Due to a surge in asylum claims from Mexico, IRCC Minister Marc Miller has announced a policy change, effective 11:30 PM EST on Thursday, February 29, that will require some Mexican nationals to obtain a visa to come to Canada. Mexican citizens who already hold a U.S. non-immigrant visa or have held a Canadian visa […]
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Starting February 27, IRCC will accept up to 3,250 applications from individual applicants or families affected by continued conflict in Sudan. Individuals who receive permanent residence through this pathway will be exempt from the right of permanent residence fee and enjoy free settlement services. Eligibility To be eligible for this pathway, applicants must have been
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Settling in Canada is becoming more difficult. A recent poll showed that over 80%of newcomers are grappling with affordability issues. Statistics Canada recentlyreported that over a third of newcomers are spending over a third of their pre-taxincome on rent. Earlier this month, the federal government unveiled new policies to increasehousing affordability for Canadians. Deputy Prime
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Ukrainians in Canada Eligible for Permanent Resident status Following Russia’s invasion of the Ukraine in February 2022, the Canadiangovernment opened its doors to an influx of Ukrainian immigrants. The Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) allowed Ukrainiansand their families to settle in Canada for up to three years. Shortly after CUAET stopped accepting applications in
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Did you know that your criminal record may prevent you from entering the United States (US)? At Nova Terra Law we know that crossing the border can be stressful, but it does not have to be. Now at this point, you may be wondering: Let’s take a look at each of these below. What is
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What is Express Entry? Express Entry is an economic-driven immigration program by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that allows skilled workers to immigrate to Canada. If you qualify, you can be chosen to apply for permanent residency – and you may not even need a job offer! The three main federal economic programs are:
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Did you know that if you speak French, you may be eligible to live and work in Canada? As part of Canada’s initiative to promote Francophone immigration and expand Francophone minority communities outside of Québec, French speakers can now apply for LMIA-exempt work permits. This is great news because LMIA-based work permits can be costly,
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Submitting a common law sponsorship application in Canada involves detailed and thorough preparation. Here’s an overview of the key steps and considerations: Eligibility for Sponsorship First, it’s crucial to determine if you’re eligible to be a sponsor. You must be at least 18 years old and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person registered
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