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International students in Canada can work up to 24 hours per week off-campus. Changes to the rules as of May 2026.
Canada is suspending immigration documents for residents of Uganda, South Sudan, and the DR Congo. This measure will take effect on May 27 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.
Canada is introducing quarantine requirements for travelers from Ebola-stricken regions. The new rules take effect on May 30. Travelers who have visited the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, or…
Canada's immigration department has held its first Canadian Experience Class Express Entry draw in four weeks, issuing 3,000 invitations to apply. To be considered, candidates needed a minimum…
Beyoncé is the sixth great-granddaughter of Acadian resistance leader Joseph Broussard. You might have a common ancestor with her. Learn how to check for Canadian citizenship through a common…
Buying your first home in Canada can be daunting. Learn about mortgages and costs. Join CanadaVisa and TD Bank's webinar.
LGBTQ Americans can get Canadian citizenship certificates expedited, with some receiving them in as little as two weeks.
Canada is set to drop its visa requirement for citizens of Indonesia and Malaysia. Eligible citizens from both countries will be able to apply for an electronic travel authorization (eTA) instead of…
Canada's Immigration Department has held its second consecutive provincial nominee draw, issuing 334 invitations to apply for a visa. Candidates needed a minimum CRS score of 805 and an Express…
Prince Edward Island conducted its fifth draw of the year, issuing 114 invitations to candidates. This marks the fifth consecutive month the province has stuck to its anticipated invitation schedule.
The Alberta immigration program has invited over 1,000 candidates, including healthcare and tech professionals, and rural community-bound individuals. Assess your eligibility for the program.
In the 10th draw of the year, the province of Manitoba targeted skilled workers invited under a strategic recruitment initiative. The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invited candidates…
Americans with Canadian ancestry can apply for citizenship. Avoid mistakes that can result in the return or refusal of your application.
The Express Entry application backlog has reached an all-time low. Latest updates from IRCC show a decrease in the backlog.
Starting a business in Canada can be exciting, but it requires understanding the processes. This guide will walk you through 5 steps to plan your business.
Canada's Immigration Department has released updated processing times for temporary residence applications. Significant improvements are seen for applications from India and Pakistan, while Nigerian…
Nova Scotia has begun sending out Notices of Interest to Express Entry candidates, to connect them with employers in priority sectors. The initiative currently covers the construction and healthcare…
Canada exempts unaccompanied minors from asylum ban. New temporary policy took effect on May 19, 2026.
Canada has changed its citizenship law, making it easier to inherit citizenship by descent. This means many Americans can now become dual citizens. The changes to Canada's Citizenship Act took…
Canada's Immigration Minister, Lena Diab, has introduced updates to the immigration system. The process for applying for permanent residence is now more targeted, and temporary residence procedures…
This spring, thousands of Americans are requesting copies of official documents to prove their eligibility for Canadian citizenship by descent. Last December, Canada eliminated the generational…
British Columbia issued over 430 invitations to high-impact candidates. The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program
Newfoundland and Labrador held its fifth provincial immigration draw of the year, inviting over 180 candidates to apply.
Canadian citizens by descent applying for proof of Canadian citizenship from abroad can now undergo a simplified completeness check. New rules introduce a minimal completeness check for applications…
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its guidance for officers on LMIA-exempt work permits. Foreign professionals now have clearer rules for applying to work in Canada…
Canada has eliminated its first-generation limit on citizenship by descent. Americans are rushing to get Canadian passports. Changes to Canada's citizenship law took effect on December 15, 2025.
If you're eligible for Canadian citizenship by descent, these tips can help you speed up the process. Lawyer Ala Bujac shares 10 tips for a successful application.
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Canada has announced the permanent closure of the Four Falls Port of Entry. The port has been closed since May 2020 due to COVID-19.
The processing time for Canadian citizenship certificates has increased to 12 months. This is due to a surge in applications from American citizens.
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