Category Temporary Immigration

Family reunification is one of the top priorities of the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The Super Visa allows family members to be reunited in Canada for longer periods of time.           A Super Visa is a multi-entry visa that allows a foreign national to stay in Canada for up to two years without the need to renew the TRV and may re-enter Canada over a ten-year period. 

·         Be the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.

·         Financial support. 

·         Have no criminal or immigration-related issues.

·         Meet other conditions. 

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Canada is open for business and temporary workers are an important part of the Canadian economy. There are different types of work permits available in Canada. In general, foreign workers must obtain a work permit before they can work in Canada. To qualify for a work permit, foreign nationals are required to have a job offer, with few exceptions.

Examples of some work permits are Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP), Spousal Open Work Permit,  Co-Op Work Permit, International Experience Canada, Bridging Open Work Permit & other categories.

Employers may hire temporary workers through the TEMPORARY FOREIGN WORKER PROGRAM: LABOUR MARKET IMPACT ASSESSMENT (LMIA) or the INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY PROGRAM (IMP).

The Temporary Foreign Worker Program: Labour market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is based on employer demands to fill specific jobs. It allows employers to hire foreign workers by submitting a request to ESDC to hire a foreign national to fill a job if the employer cannot fill a local and suitable candidate for the job. If the decision of ESDC is positive or neutral, showing evidence of skills shortage, then an LMIA will be issued. However, an employer is prohibited from hiring a foreign national to do the job if a negative opinion is issued.

The International Mobility Program: A work permit under this category lets employers hire foreign nationals without an LMIA and it is not based on employer demand. The LMIA exemptions are international free trade agreements, Canadian interests, non-trade agreements and federal-provincial or territorial agreements.

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Canada is home to some of the best world ranking universities and colleges.  A foreign national that wants to engage in academic, professional, vocational, or other education or training in Canada must meet the criteria and first obtain a study permit before entering Canada. Studying in Canada has many attractive benefits, for instance, working a limited number of hours on or off campus, post graduate work permit, your spouse or common-law partner can obtain open work permit and the possibility of future permanent residence. However, a foreign national with a study permit needs to comply with the conditions, actively pursuing studies; otherwise, risk being removed from Canada. 

·         A letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). 

·         Proof of ability to pay for tuition for the course or program that you intend to pursue. 

·         Have sufficient funds to support yourself and any family members. 

·         Complete biometric.

·         Be able to cover transportation costs.

·         Convince the officer that you will return to your country after the end of your program.

·         A Certificat d’acceptation du Québec (Quebec Certificate of Acceptance, or CAQ) if studying in Quebec.

·         A CIC medical examination, if required

·         Comprehensive study plan. 

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Canada is the second largest country in the world and has a lot to offer for tourism, leisure, or business. A temporary resident visa allows foreign nationals to enter and remain in Canada for a limited and temporary period. If you are planning to visit Canada for tourism, connect with a family member or friends or do business, you may require either a temporary resident visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Canada depending on your country of citizenship. 

·         Have a valid passport.

·         Pay the processing fees. 

·         The reason for coming to Canada.

·         Convince an immigration officer that you have ties in your home country.

·         Convince an immigration officer you will leave Canada at the end of your authorized stay.

·         Be in good health.

·         Have no criminal or immigration-related issues.

·         Proof that you have adequate funds to support yourself and/or accompanying family members.

·         Meet other requirements where applicable.  

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