For thousands of Haitian nationals already in Canada, the government’s decision to extend Canada’s fee-free immigration support for Haitian nationals comes as a vital lifeline. With Haiti’s security situation worsening over the past year, Ottawa confirmed that these special measures will remain in place beyond November 20, 2025, allowing eligible individuals to apply for study...
Canada’s Start-up Visa (SUV) program is evolving to better support entrepreneurs. As of October 3, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will allow eligible SUV applicants to obtain open work permits while their permanent residence applications are being processed. This change removes the previous requirement for employer-specific work permits, providing greater flexibility for entrepreneurs...
On July 2, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced a groundbreaking public policy aimed at enhancing opportunities for Hong Kong nationals seeking permanent residence in Canada. This new policy allows eligible applicants and their families to apply for open work permits, exempting them from the usual requirement under paragraph R200(1)(c). This move signifies...
