Category: Permanent Residence
Canada’s Economic Immigration Opportunities in 2025
Canada’s economic immigration system continues to be a global leader in selecting skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and innovators who contribute to the country’s prosperity. The 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan reinforces economic immigration as a foundational pillar, accounting for nearly 59% of all permanent residents admitted in 2025—with a focus on matching labour market needs and spreading…
Business Immigration Update 2025
Canada remains one of the world’s most attractive destinations for business immigration, welcoming innovative entrepreneurs and self-employed individuals from around the globe through streamlined federal programs and promising new opportunities in 2025. With a dynamic economy, supportive government policies, and access to North American markets, immigrating to Canada as a business owner offers unique benefits…
Accompanying a Canadian Spouse | Residency Obligation
If you have read the IRCC Help Center Q&A “Can my time abroad count toward my permanent resident status? (canada.ca)”, then you might want to know whether the information on accompanying a Canadian spouse while traveling abroad applies to you. Consistent with section 28 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, SC 2001, c 27…
Immigration Levels Plan
Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025 Since November 1st, 2022, the Government of Canada is increasing its ambitious immigration levels plan by welcoming 465,000 new immigrants in 2023, 485,000 in 2024 and 500,000 in 2025 – primarily, through Economic and Family Sponsorship Programs. The benefits of immigration lie in balancing the effects of a greying nation while strengthening…
Alberta PNP Is Presenting Its Online Portal
On October 1, 2020, the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) will introduce its new online portal to meet Alberta’s future labour market needs and maintain long-term economic growth. Outlook Education Employment Occupations in demand Albertan Online Portal Candidates will be able to complete and submit electronic applications to the Government of Alberta via the online portal. The new system will allow for…
The IRB resumes “pre-COVID” in-person hearings
Since early May 2020, the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) is transforming its operating model. The IRB revised its processes by: 1. deciding less complex refugee claims without a hearing; 2. allowing virtual hearings; and 3. adjusting in-person hearing practices based on public health policy. COVID-19 has had a significant impact on our operations, and has required us to rethink our processes, approaches and…
Spousal Open Work Permit Policy in Canada
The Canadian Government considers family reunification a core immigration priority. Consequently, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) established the spousal open work permit pilot on December 22, 2014. The pilot was set to expire on July 31, 2020. Today, IRCC released its program delivery update. The notice followed on July 30, 2020. The Immigration Department extended the open…
Alberta Plan – Immigration to Alberta
Alberta’s Plan for Recovery On June 29, 2020, Premier Jason Kenney and Minister of Finance Travis Toews announced details on the Alberta plan for economic recovery during the news conference. The plan consists primarily of creating jobs, building infrastructure and diversifying Alberta’s economy. “Altogether, this plan represents a bold statement of confidence in the future…
Alberta immigration policy will change due to pandemic
Premier Kenney shared some ideas on upcoming Alberta immigration policy changes in the Facebook live session (video: starting at 39:00) of May 20, 2020. In light of travel restrictions and economic recession, the province cannot welcome many newcomers anymore. Consequently, he encourages employers to hire Albertans first. Yet, the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP), an economic immigration program, is still accepting and processing…
Spousal Sponsorship in Canada – Coronavirus
Intake of Spousal Sponsorship Applications During the coronavirus pandemic Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to accept applications for spousal sponsorship and permanent residence but processing may be delayed. “Offices in the Centralized and Domestic Networks will continue to process permanent residence applications where the principal applicant is in Canada and has overseas dependants, taking into account the…