In an effort to address labour market shortages, Canada introduced a temporary public policy that allowed certain H-1B visa holders in the United States to apply for an open Canadian work permit. The initiative provided an alternative pathway for highly skilled professionals who were affected by the H-1B cap limit...

The government of Canada is preparing a new pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants who have established strong ties within the country’s workforce and communities. Immigration Minister Marc Miller acknowledges the estimated 300,000 to 600,000 individuals residing in Canada without official docum...

In an effort to facilitate travel to Canada, the government has announced an expansion of visa-free access to a range of new countries. The electronic travel authorization (eTA) program, which allows visitors to enter the country without a traditional visitor visa, will now be available to an additional 13 nations...

If you need to renew your Canadian passport quickly, you can choose an expedited service. This faster option usually costs an extra fee. You can also use an online service to help with the renewal process. This page guides you through the steps and makes the application easier. Who Is Eligible for Expedited Canad...

(Important Notice: The COVID-19 travel measures, testing requirements, and quarantine mandates described in this article are no longer active. Effective October 1, 2022, the Canadian government removed all COVID-19 entry restrictions for all travellers.) Since the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the global co...

Canada's Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, Marc Miller, has announced significant changes to the visa requirements for international students. These changes are designed to ensure that international students are financially prepared for life in Canada. Key Changes Increased Financial Requirem...