For a lot of people, the mere mention of showing your finances to another person causes a lot of anxiety. Unfortunately there is no way out of it if you are interested in coming to Canada temporarily such as to travel for leisure or to attend college or university.
Proof of funds is how you show to the Canadian Immigration you have enough money to support yourself and the people you are traveling with (in the case of families). If you are coming as a student, you need to prove to the government that you have enough funds to pay your tuition and living expenses.
Due to the pandemic, a lot of schools in Canada have decided to accept Duolingo English test results with a score averaging of 115 points. Depending on the program, some schools might require a higher score on the exam. What is Duolingo? You can check their website here to learn more about them. Their best feature over IELTS is that Duolingo can be taken right in your home while IELTS has a long wait list and a lot more expensive (approx. $319 CAD).
Once again, Canada is readying itself for long-term economic growth and recovery. A new and temporary public policy was released on April 14, 2021 to facilitate the granting of permanent residence for foreign nationals in Canada, outside of Quebec, with a recent credential from a Canadian post-secondary institution. A maximum of 40,000 applications will be accepted for processing and the policy comes into effect on May 6, 2021 until November 5, 2021 or until the 40,000 cap is reached (whichever occurs first).
One of the most popular immigration pathways for Canada is the Atlantic Immigration Pilot. The Atlantic Immigration Pilot is a pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and international graduates who want to work and live in one of Canada’s 4 Atlantic Provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island.
In order to immigrate to Canada through this pathway, the first step is to secure a job offer from a designated employer from either of the four provinces (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador and Prince Edward Island), after which we will review if you will be eligible for the AHSP or the AISP categories. Please note that MVC does not assist in job placement services.
Be aware of the agency or the consultant that you choose. First off, they should be a registered immigration consultant licensed and in good standing by the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council. That way, you can be assured that they have completed the studies (and passed the exam) required in order to become an Immigration Consultant of Canada.
Canada has overtaken the United States as the most attractive destination for foreign workers, according to report on global talent from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and The Network.
In 2021, Canadian immigration is back in full force with many immigration pathways open once again. As an immigration company based in Canada, we are seeing the increased interest of individuals wanting to flee their home countries out of disappointment with their own governments of how the pandemic has been managed and are in search of better opportunities in Canada.
The International Experience Class (IEC) also known as the Working Holiday Visa is now open for 2021. Due to COVID-19, applicants must have a port of entry letter of introduction and a valid job offer from a Canadian employer. Quarantine is still mandatory as of writing this post and you must be able to start your job as soon as the quarantine is completed.
Following on from Part I of How COVID-19 Has Affected Canadian Immigration, here is Part II. If you missed the earlier update, click here to read it now.
The pandemic has been responsible for a lot of changes in almost every sector globally, with employment and communication, almost unrecognizable. While many of the changes are going to revert as soon as the situation relating to COVID gets better, other changes might be here to stay.
If you plan on immigrating to Canada, want to enroll in a Canadian university/college, or want to work in Canada, a knowledgeable immigration expert will add clarity to the process and help increase your chances of obtaining that visa. A Canadian immigration consultant is a trained, licensed professional, who through documentation and expertise in the legal processes, assists in the move from your country to Canada.
With 10 provinces and 3 territories that make up the second largest country in the world, choosing the right province in Canada (whether you will be studying, immigrating, working, or starting a business) is one of the key decisions you will have to make. For general information, facts, and social welfare programs in Canada, please click on this link.
Thinking about immigrating to Canada but don’t know where to start? We’ve rounded up the top 3 mistakes in Canadian immigration that we’ve encountered in our practice throughout the years.
As Canada is home to some of the best universities, colleges, and other learning institutions, it is one of the top destinations for studies abroad. Besides acquiring an education, studying here can open up several opportunities for you in the form of work, a better lifestyle, and permanent residence. That’s right! Applying for a student visa to study in Canada can lead to immigration as a permanent resident and opens many more doors for you while you are in Canada.
