Citizenship and immigration Canada (CIC) has a cap on the number of applications they accept for Parent Sponsorships, and unfortunately the cap for this year has been reached. In January 2015, CIC accepted 5000 applications and the parent and grandparent program has again reached a pause. CIC is [...]

The Canadian Citizenship Test is the last step for anyone applying for Citizenship in Canada. It will happen before the Ceremony. You will need to prepare for this test in advance to ensure that you have the highest chance for success. You must take the test if: You [...]

If you are a permanent resident, you will be required to meet the residency requirements in order to maintain your status. The requirement demands that permanent residents stay in Canada for at least 730 days for every five years. This means that, If you have been a permanent [...]

Humanitarian and Compassionate Consideration applications, also known as H&C applications, are very unique. They are used as a last resort because when filing this application, you are not entitled to legal status in Canada. Of course, unless you already have legal status in Canada. Watch our video below on [...]

As a permanent resident of Canada, there are certain conditions and requirements that must be met in order to continue to maintain the permanent residency status. The most important aspect of maintaining permanent residency status in Canada is the residency obligation.  Watch our video below to find out the residency obligations for permanent residents in Canada and what happens if residency is not met.

There are many permanent residents of Canada that have to leave the country for familial obligations, employment opportunities, or other significant reasons. When they leave, however, this can impede on their residency obligations to Canada as a permanent resident. Watch our video below on permanent residency renewals with Humanitarian and Compassionate consideration arguments.

Humanitarian and Compassionate also stands for H&C. Individuals who are in Canada, who are illegal in the country, and do not wish to go back to their home country for specific reasons; they will be able to apply for a Humanitarian and Compassionate Consideration application. These specific reasons range from persecution, war, laws of their home country, family issues, and many more. Watch our video below on what a Humanitarian and Compassionate consideration is, who qualifies for this application and whether individuals should apply for this application.

As a permanent resident of Canada, there are many conditions and requirements that must be met in order to maintain permanent residency status in Canada. In addition, a permanent resident card does not renew automatically and thus does expire. It is essential for your PR status that you diligently renew and keep your PR card valid. If it expires, you must renew it; however, this can bring complications if you are outside of Canada. Watch our video below on what to do if your PR card expires while you're outside of Canada and how to apply for a permanent resident travel document.

This video will discuss forms for all immigration applications. If you are planning to submit your own Canadian immigration application find out why you should collect all your documents first prior to completing the immigration forms. Find out why you should leave the forms till the end!!

It can be extremely frustrating if your application for Permanent Residency is refused and you feel as though your specific case is justified. In these special circumstances, you may be able to apply under the Humanitarian & Compassionate consideration, better known as H&C. Watch our video below on who may apply for an H&C consideration, what the restrictions are with respect to examinations of applications for H&C consideration, and more.

If you are living outside of Canada and your Permanent Residence Card has expired and you don't meet the residency requirements. You may be eligible for renewal under Humanitarian and Compassionate Arguments (H&C). Watch our video to learn what type of documents you can present to be considered under H&C argument.

Do you have an expired PR Card inside or outside of Canada? Not sure if this will affect your residency status in Canada? If so, watch our video if you meet the eligibility criteria to renew your Permanent Resident card.