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A Life-Changing Success: How We Helped a Family Reunite
At our firm, we understand that immigration cases are more than just paperwork—they are about people, families, and futures. One of our recent clients came to us with an incredibly complex immigration situation, one that required a strategic approach, persistence, and...
New Open Work Permit for Foreign Workers with Provincial Support Letters
Foreign workers in Alberta, Manitoba, or Yukon may now be eligible for a temporary open work permit (OWP) under a new public policy. This work permit allows eligible workers to remain in Canada and work for up to two years. The program is designed to provide...
Canada Ends Flagpoling for Work and Study Permits at Ports of Entry
As part of Canada’s Border Plan, the Government of Canada has announced significant changes to immigration services at ports of entry. Effective December 23, 2024, work and study permits will no longer be issued to individuals who attempt flagpoling at the border....
Fridman & Co Immigration Lawyers: Your Trusted Partner in Canadian Immigration and Citizenship Law
Canada is widely recognized as one of the most immigrant-friendly countries in the world, offering a diverse range of opportunities for visitors, students, workers, and families seeking a better life. However, navigating the complexities of Canadian immigration and...
From Complexity to Success: A Client’s Journey to Permanent Residence
Securing permanent residence in Canada can be a challenging process, especially when a case involves additional complexities. One of our clients faced a particularly difficult situation that required an Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC) along with his Permanent...
Manitoba Launches West-Central Immigration Initiative to Address Rural Labour Shortages
The Manitoba government has unveiled the West-Central Immigration Initiative (WCII), a three-year pilot program designed to address labour market shortages and succession planning needs in rural west-central Manitoba. This initiative, in partnership with seven rural...
Clarification on Study Permits and Permanent Residency in Canada
Recent statements from Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, have clarified that holding a study permit does not automatically lead to permanent residency (PR) in Canada. This distinction is crucial for international students planning their educational and...
Prime Minister of Canada Acknowledges Need for Faster Action on Immigration Reforms
On Sunday, November 17, 2024, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shared a nearly seven-minute video on YouTube. Trudeau admitted that the federal government could have acted more swiftly to address challenges within Canada’s immigration system. Highlighting issues such as...
Canada Revises Visitor Visa Policies: Key Changes Effective November 2024
In a significant policy update, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revised its visitor visa guidelines, moving away from the automatic issuance of 10-year multiple-entry visas. This change grants immigration officers greater discretion to assess...
Canada will start targeting draws for skilled immigrants in 2023
As a foreign national currently in Canada or wanting to move to Canada, you may be looking at the many different pathways to obtain permanent residence status. As some of them can take a long time to process, many foreign nationals have been interested in the Express...
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