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Canada extended temporary residence access for Ukrainian family reunification applicants
The Government of Canada has announced new measures to support Ukrainian nationals who applied through the family reunification pathway to permanent residence. Effective immediately, eligible applicants and their family members can extend their stay in Canada until March 31, 2027, while awaiting decisions on their applications. This extension allows them to apply for new or extended work permits, study permits, or temporary resident status from within Canada—even without rec
Jan 20


Canada's immigration system is at a critical breaking point
The Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association is raising serious concerns about the state of Canada's immigration framework, which appears to be buckling under systemic pressure. Rick Lamanna, a board director with the organization, points to fundamental issues beyond typical backlogs — namely, the absence of a unified national strategy and policy decisions that seem detached from ground realities. With wait times stretching past a decade in certain programs and recent propos
Jan 13


Canada extends open work permit program for temporary residents seeking permanent residency until 2026
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a significant extension to its public policy regarding open work...
Oct 7, 2025


IRCC's technology use raises concerns over unfair visa refusals among immigration professionals
Immigration lawyers and consultants are voicing alarm over apparent inconsistencies in Canada's visa application process, attributing...
Sep 23, 2025


Canada's Parents and Grandparents Program faces scrutiny for contradictory policies
New research reveals the paradoxical treatment of migrant grandparents in Canada's immigration system. While officials acknowledge the...
Aug 25, 2025


Canada increases income requirements for Super Visa sponsors
The Canadian government has implemented a 3.9% increase to the minimum income requirements for citizens and permanent residents wishing...
Aug 1, 2025


Alberta pushes back on Ottawa’s PGP expansion over strained services
Alberta’s Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade, and Immigration, Matt Jones, has criticized Ottawa’s decision to invite 10,000 new parent and...
Jul 23, 2025


IRCC to accept 10,000 applications for the Parents and Grandparents Program
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that the 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program intake will commence on...
Jul 17, 2025


Canada Spousal Sponsorship immigration will hit a record high in 2022
This year, more people are immigrating to Canada through spousal sponsorships, with a projected 8.2% increase. According to the...
Sep 13, 2022
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