How Much for Permanent Residence Application in Canada?

Effective On April 30, 2022, fees for all Canadian permanent residence applications will be increased including economic, permit holder, family sponsorship, and humanitarian classes.

In 2020, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that fees would increase every 2 years to adjust for inflation, and here you can find the updated chart for PR application fees.

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Canada Opening Two Entry Pathways for Ukrainians and Prioritizing Applications

“I am inspired by the courage Ukrainians have displayed as they uphold the democratic ideals that we cherish in Canada. While they defend themselves against Putin’s costly war of aggression, we will provide safe haven to those who fled to protect themselves and their families. Canadians stand with Ukrainians in their time of need and we will welcome them with open arms.”

– The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

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Atlantic Immigration Program in Canada Becomes Permanent!

TWA REPORT – On December 17, 2021, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the permanent launch of the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIPP)!

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Canada Loosens Travel Restrictions for Fully Vaccinated Americans

TWA REPORT – The Canadian-U.S. border has closed for over a year to most non-essential travels. Nevertheless, as of today, August 9, the federal government welcomes fully vaccinated Americans into Canada. The followings are what Americans travellers can expect at the Canadian border starting today. (more…)

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#200 Express Entry Draw | CEC invites 3000 candidates

TWA REPORT – On August 5, 2021, Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its 200th Express Entry (EE) draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) only. This is also the 15th CEC draw in 2021. A total of 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued, and the lowest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score is 404, 47 points lower than the previous round.

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#199 Express Entry Draw | PNP invites 512 candidates

TWA REPORT – On August 4, 2021, Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its 199th Express Entry (EE) draw, also its 15th Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of 2021. A total of 512 PNP candidates received Invitations to Apply (ITAs). Moreover, the draw featured a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 760 –– 26 points higher than the last PNP draw.

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Global Climate Change: Extreme Weather Could be Our New Normal

In the past decade, unwelcoming weather phenomena have gradually pronounced their presence. Recently, storms that deprived the lives of hundreds struck our nerves. Western Europe suffered the equivalent of two months of rainfall on July 14 and 15 alone. Similarly, on July 20, precipitation in Henan, China exceeded 201.9 mm (approx. 8 inches) within an hour.

While floods overran parts of the world,  Canada, western U.S., and Northern Europe underwent some unprecedented heat waves.

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PGWP Policies Adjust for Graduating Students Outside of Canada

THE COVID-19 pandemic imposed unprecedented challenge to Canada’s education landscape. Nevertheless, countless oversea students managed to complete their programs online in the past year. Considering the confusion that may arise from this particular time when students apply for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) delivered policy adjustments to the program’s requirements.

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Air Travel to the U.S. Remain Available to Canadians

Due to the raging COVID-19 pandemic, the Canada-U.S. land border have been closed over a year since March 2020. While vaccination rates are escalating in both countries, the reopening of the border has been postponed several times. As Canadians and Americans eagerly expect to reunite with their loved ones across the border, a full-reopening of the border still requires time. On July 19, the Government of Canada announced its plan to allow fully vaccinated American citizens and permanent residents can enter the country without mandatory quarantine – a measure that will take effect on August 9. While Canada welcomes the return of its neighbour, the U.S. has yet to devise any reciprocal border measures. However, despite the inability to enter the U.S. by vehicles or ferries, one means remain open to Canadians who wish to visit the U.S., and that is travelling by air.

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Meet Mary Simon — Canada’s First Inuk Governor General

MARY Simon, an Inuk from Kuujjuaq in northeastern Quebec, was sworn into office today as Canada’s 30th Governor General. As Simon took her oaths at the Senate chamber in Ottawa, she became the nation’s first indigenous Governor General. In her speech, she expressed hopes to subscribe the country with “a renewed sense of possibility” and to “bring people together” with her abilities. Simon’s appointment was a meaningful step in Canada’s reestablishment of its ties with the Indigenous Peoples, especially after excavations of remains in former residential schools. As addressed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Simon’s vision is one that Canada needs to build a stronger country.

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