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CANADA – Changes to open work permits for family members of temporary residents.

January 17, 2025

The Government of Canada is updating the eligibility criteria for open work permits (OWP) for family members of international students and foreign workers. 

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CANADA – Flagpoling is targeted under changes to work and study permits.

January 6, 2025

Canada's recent immigration policy updates bring significant changes to work and study permits, effective December 23, 2024.

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CANADA – Express Entry system revamp: What employers need to know.

January 6, 2025

Canada has announced changes to its Express Entry system to tackle fraud and ensure a fairer immigration process.

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CANADA – Changes to multi-entry visa issuance.

November 18, 2024

IRCC officers are empowered to use discretion in deciding whether to issue a single-entry or multiple-entry visa and in determining the validity period.

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CANADA – A reduction in immigration numbers is targeted for 2025-2027 

October 29, 2024

Reductions in both permanent and temporary resident annual targets. The plan includes controlled targets for international students and foreign workers.

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CANADA – Work-permit instructions for intra-company transferees have been updated.

October 11, 2024

The updates are aimed at enhancing clarity and streamlining guidance for officers processing ICT applications.

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CANADA – CUFTA International Mobility Program Work Permits

July 16, 2024

Recent updates to CUFTA have impacted immigration procedures falling under the International Mobility Program.

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CANADA – Updated Travel Information for Mexican Citizens

March 4, 2024

Starting February 29, 2024, Mexican citizens with a valid US non-immigrant visa or previous Canadian visa can apply for an electronic travel authorization (eTA) when traveling by air on a Mexican passport.

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CANADA – Update to Post-Graduation Work Permit Program

February 20, 2024

Starting February 15, 2024, students who have graduated from a master’s degree program, even if it is less than two years, are eligible for a three-year PGWP if they meet all other eligibility criteria.

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CANADA – Clarification of Requirements for Digital Nomads

February 8, 2024

IRCC has clarified requirements that could affect a "digital nomad" who wishes to enter and reside in Canada.

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