An Employers’ Guide to LMIA Applications 

Employers LMIA

Increases in labour shortages across Canada are having a severe impact on Canada’s economy, including limiting the ability for companies to sustain and increase productivity. To address labour shortage issues, many Canadian companies are applying for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to hire temporary foreign workers.    The LMIA application process can take up to three […]

How can I Immigrate to Canada through the Provincial Nominee Program?

Provincial Nominee Program

Provinces and territories seek skilled workers to immigrate to Canada using the Provincial Nominee Program, otherwise referred to as PNP. This program is designed to attract educated, skilled workers to immigrate directly to a specific province to fill a specific labour need. Within PNP, immigrants can become a permanent resident of Canada using Base and […]

New Path to Permanent Residency for Undocumented Workers in Canada

Undocumented Workers

A new avenue to permanent resident status is in the works for undocumented workers in Canada, as a program under the federal government continues developing. This new program is meant to tackle the “underground economy” of undocumented workers living in Canada, many of whom are former legal residents who have since lost their status. There […]

What you need to Know about Sponsoring your Spouse

sponsoring spouse

Here in Canada, we are midway through the summer, which means we are reaching peak wedding season. Whether you are getting married to a foreign national, or already have a spouse who you would like to reunite with in Canada, you may need to submit a sponsorship application, so they can gain permanent resident status. Whether […]

New Canadian Fast-Track Immigration Path in the Works

Fast-Track Immigration

If you have come to Canada as a temporary worker or international student, you will be happy to learn that the Canadian Government has a new immigration program in the works. This new program will help to fast-track the immigration process for those applying for Permanent Residency from within Canada, helping the country to reach […]

5 Benefits to Becoming a Canadian Citizen

Canadian Citizen

If you have been living in Canada as a Permanent Resident (PR) you may not feel that you need to take the next step and obtain Canadian Citizenship. As a Canadian Citizen, you will be able to call yourself a Canadian, and have pride in your new country… but what other benefits are there to […]

Proposed Changes to Canada’s Express Entry Criteria

Express Entry Criteria Changes

Modifications have been proposed to Canada’s Express Entry system, which would change the way foreign workers are selected to be invited to apply for permanent residency. Under current rules, the immigration minister does not have the ability to invite candidates from the Express Entry pool based upon certain work experience, educational credentials, or language skills. […]

Top 5 Questions about Refugee Status in Canada

Refugee Status in Canada

If an individual is facing persecution in their own country, it is possible for them to gain citizenship through making a Refugee claim. However, you may wonder what requirements you must meet to be considered a refugee, and how to make a successful claim. To help you understand what it means to claim Refugee status […]

Top Questions About Working In Canada

Working in Canada

Canada is a country with a number of working and business opportunities. Whether you are hoping to start a business, have a Canadian job offer, or are simply exploring options, Brace Law would like to assist you on your path towards working in Canada. There are a number of options for those looking to work […]

Top 6 Questions about Becoming a Canadian Permanent Resident

Permanent Resident

If you have been living in Canada for some time, you may be wondering about the next steps of continuing to live in Canada. Before becoming a Canadian Citizen, prospective immigrants must obtain their Permanent Residence (PR) status. Brace Law is here to help you live in Canada, and has put together answers to your […]