Changes to the Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA) for Venezuelans
Ottawa, October 9, 2024—Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced important changes to the Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA) process for Venezuelan nationals, responding to the worsening conditions in Venezuela following the disputed presidential elections on July 28, 2024. These changes are designed to offer additional protection to those who may face heightened risks if […]
Major Changes in PGWP Eligibility Criteria
The Government of Canada has introduced significant changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Program, which directly impacts international students who want to work in the country after completing their studies. Starting on November 1, 2024, new eligibility requirements will take effect, designed to better align job opportunities with the needs of the Canadian labor […]
Simplified Medical Examination Requirements for Immigrants in Canada
Ottawa, October 4, 2024 — Immigration to Canada has become more accessible thanks to the recent extension of a temporary public policy by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This measure allows certain low-risk foreign nationals currently in Canada to benefit from an exemption from an additional immigration medical examination (IME) when submitting their application. […]
Canada Speeds Up Reviews of Rejected Study Permits.
For many international students, receiving a rejection on their study permit application can be devastating, especially when it disrupts their academic plans in Canada. However, starting on October 1, 2024, Canada has implemented a new pilot project that promises to change the landscape for those seeking a second chance through the judicial review of their […]
NEXUS Card: The Fastest and Safest Way to Travel to Canada and the U.S.
Would you like to cross the border between Canada and the United States more quickly and without complications? The NEXUS card is the perfect solution for frequent travelers who want to minimize wait times and streamline procedures at border crossings. What is the NEXUS Card?The NEXUS card is a binational program designed to facilitate the […]
Pension alternatives in Colombia
Colombians living abroad We invite you to participate in these informative talks on the existing pension alternatives in Colombia, as a complement to the pension system in Canada to facilitate decision-making on the family economic plan. These will be held by videoconference and the topics that we will mention in this article. Dates: Talk #1: Wednesday, […]
Free bilingual school in Calgary
These Catholic schools are part of the Calgary educational system and provide free bilingual education to children residing in the province. Learn about the requirements and documentation for registration at the following link https://stmargaret.cssd.ab.ca/district-st-john-reception
Alberta Immigration for Tech Workers
Faced with the labor shortage in Canada, each province is constantly devising new strategies and adapting programs to attract more skilled labor and give them the opportunity to settle permanently in Canada. Today we want to tell you about the program by which Express Entry candidates who work in the technology field may be eligible for expedited processing in the […]
Public policies for granting permanent residence to foreigners in Canada
Once again, Canada shows us its intentions and objectives regarding immigration, seeking strategies to grant permanent residence to those foreigners who are currently contributing to the country’s economy. This April 12, 2021, Canada announced its new public policies oriented at supporting and helping the development of communities, through the granting of permanent residence to temporary […]
What are the work experience requirements for Express Entry?
In the first place, it is important to know which are the trades considered “qualified” for the three streams of Express Entry, which are determined according to the National Occupation Classification (NOC) system. According to the website https://www.canada.ca/, the groups are those described below: Skill type 0 (zero): management jobs, such as: Restaurant managers Mine managers Coast captains […]