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16-December-2024

Canada’s Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) is a cornerstone of the country’s family reunification and immigration strategy. Designed to allow spouses or common-law partners of certain temporary residents to work while staying in Canada, the SOWP...

10-December-2024

Canada’s Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) is a lifeline for individuals waiting for a decision on their permanent residency (PR) application. It ensures they can legally continue working in Canada during the interim period, maintaining both...

03-December-2024

Canada’s Express Entry system has introduced category-based immigration draws to attract highly skilled professionals, with the French-language category standing out as one of the quickest paths to permanent residency. With 30% of Invitations to Apply (ITAs)...

04-November-2024

Get ready for a new opportunity with Alberta.   As of September 30, 2024, Alberta rolled out a new Expression of Interest (EOI) system for its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). This fresh approach is set to...

28-October-2024

Starting November 1, 2024, significant adjustments to Canada’s Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility will take effect.  These changes are designed to better align PGWP holders with labor market demands, ensuring that graduates from high-demand sectors can...

22-October-2024

Canada has introduced a Study Permit Pilot Project to reduce delays in judicial reviews of rejected study permits. Launched on October 1, 2024, the project aims to cut down the processing time from the typical 14-18...

23-September-2024

Canada offers a comprehensive Family Sponsorship Program, allowing Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor family members to live permanently in Canada. This program is part of Canada's broader family reunification initiative, which prioritizes bringing families...

16-September-2024

Following a previous post on the impact of NOC on your chances of getting invited to apply for Canadian permanent residency. Today, this post will guide you in finding your correct NOC and understanding your NOC...

10-September-2024

Canada offers several lesser-known pathways to Permanent Residency (PR) that cater to specific needs and circumstances, making them great options for individuals who might not fit into the more traditional immigration streams. 1. TEER 4 &...

26-August-2024

National Occupational Classification (NOC) can impact your Express Entry profile especially with the new category-based draws. What is NOC? National Occupational Classification is Canada's system for classifying jobs based on the type of work a person...

07-August-2024

When navigating the Canadian immigration system, age plays a crucial role, particularly within the points-based immigration system used by programs like Express Entry. For older applicants, age can be a significant factor in their overall points...

16-July-2024

Canadian immigration policies are continuously evolving in response to new governmental strategies, economic needs, and global developments. Here are five significant changes in the Canadian immigration policy that you should be aware of: International Student Program...

02-July-2024

Canada is calling caregivers! The latest updates from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have made it easier than ever to move to Canada and gain permanent residency (PR) right when you arrive.  Why? you might...

17-June-2024

Relocating to Canada: Single vs. Family Relocating to Canada can be a thrilling journey, full of new opportunities and experiences. Whether you’re making this move alone or with your family, it’s important to understand the financial...

11-June-2024

Ever had this question on your mind?  or you are shocked to see this as one of the queries we encounter, whether it is possible to "buy" Canadian permanent residency. We must say, this question stems...

03-June-2024

Did you know it is totally acceptable with Canadian immigration to have dual intent?   What is Dual Intent? Dual intent refers to the principle that an individual can have two intentions when applying for a visa...

23-May-2024

In the previous weeks, we have been addressing Permanent Residency pathways to Canada and this does not end without us talking about how to study in Canada and later become a Permanent resident After All this...

15-May-2024

Some people are still of the opinion that you need to have a job offer before you can secure Permanent resident status in Canada especially people in the skilled worker category. If you have read our...

24-April-2024

Embarking on the journey towards permanent residency in Canada is an exciting one, but it often comes with a myriad of choices and decisions to make. Two popular pathways for achieving this goal are the Express...

16-April-2024

1. Closed Mindedness about the provinces. One common mistake that prospective immigrants often make is being overly fixated on a particular province when considering their relocation to Canada. Many individuals tend to gravitate towards well-known provinces...

11-April-2024

The answer to this is not a straightforward answer, as it depends on several factors such as Province you live in, the pathway through which you entered Canada, the type of occupation, age, the level of...

02-April-2024

Are you considering migrating to Canada? Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) accepts the Pearson Test of English (PTE) among other English exams. One crucial aspect of immigration requirements is proving your proficiency in English. You...

16-February-2024

Hi, It's Bukky Wonda here! In January, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced that the Government of Canada would set an intake cap on international student permit applications for two years. Since this is a big development...

08-February-2024

Reflecting on my recent trip through Kenya as part of the #Shirah2Africa tour, I can’t help but feel grateful for the experience and excited for what’s ahead. The Kenyan leg of the #Shirah2Africa tour took me...

25-January-2024

Introducing Shirah's Predictive Calculator To compete globally and bring tech innovations in the immigration space to our users, Shirah has evolved into a full tech startup pioneering groundbreaking Canada immigration solutions. To do this, we’ve built...

24-January-2024

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