Janice Rodrigues

Three Canadian provinces have issued candidates invitations to apply for their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) this week. The PNP was introduced in 1998 to spread the benefits of immigration across Canada. It does so by sharing responsibility for immigration between the federal governement and provinces and territories. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian

If you have a criminal record, you may not be allowed to enter Canada. Only Canadian citizens have a right to enter Canada. Without Canadian citizenship, Canadian authorities may deem that you are inadmissible on account of criminality. Schedule a Free Legal Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm If inadmissible on account of your

Foreign nationals may be eligible for an LMIA-exempt work permit if hired by one of eight Canadian companies, largely based in the tech sector. Earlier this month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced a new work permit under the Innovation Stream. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm The

If you’re thinking about immigrating to Canada through an Express Entry program, understanding the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) can be a huge advantage. In 2023, Canada issued 110,266 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Permanent Residence (PR) through its Express Entry system, between its first and last draw of the year. According to its Immigration Levels

A good winter jacket is one of the most important purchases you’ll make as a newcomer to Canada. Canadian winters can be harsh, with temperatures regularly dropping below 0°C, accompanied by freezing rain and chilly winds. Moving to Canada? Sign up for our special newsletter! So, if you’re preparing for your first winter in Canada,

Changing the principal applicant you use for Express Entry can boost your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA). The Express Entry system selects candidates with the highest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores. CRS scores are determined by factors like age, education, language proficiency, work experience, and family ties to Canada. If you and

Providing incorrect information on your immigration application – even unintentionally – can put you at risk of misrepresentation. Misrepresentation is a legal term in Canadian immigration. It refers to providing information to the Government of Canada that is both: untrue, misleading, or incomplete; and could cause an error in applying immigration law to the particular

Being eligible for a category-based selection draw could make all the difference to Express Entry candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores below 500. That’s because the CRS score for both the general and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draws have not dipped below 500 throughout 2024. Get a Free Express Entry Assessment In contrast, the

Today, Jean-François Roberge, the Quebec minister of immigration, announced the details of the Quebec Immigration Plan for 2025. According to the latest announcement, the province plans to stay on course with its annual plans for permanent immigration, set at 50,000. For 2025, the province aims to admit between 48,500 and 51,500 immigrants. Discover if You

The 2025 International Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous will be held in Vancouver from July 3-6 next year. If you’re considering attending, but have had previous altercations with the law, it’s best to start planning your visit to Canada as soon as possible. This year’s event will mark the 90th anniversary of the birth of A.A.