Immigration Blog
Thoughtful commentary on Canadian immigration policy, program developments, and application practice.
Articles are organized by topic for easy reference and long-term use.
Latest Articles
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School-Specific Study Permits: Reading the November 2024 Regulations Carefully
Published: November 29, 2024 The November 2024 regulatory amendments changed the legal…
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Applying for a Spousal Open Work Permit from a Third Country: Status, Ties and Eligibility
Published: November 28, 2024 A spouse may be eligible for an open…
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The End of BC PNP International Graduate Invitations in 2024: Lessons from a Moving Program
Published: November 27, 2024 The final 2024 invitation activity for British Columbia’s…
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Changing DLIs After November 2024: When a Student Must Wait for a New Study Permit
Published: November 18, 2024 Canada’s November 2024 rules made a change of…
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Police Certificates from China: Why the Document Type and Local Procedure Matter
Published: November 11, 2024 For Canadian immigration purposes, “a police certificate from…
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