Reclaiming Roots: Canada’s Citizenship by Descent Expansion
Bill C-3 ends the “first-generation” limit on citizenship by descent. Discover what it means for Canadian families abroad and how to prepare for eligibility.
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Canada’s Strong Borders Act: What It Means for Your Immigration Path
The Strong Borders Act reshapes Canadian immigration rules—from new document controls to paused applications. Here’s how general skilled and family‐class applicants should prepare.
Canada’s Express Entry Draws in 2025: Why Learning French Is Your New Advantage
Express Entry in 2025 has embraced targeted draws. With French language rounds offering the lowest CRS cutoffs, here’s why now is the time to invest in learning French.
Work Permits Expiring in 2025: What It Means for Over 500,000 Temporary Residents
More than half a million work permits are expiring in 2025. Here’s what it means for temporary residents—and what you can do to stay in Canada legally.
Planning Your Canadian Immigration Pathway for You and Your Family
As a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant, my role is to explain the law, provide all available options, and outline the potential consequences of each choice, whether you pursue Plan A or Plan B. Ultimately, the decision is yours—only you know what is best for you and your family.
Expired Canadian PR Card: What You Need to Know
Wondering what to do if your Canadian PR card expires? Learn how to renew it while in Canada or apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) if you’re abroad.
Changes That Began In 2024 Continue…
Understanding the Changes to Open Work Permits (OWP) for Families of International Students and Foreign Workers in 2025
Personal Perspective – Immigration to Canada in 2025
The biggest change is that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced he intends to step down. Soon, it should be known how soon an election will be held. In my humble opinion, the Conservative party will win and will be led by Pierre Poilievre as PM and most likely Tom Kmiec as his Minister for Immigration sometime in 2025.
Have Parent Grandparent Permanent Residency Sponsorships been PAUSED?
On January 3, 2025, the Hon. Marc Miller, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, announced the temporary suspension of new applications for parent and grandparent (“PGP”) permanent residency sponsorship.