​Over 350,000 Haitian nationals residing legally in the US may be facing deportation come February 2026. Immigrating to Canada through the points-based Express Entry system may be a viable option for many US Haitian residents who possess skilled work experience. With the Canadian government prioritizing Francophone immigration, French-speaking Haitians have an added advantage under Express
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Over 350,000 Haitian nationals residing legally in the US may be facing deportation come February 2026. Immigrating to Canada through the points-based Express Entry system may be a viable option for many US Haitian residents who possess skilled work experience. With the Canadian government prioritizing Francophone immigration, French-speaking Haitians have an added advantage under Express […]

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​Accompanying family members of foreign workers and international students can receive special study permits that are not tied to a single Designated Learning Institution (DLI), authorizing these individuals to attend any school of their choice Provided that they meet certain conditions, these spouses and common-law partners can access study permits that are Provincial Attestation Letter
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Accompanying family members of foreign workers and international students can receive special study permits that are not tied to a single Designated Learning Institution (DLI), authorizing these individuals to attend any school of their choice Provided that they meet certain conditions, these spouses and common-law partners can access study permits that are Provincial Attestation Letter […]

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​International students in Canada looking to make some extra spending money may want to consider a side hustle, such as food delivery or website design. If your study permit conditions allow for it and you meet eligibility criteria, you can engage in a side hustle without needing to get a work permit. When pursuing a
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International students in Canada looking to make some extra spending money may want to consider a side hustle, such as food delivery or website design. If your study permit conditions allow for it and you meet eligibility criteria, you can engage in a side hustle without needing to get a work permit. When pursuing a […]

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​Foreign nationals seeking Canadian permanent residence through nomination by the Ontario government may soon have new pathways available to them. As a first step, Ontario’s Immigration Minister David Piccini plans to create a new talent stream under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), which he said would “recognize excellence” by providing a route to provincial
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Foreign nationals seeking Canadian permanent residence through nomination by the Ontario government may soon have new pathways available to them. As a first step, Ontario’s Immigration Minister David Piccini plans to create a new talent stream under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), which he said would “recognize excellence” by providing a route to provincial […]

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​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 6,000 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 408; and Created an
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 6,000 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 408; and Created an […]

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​Starting life in a new country may come with many questions. How to go about borrowing? What is credit? How do credit scores work? And which products may be right for you? Join CanadaVisa and TD for a live online webinar on Thursday, December 11 at 11:00 a.m. EST that introduces the basics of personal
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Starting life in a new country may come with many questions. How to go about borrowing? What is credit? How do credit scores work? And which products may be right for you? Join CanadaVisa and TD for a live online webinar on Thursday, December 11 at 11:00 a.m. EST that introduces the basics of personal […]

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​Sponsored spouses and common-law partners can apply for an open work permit (OWP) while their permanent residence (PR) application is in process, as long as they are in Canada with their sponsor and meet certain conditions. Getting an OWP for your sponsored spouse or partner both guarantees them the ability to work and gives them
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Sponsored spouses and common-law partners can apply for an open work permit (OWP) while their permanent residence (PR) application is in process, as long as they are in Canada with their sponsor and meet certain conditions. Getting an OWP for your sponsored spouse or partner both guarantees them the ability to work and gives them […]

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​For newcomers to Canada, saving and investing are important steps toward building financial security. Two popular options you may hear about are the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Both accounts offer valuable features and tax advantages, but they work in different ways. Understanding how each one operates may help
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For newcomers to Canada, saving and investing are important steps toward building financial security. Two popular options you may hear about are the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Both accounts offer valuable features and tax advantages, but they work in different ways. Understanding how each one operates may help […]

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​Most Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) have priority sectors and occupations that they target and prioritize for permanent residence (PR). If you are currently employed or have a job offer in an eligible in-demand profession, your chance of getting a provincial nomination for permanent residence rises significantly. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Provinces frequently
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Most Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) have priority sectors and occupations that they target and prioritize for permanent residence (PR). If you are currently employed or have a job offer in an eligible in-demand profession, your chance of getting a provincial nomination for permanent residence rises significantly. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Provinces frequently […]

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​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 1,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 531; and Created an
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 1,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 531; and Created an […]

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