How to Sponsor a Spouse
To sponsor a spouse in Canada in 2023, you must: What Is a Spousal Sponsorship Program? Spousal sponsorship is a program in which a Canadian citizen or permanent resident can sponsor their spouse, common-law partner or conjugal partner to come to Canada as a permanent resident. The sponsor must demonstrate that they meet certain eligibility […]
Speeding Up the Immigration Process
At the time of writing, there is a widely-reported backlog of over 2 million applications which is about 1 million more in the ‘inventory’ (IRCC preferred term to ‘backlog’) than prior to the pandemic. This includes not just permanent and temporary residence immigration applications but also citizenship applications which account for about 400,000 cases. [2024 update- 2.2 […]
What is the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)?
Are you dreaming of building a new life in Canada? Whether you’re a skilled worker, a recent graduate, or an ambitious entrepreneur, Ontario offers pathways to permanent residence through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Understanding the OINP The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) is a provincial immigration program designed to help Ontario employers recruit […]
Understanding Minimum Necessary Income (MNI) for Family Sponsorship in Canada
Family Sponsorship in Canada: Reuniting Loved Ones Family sponsorship is a significant pathway for reuniting loved ones in Canada, but it comes with financial responsibilities for certain categories such as the Parent/Grandparent sponsorship category for permanent residence and the SuperVisa (allowing for temporary residence status). One of the crucial factors in sponsoring family members is […]
Updates to Canada’s Start-Up Visa Program
The Start-Up Visa (SUV) program is a pathway for entrepreneurs who wish to immigrate to Canada. It targets innovative individuals with the potential to build businesses that can compete on a global scale. Through this program, successful applicants receive permanent resident status, which allows them to establish their start-ups in Canada and contribute to the […]
Navigating Canada’s Start-Up Visa Program
Are you an entrepreneur seeking to expand your horizons and venture into the Canadian market? The Canada Start-Up Visa (SUV) might just be the perfect opportunity for you. This immigration pathway offers a direct route to permanent residency in Canada, providing a platform for both personal and professional growth. Also, if you have children who […]
Navigating Work Permits in Canada
In a globalized world, where businesses increasingly operate across borders, understanding the intricacies of work permits is essential, especially for those considering hiring foreign nationals or sending employees on short-term visits to Canada. Here’s what you need to know about work permits in Canada to ensure compliance with immigration regulations and avoid potential legal consequences. […]
Exciting News for Foreign-Trained Nurses and Doctors
Great news is on the horizon for our healthcare system and for foreign-trained nurses and Doctors. Across several Canadian provinces, regulatory barriers that have long hindered the entry of foreign-trained medical professionals are being dismantled, opening doors to a wave of opportunities. In provinces like Alberta, Nova Scotia, and British Columbia, new regulatory processes are […]
Removal Order for Criminality, stayed by the IAD based on H&C
Last week, we successfully convinced the Immigration Appeal Division (“IAD”) of the Immigration and Refugee Board to stay our client’s removal order for 2 years. Our client first came to Canada in 2016 as a Permanent Resident. He was issued a removal order by the Immigration Division for a criminal conviction he received in 2022 […]
Misrepresentation ban due to immigration consultant’s incompetent representation, removed after a successful Federal Court challenge
We are happy to report that on April 11, 2024, the Federal Court allowed our client’s appeal of a decision finding him inadmissible for misrepresentation in its decision in Singh v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2024 FC 576. Our client had submitted his application for a spousal open work permit in 2021 through a consultant, hoping to […]