by Nwando Oranye | Feb 26, 2024 | Immigration Blog
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has temporarily suspended Alberta Opportunity Stream applications until further notice. Applications submitted before the pause will continue to be assessed. The AAIP remains committed to ensuring the successful...
by Nwando Oranye | Feb 26, 2024 | Immigration Blog
As of February 15, 2024, the Government of Canada implemented changes to the post-graduation work permit program (PGWP). From this date forward, students who have completed a master’s degree program, even under two years, can qualify for a 3-year PGWP, provided they...
by Nwando Oranye | Feb 26, 2024 | Immigration Blog
Housing Minister Sean Fraser reportedly ignored warnings that increasing work hours for international students could lead to integrity issues and increase housing costs. Fraser defended the decision, citing housing challenges students face and the need for workforce...
by Nwando Oranye | Feb 23, 2024 | Immigration Blog
According to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), most individuals who received deportation notices in Canada from 2016 to May last year are still in the country. Of 14,609 people issued with these notices, 9,317 remained in the country, raising concerns about...
by Nwando Oranye | Feb 23, 2024 | Immigration Blog
Public servants warned in 2022 that allowing international students to work more than 20 hours a week could distract them from their studies and affect temporary foreign worker programs. This was noted when Ottawa considered waiving the restriction on off-campus work...
