Category: Recent Immigration Updates
IRCC announces opening date of special measures for refugee claimants working in health care during the pandemic.
From December 14, 2020, Canada accepts applications for permanent residence from refugee claimants who work in Canada’s health-care…
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Canada extends international travel ban until at least January 21st, 2021
Restrictions on travel to Canada from all countries will be extended until January 21, 2021. Certain exemptions apply. Mandatory quarantines remain in place with limited exceptions.
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Measures to support Hong Kong residents, including youth, to come to Canada
On November 12, 2020, Canada announced new measures that will allow Hong Kong students and youth to quickly come to Canada on work and…
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New temporary public policy will allow visitors to apply for a work permit without having to leave Canada
As of today, August 24, 2020, visitors who are currently in Canada and have a valid job offer will be able to apply for an employer-specific work…
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Extension for temporary residents applying to restore their status
Former workers, students and visitors whose status expired after January 30, 2020, and who remained in Canada will now have until December 31, 2020, to apply to restore their status…
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