Some international students who receive an education in Ontario have difficulties in applying for a permanent residence under either experienced class or skilled workers category. Well, they might consider relocating to Manitoba. The first step would be to search
How to make winning submissions for pre-removal risk assessment cases.
Under Canadian law, any foreign national, whether they are unsuccessful refugee claimants or visitors, have rights their situation be assessed for risk to life, if they face deportation. We had a client who initially was recognized as a convention refugee,
Common mistakes on Sponsorship applications for parents
These are some of the most common mistakes I have encountered in sponsorship applications for parents, which are very easy to avoid. The most common mistake, which leads to the refusal of these types of application, is the lack or
Immigration news on provincial nominees’ programs
Nova Scotia again opens its doors for prospective immigrants who can establish their businesses in the province. This program existed before, but was closed due to the limitations of candidates. Now, the province will be opening it again and the
What is a well-founded fear of persecution in gender-related refugee claims?
Women can suffer from persecution because of their sex. Each country has specific laws related to women in terms of how women should be treated by men. The laws are sometimes based on traditions and culture in that particular country.
Gender-Related persecution in refugee claims in Canada
The UN recognizes that the general approach to refugee claims from men’s prospective would be wrong and that women, homosexuals and also men, if their claim has to be seen from a gender prospective, deserve to be assessed with the
Questions any refugee claimant has to expect while at the interview at the Canadian port of entry.
Theoretically, if one would like to make a refugee claim, they can do it in our in-land office, after arriving at the airport or any other port of entry. Practically, immigration authorities expect anyone who has intentions other than visiting
Breaking down a definition of a Convention Refugee
Who can be considered as a refugee in Canada? According to the 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, a refugee is “someone who is unable or unwilling to return to their country of origin owing to a well-founded
A Convention Refugee and Persons in Need of Protection
Under our immigration laws, in particular, under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, a person who is determined to be a Convention Refugee or a Person in Need of Protection, can receive permanent residency in Canada or granted a protection
Some key elements to consider for the appeal hearing at the IAD
Your focus when you and your counsel prepare for the hearing will depend on the type of the application, whether it is a spousal appeal (your wife/husband or spouse has been refused a permanent residency in Canada), criminal inadmissibility (a
Preparing your case for a full hearing at the Immigration Appeal Division
Most cases go straight to hearing meaning that your case will be heard and decided by the adjudicator (judge at the appeal division) and not resolved through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). ADR usually happens when the Minister’s Counsel (CBSA) is
A quick glance at the Immigration Appeal Division
A quick glance at the Immigration Appeal Division. Canadian Immigration Appeal Division is not a formal court where one has to strictly follow procedure and obey rules of evidence. It is a tribunal where a less formal system is
What information and documents does a prospective immigrant to Canada have to prepare for evaluation of their credentials?
Under new rules, the Canadian immigration authorities require a potential candidate for immigration to Canada to evaluate their foreign credentials. There are five institutions in Canada at present time which are designated to evaluate foreign diplomas and certificates. Designated meaning
Spousal relationships from the prospective of Canadian Immigration (Conjugal relationship, common-law-spouses, excluded relationships)
Some applicants in sponsorship cases often ask me: what is a spouse? Why not say “wife” or “husband”? My answer is that because, as a Canadian or permanent resident, you can sponsor not only a partner with whom you are
Obtaining a Pardon (Record Suspension) and Waiver
Sometimes, Canadian citizens and permanent residents in Canada underestimate the importance of their criminal record being formally removed from the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) database. For example, if a permanent resident did not obtain a pardon for a past
In- home caregivers’ program. Canadians who hire foreign live-in-caregivers.
Those Canadians who need to employ a foreigner as a caregiver for children (under 18 years of age), elderly (65+) or special needs family member (persons with disabilities) are required first to demonstrate that they were unable to hire a
Opportunities for business immigrants in Saskatchewan
The province is expecting to accept new applicants under business class category after completion of assessment of those applications which were received in 2014. It is a good idea for potential immigrants to start preparing their documentation (such as financial
A Pilot Project: Nova Scotia Demand: Express Entry Stream.
A potential immigrant to Canada may choose and be chosen by Nova Scotia to establish themselves in that province. The province has an agreement with the federal government to make its own decision on who is a suitable candidate for
Nova Scotia reveals a list of occupations in demand
Nova Scotia opens its gates for these professionals for immigration to the province (please note that there is no requirement to have a job offer from a Nova Scotia employer): Financial Auditors and Accountants (NOC 1111); Financial and Investment Analysts
What should you know before making a profile on Express Entry for Federal skilled workers?
You have to have a work experience under one of the occupations described in National Occupational Classification (NOC), levels 0, A or B (managerial or professional level). The minimum length of work must be one year and you have to