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IRCC updates processing times tool to provide more accurate …
WEBOn March 31, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced major updates to the government’s online processing times tool. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) clients can now see more accurate estimates of how long it will take to process their application. Most permanent resident and citizenship services will now use dynamic processing times.
IRCC announces new eligibility criteria for Post-Graduation Work ...
WEBJan 23, 2024 · On January 22nd, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced it is implementing changes to stabilize growth and decrease the number of international study permits for international students in 2024. Discover your options to study in Canada. To better align the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) with these changes, IRCC announced updates to the programs’ eligibility criteria.
How to calculate Canadian citizenship eligibility | CIC News
WEBJan 24, 2022 · One of the eligibility criteria to become a Canadian citizen is that you need to have been physically present in Canada for three out of the last five years. Among other criteria, if you are age 18 and older, you need to have been in Canada for at least 1,095 days out of the five
Why more Indians are moving to Canada - CIC News
WEBAug 23, 2022 · India is by far Canada's leading source of global talent. In 2021, Canada welcomed over 405,000 immigrants, an all-time high.Nearly one-third of these immigrants are of Indian origin.. In addition, Canada welcomed nearly 450,000 international students last year, with Indians comprising almost 50 per cent of this total.. There were also over 10,000 Indians that moved to Canada under the ...
Visitor Visa checklist: Everything you need to apply and visit …
WEBFeb 29, 2024 · A visitor visa is needed to come to Canada as a tourist, or on a quick trip to visit family, or do business for individuals of many countries.. Anyone who is not a permanent or temporary resident of Canada (those with a work or study permit) will need a visitor visa to enter the country.
How American residents can work in Canada | CIC News
WEBJun 30, 2022 · Most U.S. residents need a work permit in order to work in Canada. Work permits in Canada fall under two categories. The first category involves a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Canada’s federal government uses the LMIA to determine how the hiring of foreign workers may impact the wages and employment of workers in Canada.
Entering Canada with a DUI from the USA - CIC News
WEBJul 28, 2021 · When attempting to enter Canada with a past driving under the influence (DUI) offence, travellers may have difficulties crossing the border. This common situation arises due to Canada’s strict laws on DUI. Canada further strengthened these laws in 2018 when marijuana was legalized. The legalization resulted in …
Canada invites 4,750 candidates in latest Express Entry draw
WEBNov 9, 2022 · Canada’s held its most recent all-program Express Entry draw on November 9. This is the tenth draw since all-program draws resumed on July 6. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to 4,750 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 494. Eligible candidates were invited from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC),