IRCC Extends Policy Allowing Visitors with Valid Job Offers to Obtain Work Permits

Health Care Workers Permit

The policy will remain in effect until February 28, 2025. The IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) announced a public policy extension that would allow foreign nationals visiting Canada the opportunity to apply for a work permits while in Canada. This policy was first introduced during the covid-era, allowing foreign nationals the opportunity to apply […]

Canada Announces Support for Iranian Temporary Residents

Middle Eastern Iranian Temporary Resident

Several facilitative measures have been announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in support of Iranian temporary residents, permanent residents, and citizens. Through this proposed public policy, Canada is confirming its commitment to protect Iranians, and vowing to keep families together during this time of uncertainty. As it is understood that Iranians may not […]

Understanding the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Program

Northern Immigration

Positive impacts are being displayed throughout participating communities across Canada in the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Program (RNIP). This community-driven program was launched in 2019 and designed to improve the economic outlook of the community while addressing employer concerns of labour shortages in rural communities. The pilot program was designed to attract skilled foreign workers […]

Understanding Canadian Immigration Language Requirements

Language Requirements

When considering a move to Canada, whether temporary to study, or permanently to work or reside, Brace Law is dedicated to assisting you with all your Immigration Law matters, including language requirements. Understanding that Immigration procedures can be complex and confusing—and that the consequences of missing information, passed deadlines, or errors in your application are serious […]

Canadian Investment in Foreign Healthcare Workers

Healthcare Workers

Immigration Minister, Sean Fraser, aims to improve the Canadian healthcare system by unveiling a plan to invest $90 million in programs which are intended to help foreign-educated immigrants start working in the healthcare system by recognizing their credentials. Funding will support programs that recognize the international credentials of foreign trained and educated immigrants in the healthcare […]

The Canadian Experience Class

Canadian Experience Class

Temporary workers gaining work experience in Canada, and foreign students studying in Canada who are graduating from their field of study, can apply with the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for Express Entry for permanent residency. Otherwise known as the Canadian Experience Class application process, the goal of this program is to successfully transition […]

Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)

Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program

Ontario currently accepts the highest number of immigrants within Canada on a yearly basis. Foreign applicants wanting to immigrate to Ontario can benefit from the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) application process through the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Although the Government of Canada will continue to have the final say on application status, […]

Understanding Spousal Sponsorship

Spousal Sponsorship

Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 18 years of age and older, need to apply for Spousal Sponsorship to sponsor their foreign partner to live permanently in Canada. Recently the Canadian government has made changes to the Spousal Sponsorship application to make the process more efficient for applicants. These changes include a reduction in the number […]

International Experience Canada (IEC) Explained

IEC

Foreign youth between the ages of 18 and 35 can apply to participate in the International Experience Canada (IEC), which provides successful applicants the opportunity to temporarily move to and work in Canada for a period of up to 2 years.   The IEC program is hosted under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, otherwise known as […]

Foreign Workers in the Canadian Film and Television Industry

Foreign Worker Film

The Government of Canada has recognized the many benefits associated with the growth of the film and television industry across Canada, including increases within the economy, local jobs, and a development in infrastructure. Foreign workers in the television and film industry require a work permit to work on location in Canada. Work permits are divided […]