Bill S-7: Can my cell phone be searched at the border?
On March 31, 2022, the Government of Canada introduced Bill S-7: An Act to amend the Customs Act and the Preclearance Act, 2016. This bill would lower the legal standard…
On March 31, 2022, the Government of Canada introduced Bill S-7: An Act to amend the Customs Act and the Preclearance Act, 2016. This bill would lower the legal standard…
Getting a work permit could allow you to live and earn money in Canada. Before you apply for a work permit, though, you should learn about the different types. That…
The department of Employment and Social Development Canada (formerly known as "Service Canada" or "Human Resources and Skills Development Canada") has announced changes to the assessment of Labour Market Opinions…
Just because someone living in Canada has a Permanent Resident Card does not mean that he or she gets to stay indefinitely without renewing the card. In order to continue…
The Citizenship and Immigration authorities have indicated that commencing September 4, 2013, they will close the files of those who fail to attend scheduled multiple citizenship tests or interviews. Also,…
After a two-year moratorium, the immigration authorities have announced that Canadian citizens and permanent residents will again be able to sponsor their parents and grandparents for permanent residence in Canada,…
Immigration Minister Chris Alexander has released a plan for 2014 immigration levels that will see the admission of between 240,000 and 265,000 new permanent residents to Canada. Of these 63%…
The immigration authorities have issued a new proclamation limiting the occupations that can apply under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Effective immediately November 8th, 2013, the following occupations will no…
Before becoming a Canadian citizen, applicants need to take a citizenship test that asks a variety of questions about the country, its history, and its culture. Knowing some of the…
The government of Canada has re-opened the Parental Sponsorship category effective January 2, 2014. A limit of 5,000 applications will be accepted in 2014. In order to qualify to sponsor…