Immigration Updates

ISANS announces the continuation of Settlement Online Pre-Arrival program through $13.1 million in funding from IRCC

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced $13.1 million dollars in funding for ISANS to continue its Settlement Online Pre-Arrival (SOPA) program. This groundbreaking program developed and overseen by ISANS ensures that immigrants arrive prepared for their new life in Canada.

“Our mission is to help immigrants build a future in Nova Scotia. This funding will allow us to better prepare newcomers for their arrival in Canada through SOPA’s expanded pre-arrival services, alleviating some of the stresses associated with the settlement process,” says Jennifer Watts, CEO of ISANS…

News Release: Historic multi-year immigration plan sets out highest levels in recent history

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, November 1, 2017. Growing Canada’s Economic Future           Historic multi-year immigration plan sets out highest levels in recent history November 1, 2017—Toronto, ON—For years, we’ve seen how immigration strengthens Canada by spurring innovation and economic growth, supporting diverse and inclusive communities. Today, the Honourable Ahmed … Read more

Change to Maximum Age of Dependants for All Immigration Categories

CCR, October, 2017 On 24 October 2017, the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations changed to reinstate the maximum age for a dependent child as under 22 years. (From 1 August 2014 to 23 October 2017, the maximum age was under 19 years). The CCR has prepared a about the change, particularly … Read more

Changes to Citizenship Act

On October 11, 2017, some changes to the Citizenship Act as a result of Bill C-6 become law. Here are some of the changes that you need to know about before applying for your citizenship. Physical presence You must be physically present in Canada for 3 out of the last … Read more

Immigration minister announces changes to express entry program

By Sonja Puzic, CTV, 5 June 2017 (photo by CP/Adrian Wyld).  The federal government has made some changes to the express entry immigration program, awarding more points to applicants who have siblings in Canada and those who have strong French language skills. Immigration Minister Ahmed Hussen announced the changes Monday … Read more

Canadian government to raise dependent age to 22

By Catherine Sas, Asia Pacific Post, 09 May 2017.  One of the leading immigration platforms of the Liberal government’s 2015 election campaign was to restore the age of dependent children to “under the age of 22”. The previous Conservative government had reduced the age for sponsoring dependent children to under … Read more