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How can I contact IRCC directly about delays or new ... - CIC News
Jan 15, 2024 · As they move through the Canadian immigration process, many applicants may find delays in the processing of their immigration applications. While Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made headway in trying to reduce these delays, long waiting periods are often a common experience.. However, there are official routes that applicants can take to voice concerns or update IRCC ...
Visitor Visa checklist: Everything you need to apply and visit …
Feb 29, 2024 · A visitor visa is needed to come to Canada as a tourist, or on a quick trip to visit family, or do business for individuals of many countries.. Anyone who is not a permanent or temporary resident of Canada (those with a work or study permit) will need a …
IRCC announces new eligibility criteria for Post-Graduation Work ...
Jan 23, 2024 · On January 22nd, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced it is implementing changes to stabilize growth and decrease the number of international study permits for international students in 2024. Discover your options to study in Canada. To better align the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) with these changes, IRCC announced updates to the programs’ eligibility criteria.
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How many hours can you work as an international student in …
Sep 3, 2024 · Starting this fall, international students in Canada will be allowed to work up to 24 hours per week off-campus, an increase from the current limit of 20 hours. The change was announced in April by Immigration Minister Marc Miller, who stated that the new 24-hour cap “strikes the appropriate balance so students have the option to work without compromising academic outcomes.”
Facing delays in your immigration application? Here are some …
Jun 2, 2023 · When applying to work, study or immigrate to Canada, a foreign national must submit their application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). IRCC has service standards that provide the usual processing times for applications.
Canada-US to change border crossing hours at multiple ports of …
Nov 23, 2024 · The service hours for 35 land ports of entry across the Canada-US border will change starting 12.01 am local time on January 6, 2025. Travellers who frequently cross the Canada-U.S. border by road will have shorter windows during which they can cross. Schedule a Free Legal Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm These new The service hours for 35 land ports of entry across the Canada ...
IRCC updates eligibility requirements for Spousal Open Work …
Mar 19, 2024 · Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released more details surrounding changes to eligibility for Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWP).. On January 22, 2024, the department introduced several changes to Canada’s international student program.Among them, IRCC said that the spouses of international students in undergraduate and college programs will no longer be eligible for SOWPs.
Manitoba announces new pilot pathway to permanent residency
Nov 20, 2024 · On Friday, November 15, the Manitoba government announced a three-year pilot to address labour market shortages in the rural west-central region. The West Central Immigration Initiative pilot will see the province collaborate with seven rural municipalities and Gambler First Nation. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration The West-Central Immigration Initiative partners are ...