The following update is for individuals whose Postgraduate Work Permits (PGWPs) expired recently or will expire soon: There is a new public policy which allows holders of recently expired or soon-to-expire PGWPs to apply for new work permits and restore status. Those who fall within the specific time period defined by IRCC may be eligible …
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On August 2nd, 2022, the Government of Canada announced that they would be implementing measures for former international students whose postgraduate work permits (PGWPs) have expired or are expiring. They are also implementing new measures for temporary resident to permanent resident (TR to PR) pathway applicants. Beginning on August 8, 2022, PGWP holders whose work …
In the last issue it was reported that BILL S-7 dealing with warrantless searches of PED’s or personal electronic devices was introduced in the Senate. There were hearings into the proposed legislation. The CBA struck a diverse committee of privacy, criminal defence and immigration practitioners (including this writer) to make legal submissions to the Senate …
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Davis Immigration Law Office is pleased to announce that our Articling Student-At-Law, Tyler Koshowski, has been called to the Manitoba Bar and is rejoining the firm as an Associate Lawyer. Congratulations, Tyler!
The IRCC made a recent announcement that students who have graduated from a DLI school and are eligible for a PGWP will be able to obtain another PGWP if their current one expires anytime after JAN 01/22. Please be in contact with our law firm to discuss how this announcement can assist your family. We …
Due to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, Manitoba has announced that the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program will be conducting regular Expression of Interest (EOI) draws for individuals who: 1: Meet all MPNP eligibility criteria; and 2: Are currently affected by the ongoing events in Ukraine. The program is subject to the following requirements: a. Applicants …
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As of February 28, 2022 at 12:01 a.m. EST, The Government of Canada be easing the on-arrival testing for fully-vaccinated travellers. This means that travellers arriving to Canada from any country, who qualify as fully vaccinated, will be randomly selected for arrival testing. Travellers selected will also no longer be required to quarantine while awaiting their test result. …
Quarantine rules It is now easier to get into Canada. No PCR test is required. The essential rule is that all travelers seeking entry into Canada must be fully vaccinated. There are exceptions to this general rule which appear geared to those who wish to help a loved one enter Canada or attend a funeral. …
The 2022 IEC Season is now open! Eligible candidates from the IEC pools will be invited to apply for a Work Permit. Space is limited, and the number of candidates invited varies. Please note that due to current travel restrictions, only fully vaccinated IEC candidates can come to Canada right now. Certain agriculture and food …
If you have a work permit as an in home child care provider, you may have legal options to achieve PR status that you may not have known previously. Please email us at david@daviddavislaw.com now to discuss your options further with our law firm.