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MESIDOR IMMIGRATION NEWS & UPDATES
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Sep 17, 20223 min read
IRCC discussed the study permit backlog at a symposium
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently held a symposium to discuss the study permit backlog. The symposium...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Sep 9, 20221 min read
The government of Canada has introduced a transition period for distance learning
On August 25, 2022, the government of Canada announced that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) created a transition...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Aug 4, 20223 min read
New Instructions For PGWP-Holders And TR2PR Applicants In Canada
Canada has introduced new instructions for those seeking to obtain a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) or to become a permanent resident...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Aug 4, 20223 min read
Canadian immigration officials face increased numbers of study permit applications
In recent years, Canadian immigration officials have seen a significant increase in the number of study permit applications. This trend...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Jul 4, 20221 min read
Canada's standing committee wants open work permits for international students
The House of Commons Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration (the Committee) asked the government of Canada to issue open work...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Jul 4, 20221 min read
Canada will extend PGWPs to international graduates whose work permits have expired
Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced on June 24, 2022 that the government will extend...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Jun 13, 20221 min read
Popular study abroad destinations continue to experience visa processing delays
Students who wish to study abroad should expect longer processing times for visa applications. When compared to other years, visa...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Jun 13, 20221 min read
PGWP will not be available to international students studying at some private institutions in Qc
The government of Canada announced on June 7, 2022 that certain international graduates studying in Quebec’s unsubsidized private...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
May 21, 20221 min read
The province of Quebec reduces tuition fees for certain international students
Students residing outside of the Greater Montreal area studying in French-language institutions will enjoy a substantial discount on...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
May 3, 20221 min read
Alberta has lifted restrictions on hiring new temporary foreign workers
The government of Alberta removed all occupations on the ‘refusal to process’ list, prioritizing jobs for unemployed Albertans due to the...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Apr 25, 20221 min read
Canada takes new measures to address the labour shortage
Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), announced on April 22, 2022 that the government’s plans to...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Apr 25, 20221 min read
The province of New Brunswick has introduced two centres of excellence for international students
New Brunswick launched two centres of excellence for international students in the province’s English-language elementary, middle, and...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Apr 20, 20221 min read
Foreign students find Canada to be one of the best places to study abroad
According to IDP Connect's latest Emerging Futures report, Canada ranked first among international study destinations, with 26 percent of...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Mar 14, 20221 min read
Most international students apply to immigrate permanently in Canada after graduation
International students choose Canada not only to study, but also to immigrate after graduation. The report by Statistics Canada shows...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Mar 4, 20222 min read
New instructions for international students in Canada working on campus
The government of Canada updated instructions for international students who work on campus on March 1, 2022. According to the new...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Feb 17, 20221 min read
Global Affairs Canada offers scholarships for international students in Africa and Asia
Global Affairs Canada offers Study in Canada scholarships for foreign students of certain Asian and African countries. With this new...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Jan 25, 20221 min read
Canadian International students are a considerable part of the labour force
Statistics Canada released a study on January 18, 2022, which examines the engagement of international students in the labour market...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Jan 6, 20222 min read
Merit scholarships offered for international students by Quebec
The government of Quebec offers the Merit Scholarship program for foreign students at the university level, in technical training at the...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Jan 6, 20221 min read
The minimum wage in Ontario has increased to $15
Effective January 1, 2022, the government of Ontario has increased the province's minimum wage to $15 per hour. According to the Ministry...
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Arisnel Mesidor, M.A., RCIC-IRB
Dec 29, 20212 min read
Special processing measures were implemented for flood victims in British Columbia by the IRCC
On December 24, 2021, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) published new instructions regarding temporary special measures...
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