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Who Needs a Visa to Come to Canada

There is a big difference between needing and not needing a visa to enter Canada. In either case, Canadian immigration authorities will have the final say at your port of entry, usually an airport nowadays, in Canada. But needing a visa means a sometimes lengthy list of requirements, as well as filling out the application…

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The Pros and Cons of Renouncing Your Permanent Residency

If your case is a routine one the process of giving up your residency can be a painless and smooth experience. However there is the possibility that the processing time can be long and drawn out if certain requirements are not met. In addition like with any major decision in your life you must consider…

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Bringing Your Jamaican Spouse to Canada

If you are a Canadian permanent resident or citizen who wishes to marry someone from another country and bring them back to Canada, you will need to be aware of the steps necessary to successfully do so. The process involves first obtaining a marriage license, which may require showing proof of your Canadian citizenship, as…

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Immigration to Quebec

So, you’re considering migrating to Canada. And you think Montreal is a great Port of Entry. But why is it that new arrivals to Quebec like yourself are moving on to other parts of Canada? Often before they’re even fully settled in the province where they first arrived.

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How to Apply for Your eTA

As of November 10, 2016, you will be required to apply for an electronic travel authorization (eTA) before you will be allowed to board a flight to Canada if you don’t otherwise need a visa. Read more for details. (Americans excepted.) If you forget to mention your criminal record, or health issues, and the Canadian…

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Immigration Phone Scams

Fraudsters posing as IRCC (formerly CIC) agents or officials phone up residents who may have or have had dealings with IRCC. For example, if you have an application pending for Permanent or Temporary Residence.

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Canadian Language Benchmark Test Nightmare

A Letter From One of Our Users: he shares his experience trying to become a permanent resident. IRCC wants him to provide French language test results, but he is a French teacher…in Canada.

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Top Mistakes when Travelling to Canada

As humans we are bound to make mistakes and as tourists to a new country, we can be forgiven the little social gaffes we make while travelling in a foreign land. However, some mistakes can be tolerated but others tend to display some level of ignorance or pure carelessness. Some travelling mistakes could cost time…

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Canada vs. Denmark – Where Should I Go?

Canada and Denmark are two countries that receive many immigrants from various countries around the world. Due to jobs, relationships, family bonds and education, people are in a constant search for happiness and better quality of life. But what do both nations have to offer in terms of concrete support to all these immigrants? And…

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Canada vs. Germany – Where Should I Go?

Canada and Germany are both nations that receive a relatively large volume of immigrants, from all around the world. Both countries are considered an attractive destination for those who seek a better quality of life for themselves and their family.

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How to Apply for Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds

Your guide to Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds appeals

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The True Top 10 Immigration Countries

Countries with the Most Immigrants When you think about where people are immigrating to, countries like Canada and Australia keep showing up at the top of destination lists. Nearly 30% of Australia’s population is foreign-born, and Canada has close to 22%. The challenges and benefits of integrating such large number of immigrants into the culture…

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