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Canada’s Strategic Immigration Reforms for 2026
Canada is adapting its immigration policies in response to labor shortages and the economic shifts following the pandemic. The government, through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For JUNE, 2024
The federal immigration minister held an express entry draw recently which resulted in 920 ITA’s (or Invitations To Apply) through the provincial nominee program. This
Canada announces First-Ever Express Entry invitations for skilled newcomers with STEM experience
On May 8, 2024, the Canadian Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, announced a significant decision by Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to extend
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For JUNE, 2023
Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced three new initiatives aimed at creating a special innovation stream for skilled workers to migrate and stay in Canada. He
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For MAY, 2023
Canada is reuniting loved ones through new immigration measures New measures also address labour shortages in Canada
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For APRIL, 2023
The innocent exception rule applied in misrepresentation cases in immigration law. The applicable provision in IRPA is s. 40(1)(a). The provision applies to direct and
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For MARCH, 2023
The Minister of IRCC announced recently that foreign nationals who have been in possession of a post grad work permit but their document is expiring
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For FEBRUARY, 2023
The Immigration Advisory Council released its report earlier this month in February, 2023. There are approximately 70 recommendations that were listed in this report. Many
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For JANUARY, 2023
Can a parent renounce citizenship on behalf of their under age child? This is an interesting legal issue. It appears from early case law from
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For DECEMBER, 2022
Work permits are an integral processing application for foreign workers and are considered the backbone of the driving force of the Canadian economy. There are
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For NOVEMBER, 2022
The National Occupation Classification system has a new coding system in place after a long awaited update as at November 16th, 2022. The levels are
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For OCTOBER, 2022
The Post Graduate Work Permit policy released by IRCC on August 02, 2022 included a rare exception for qualifying candidates. Usually when an applicant files
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For SEPTEMBER, 2022
COVID19 was a game changer in so many ways. It hit hardest for those who liked to travel and especially for foreign born immigrants. The
Important update for recently expired PGWP holders
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
POST GRAD WORK PERMIT SOLUTIONS
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
UPDATE ON BILL S-7 WARRANTLESS SEARCHES OF PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES
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.
Tyler Koshowski Called to the Manitoba Bar
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
NEW POST GRADUATE WORK PERMITS
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
Manitoba Government Announces Special Immigration Measures In Response To Ukraine Crisis
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
Updates on COVID-19 Travel Requirements
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
Canadian Immigration Issues for March 2022
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
2022 IEC Program is Now Open
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,
IMMIGRATION OPTIONS TO PR PATHWAY FOR HOMECARE PROVIDERS
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
Canada is far from reaching its refugee target number for this year.
As of October 31st, Canada has reached only half its target goal of 80’000 refugees. Similarly, reaching just over half of the intended number of
Canada’s updated Bridging Open Work Permit
Immigration Canada made an announcement recently regarding the reconstruction of the Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) program that will make now make it much more
There is “no one more pro-immigrant” Doug Ford states after his controversial remarks
Ontario Premier Doug Ford made some controversial comments this past Monday and has doubled down refusing to apologize. He made a remark regarding the productivity
Confirming your Permanent Residency status online
If you got an email about the Permanent Residence Portal, it’s legitimate if: it came from an email address ending in @cic.gc.ca it’s in both
Liberals to make Immigration to Canada easier
With the outcome of this last election and Trudeau back in office, Liberals are said to make Immigration to Canada much easier. They currently aspire
New pathway to permanent residency in place for over 90,000 essential temporary workers and international graduates
The Canadian Government has created a new program to make it easier to attain permanent residence in Canada. Its focus will be on the contribution
Tyler Koshowski elected as Law Society of Manitoba Student Bencher
Davis Immigration Law Office would like to congratulate our Articling Student, Tyler Koshowski, on being elected as the Law Society of Manitoba’s Student Bencher for
Canada needs to improve its immigration channels for essential migrant workers
Other than the pandemics impact, Canada’s population is aging at a rapid pace and the country has been becoming more and more scarce with essential
Canada on track to meet ambitious 2021 immigration target, Minister says
According to Minister Marco Mendicino, Canada is currently on pace to reach over 401,000 Permanent Residents this year after achieving record numbers in June and
Do you qualify for the fully vaccinated traveler exemption?
Check if you qualify for the exemption To qualify for the fully vaccinated traveller exemption, you must: • be eligible to enter Canada on the
Attention Candidates for Pursuit of LONG HAUL TRUCK DRIVING LICENSES.
We want you to know of a very reliable and trustworthy truck driving school known as Professional Transport Driver Training School. They have qualified and
Celebrate your citizenship with Canoo! | Célébrez votre citoyenneté avec Canoo!
Did you become a Canadian citizen between December 19th, 2020 and July 6th, 2021? If so, this information applies to you: IRCC created an app
Minimizing the Risk of Exposure to COVID-19 in Canada Order (Prohibition of Entry into Canada from any Country Other than the United States)
New order coming to Canada September 7th In order to (1) support Canada’s continued focus on reducing the introduction and further spread of COVID-19 by
Canadian Immigration Issues for June, 2021
The IRCC Minister released new policy guidelines to support and assist in providing directions to those who may qualify for the vulnerable open work
Canadian Immigration Issues for May, 2021
The new TR TO PR pathway to permanent residence was very popular in the early part of MAY, 2021. The international graduates on work permit class filled up within two business days
Welcoming Tyler Koshowski
This year Tyler Koshowski will be joining Davis Immigration Law Office as an articling student. Tyler joins the firm having obtained his Juris Doctor from
Pathway to Permanent Residency for Essential Temporary Workers and International Grads
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a new program for more than 90,000 essential workers and international graduates who are actively contributing to Canada’s economy
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自2月13号的快速通道CEC类移民候选人被”大赦“后，不少计划移民加拿大的朋友来电话咨询是否应该要“入池”， 如何“入池”。 我们给出的简要回答是：“入池”要趁早； 入境有帮助。
Priority Processing for Hong Kong Residents Coming to Canada
Residents of Hong Kong wishing to live and work in Canada are eligible for special measures to support their applications. While you can find instructions and
International Experience Canada (IEC) Program Now Open
The International Experience Canada (IEC) program for youth ages 18-35 has recently opened as of March 1st, 2021 for citizens of the USA and other
Davis Immigration Law Office Offers Expert Assistance in Move to Canada
If you are considering immigration to Canada, there is no better team of legal representatives than Davis Immigration Law Office to assist you. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba,
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION ISSUES For JANUARY, 2021
The IRCC is paying attention to the negative effects of the pandemic. In a dramatic move, foreign nationals who are present in Canada as of
ArriveCAN now Mandatory for all Travelers to Canada
As of November 21, 2020, everyone entering Canada as a final destination must use the ArriveCAN app to submit travel and contact information plans for quarantine and COVID-19 symptom
STARTING OCTOBER 13 LOTTERY SYSTEM WILL ALLOW IMMIGRANTS TO SPONSOR PARENTS AND PARENTS
According to CBC News, the federal government lottery system which was to allow 10,000 spots, but was delayed by COVID-19, will be opening this month
REDUCING RESTRICTIONS FOR ENTRY OF CLOSE FAMILY MEMBERS OF CITIZENS AND PR’s OF CANADA
The IRCC announced in their twitter feed immediate lessening of the rules as to who is allowed entry into Canada. It is now the Canadian
UPDATES FROM IRCC – HELPING INT’L STUDENTS AND AGRICULTURAL WORKERS
The AGRI-FOOD PILOT will accept applications for pr visa applications from MAY 15, 2020 to MAY 14, 2023 for those in the MEAT PRODUCTION, GREENHOUSE
CITIZENSHIP APPLICATIONS AND RESIDENCY
The IRCC has just tweeted an update about those who are applying for Canadian citizenship. They comment on days spent outside of Canada as a
IMPORTANT IMMIGRATION LAW UPDATE — EXPRESS ENTRY AND APPLICATION FEES INCREASE
The IRCC has just announced the latest draw for the express entry and the lowest CRS score was only 452. It’s a good time to
LATEST DEVELOPMENTS ON WHO CAN ENTER CANADA IN LIGHT OF COVID-19
The COVID-19 virus pandemic continues to take center stage in the area of immigration law. The men and women who control our borders are very