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 [...]

You did it! You graduated! In your hand you hold a degree, diploma or certificate. You’ve fallen in love with the great country of Canada and want to know your options on how you can extend your stay. A post graduate work permit just might your ticket. Read [...]

The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot is a community driven program designed to extend the benefits economically of immigration to smaller communities. This is done by creating a path to permanent residency for skilled foreign workers looking to live and work in the participating communities Participating Communities and [...]

Visitors Visa Extension Foreign individuals travel to Canada for different reasons these can include: A leisurely trip with or without family Visiting family or friends Continuing studies Canada Or working on temporary basis As a foreign individual you are only allowed to stay in Canada for a certain [...]

AM I ELIGIBLE FOR SPOUSAL SPONSORSHIP Does your spouse live outside of Canada? Would you like to sponsor them to become a permanent resident of Canada? Are you confused about the process? Has your application for a spousal sponsorship been previously refused? Not to worry, as the whole [...]

Immigrating to Canada as a Self-employed individual There is a wide array of options that are made available to you to help you immigrate into Canada. Most of the time you are required to obtain a valid job offer for you to apply successfully. However, the application process [...]

Work and Travel in Canada as a Youth As you may know, Canada has many tourist hotspots that attract foreign travelers to visit. For example, Banff National Park, Niagara Falls, Toronto’s CN Tower, Whistler, and many more. There are also many young individuals who want to work in [...]

Having a Spouse with Criminal Record In order to ensure the security of every Canadian citizen and permanent resident, the immigration officers are vigilant when it comes to accessing foreign nationals’ admissibility. If you have a spouse who has a criminal record, he or she may be denied [...]