Archive for the ‘Immigration Consulting’ Category

If your PR card was not received, you are still a permanent resident: the card is proof of status, not the status itself. What you need to do depends on how long it has been since IRCC mailed it, and whether you plan to travel. On this page When should my PR card arrive? My PR card never arrived: what to do Moved while waiting for your PR card? Can […]

Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) applications offer individuals in Canada a pathway to apply for permanent residence when they do not meet standard immigration requirements. Under section 25(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), officers can grant exemptions based on factors like establishment in Canada, best interests of children, and hardship upon return. 1. What is an H&C Application? An H&C application is a discretionary process allowing IRCC officers […]

Lebanon crisis measures—now closed As of August 1, 2025, IRCC stopped accepting new applications under the temporary measures for people affected by the crisis in Lebanon. Applications submitted on or before July 31, 2025 will still be processed.  Palestinian measures—extended On August 1, 2025, IRCC extended special measures that allow eligible Palestinians in Canada and certain family members to apply for fee-exempt study/work permits, TRPs, or status extensions; IRCC also […]

Where things stand IRCC has reached the 2025 cap for the Federal EMPP Job Offer and No Job Offer streams and is not accepting new federal EMPP applications. Page last modified July 21, 2025.  Earlier this year (June 12, 2025), IRCC extended the federal EMPP to December 31, 2025 with an annual intake cap (e.g., 950 under the job-offer stream). That extension remains on paper, but the 2025 cap is […]

Why Hiring a Licensed Immigration Consultant Trumps DIY for Your Canadian Immigration Journey   Dreaming of a life in Canada is a goal shared by many, drawn to its diverse culture, robust economy, and high quality of living. But as you prepare to make that dream a reality, you face a pivotal decision: should you rely on a licensed immigration Canadian consultant or attempt the Canadian immigration process yourself? In […]