Operational bulletin 686 – December 24, 2024 (modified February 14, 2025) This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders. Operational bulletin 686 Changes to who can apply at a port of entry: Interim instructions for officers Effective date Expiry date, […]
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7146 PR invites in two Express Entry draws The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced another Canadian Experience Class Express Entry draw today, sending 7,146 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) On February 19, IRCC issued 6,500 ITAs to candidates in a first category-based round of invitations of 2025 for the French category. Also, 646 permanent residency
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Track your Canadian Citizenship Application Applying for Canadian citizenship is a significant milestone, and waiting for updates on your application can be an anxious process. Fortunately, Canada offers multiple ways to check your application status, ensuring that you stay informed about every step of the process. Understanding how to access these updates securely and efficiently is
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Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system. The department issued 646 ITAs to candidates in a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw. To be considered, candidates needed to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 750, and to have created an Express Entry
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Border security rules strengthened Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations to strengthen authorities to cancel temporary resident documents. These changes give immigration and border services officers explicit authority to cancel electronic travel authorizations (eTAs) and temporary resident visas (TRVs) on a case-by-case basis, including when a change in a person’s
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I believe anti-immigrant sentiments from USA, Europe and other domains spilled over into Canada concerns over runaway non-permanent resident (NPR) population growth especially international students were contributing to overheating housing markets. By mid-2024, these worries turned to the contribution of NPRs – particularly international students to rising youth unemployment rates. This report provides a very
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Avoid PR Delays, Follow Rules: Applying for Canada’s permanent residency (PR) is an emotional rollercoaster filled with anxiety, curiosity, and uncertainty. From submitting the application to receiving the Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR), applicants face multiple challenges, including additional document requests (ADR), medicals, biometrics, and, in worst-case scenarios, procedural fairness letters (PFLs). Knowing how to overcome these
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Canada Limits IEC Work Permits by Country: The International Experience Canada (IEC) program has announced its country quotas to issue work permits in 2025. Under the IEC, youth who are citizens of countries that have bilateral Youth Mobility Agreements (bYMAs) with Canada can receive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)-exempt work permits, including open work permits
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Concerns Over Restrictions on Family Open Work Permits: Why You Need Expert Guidance from GFK Immigration Inc. In recent months, Canada has implemented significant restrictions on Family Open Work Permits (OWPs), raising concerns among immigrants and their families. These changes have left many individuals uncertain about their ability to work while accompanying their spouses or
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Health Insurance Eases Super Visa Access: Families are stronger when they are together, and Canada remains committed to reuniting families through our immigration programs. The super visa is a multiple-entry visa that allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents to visit their family in Canada for longer periods of time: five years per
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