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CIC News The major changes to LMIA-exempt work permits in 2024 – year in review In 2024, the Canadian federal government made major changes to LMIA-exempt work permits. This article will review the most significant changes impacting foreign nationals seeking to work in Canada, excepting under the Labour Market Impact Assessment-based Temporary Foreign Worker Program…
CIC News IRCC introduces new LMIA-exempt work permit for select tech companies in Canada IRCC has introduced a new work permit under the Innovation Stream of the International Mobility Program (IMP). The Innovation Stream is one of the four pillars of this Tech Talent Strategy, which was launched in 2023 to attract skilled talent to…
CIC News Maintained status: What do I need to know? If your current permit is expiring and you wish to remain in Canada past its expiration date, you may be able to remain in Canada under maintained status. Maintained status enables you to stay in Canada under the conditions of your expired permit until Immigration,…
CIC News Deadline extended for out-of-status construction workers in the GTA seeking pathway to permanent residency The temporary public policy to further facilitate access to permanent resident status for out-of-status construction workers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has recently been extended. The public policy will now run until December 31, 2024, or until it…
CIC News B.C. act to streamline foreign credential recognition comes into effect July 1 British Columbia’s International Credentials Recognition Act will come into effect on July 1. The Act makes several changes to how international credentials are recognized in the province and streamline the process for applicants. Specifically, it removes Canadian work experience requirements, language…
CIC News IRCC ends flagpoling services for PGWP applicants As of June 21, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that foreign nationals are no longer able to apply for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) at their Canadian port of entry (POE). This change is effective immediately. Immigration Minister Marc Miller says this measure…
CIC News What is a Port of Entry letter? Port of Entry (POE) letters are documents that some foreign nationals may receive if they have been permitted to enter Canada as a temporary resident (TR). POE letters may be provided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to foreign nationals who are approved for any…
CIC News Some citizens of Mexico now require a visa to visit Canada In response to an increase in asylum claimants from Mexico, Canada now requires some Mexican nationals to obtain a visitor visa to enter Canada temporarily. This change is effective as of February 29, 2024. Previously, all Mexican citizens were eligible to receive…
CIC News How do I replace a lost, stolen or destroyed Canadian immigration document? Replacing a lost, stolen or destroyed immigration document requires Canadian newcomers to submit an application for a Verification of Status or Replacement of an Immigration Document. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has a specific process for replacing immigration documents that…
CIC News Why your study or work permit may only be valid for part of your program or employment contract Considering the importance of permit validity and expiration for all newcomers to Canada, this article will help foreign nationals understand why the permit they receive may not be valid for the full length of their…