IRCC’s November processing times: some application types see significant delays

CIC News IRCC’s November processing times: some application types see significant delays The most recent processing times for various application types have been made available by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for the month of November. Most significantly, processing times for Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) applications have increased by nearly 185% when compared to…

How newcomers can find a family doctor in Canada

CIC News How newcomers can find a family doctor in Canada Finding a family doctor is a key part of settling down in Canada for many newcomers, as having one can greatly improve short-term and long-term health. In Canada, a family doctor is your main point of contact when it comes to your health, and…

Strategies for improving your French language skills: Getting from an NCLC 5 to NCLC 7

CIC News Strategies for improving your French language skills: Getting from an NCLC 5 to NCLC 7 Reaching a Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadien (NCLC) level 7 in French, will greatly increase your chances of getting Canadian permanent residency (PR) through the Express Entry system. Obtaining an NCLC level 7 in your secondary official language…