Immigration

In 1967, Canada became the first country in the world to introduce an objective points system to welcome skilled immigrants. This was done through the launch of the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP). For much of Canada’s history, immigrants were selected based on subjective factors such as their country of origin. ...

Moving to a new country may be one of the biggest decisions you will make as a family. The excitement of finally landing in a new land can quickly wear off as days go by. It can be overwhelming and stressful for couples as they navigate and adjust to the ...

On May 25, 2021, the Information Commissioner of Canada provided a Special Report to Parliament about how visa applicants are generally unable to obtain information they are seeking about immigration files, including the reasons for refusals. The Information Commissioner’s report affirms about how the refusal letters that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship ...

Every year, Toronto celebrates the city’s diverse communities at the annual Toronto Newcomer Day event. This year, activities and events to welcome newcomers will be held on May 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This important community-building annual event, held every year in May, welcomes newcomers to Toronto, provides them ...

Key advice and tips As the immigration implications of COVID-19 continue through the summer and into autumn, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website changes daily. These frequent changes have generally left most people confused. However, what has remained remarkably steady are the principles behind what makes an application strong, ...