot afford to put them in childcare due to your financial circumstances or are you a caregiver and like to work in Canada to potentially [...]

AM I ELIGIBLE FOR A VISITOR VISA Are you looking to visit Canada? Do you want to visit the many beautiful sites that this country has to offer? Have you applied for a visitor visa and it was refused? Are you confused about what the process around applying [...]