Permanent residents are pushing IRCC to resume Canadian citizenship tests and interviews that have completely stopped in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some groups are asking for online versions of the test while others are requesting socially distant tests options be made available. As Canada moves to modernize its immigration system, many are left wondering…
The Canadian government is gradually reopening passport services both by mail and for in-person appointments for applicants who have urgent travel in less than 30 days. The reopening of passport services acknowledges that not all Canadians can avoid travel during the pandemic but the government is still advising Canadians to avoid non-essential travel whenever possible. …
In 2019, almost half of all invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence sent through Express Entry were to candidates who indicated India as their country of citizenship. Per the annual Express Entry report, for the last three years, Indian nationals have received the vast majority of invitations to apply (ITAs). In 2019, candidates who…
In honour of Canada Day, ITC News wanted to share some select stories from the RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant awards. These newcomers to Canada have left their mark on their new home in so many ways and what better day to honour them than on Canada Day. Sal Sabila Founder, Youth Gravity City: Toronto…
As Canadians return home amid travel restrictions, some couples are being separated because they are unable to prove they are in a Canadian common-law relationship. Earlier in June Canada relaxed travel restrictions at the U.S.- Canada border to allow immediate family members of Canadians to enter Canada. In a recent case, the couple was unable…
Canada has seen year-over-year growth in international student enrollment for the past two decades. An increase in Canadian study visa applications has meant greater rates of disapproval for applicants, even though the absolute number of permits issued has risen each year since 2015. With more candidates competing for study permits, the need to submit a seamless application the first time has never been greater.
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