Latest Canadian Immigration News & Insights
Never miss important immigration updates and information on immigration processing and requirements. From Express Entry to Spousal Sponsorship to Study Permits, NextGen has you covered for all things Canadian immigration.
The Parents and Grandparents Program is opening in October!
After almost a one year delay and certainly a very anticipated update, the Government of Canada has announced the opening of the parental program.
Changes to Express Entry.
There has been plenty of action for Canadian Experience Class candidates (CEC) and those with provincial nominations. CEC specific draws have seen the CRS scores drop significantly for the first time since last year. Who doesn’t love a picture to show you what we mean.
April 30, 2020 - Government processing fees increase.
The new regulation will come in to effect on April 30, 2020, at 9 AM and is relevant to all permanent immigration programs. Completed applications received before April 30, 2020, will be processed in accordance with the current fee schedule.
What to expect after you submit a Spousal Sponsorship application.
A Step By Step Process of a Spousal Sponsorship Application.
How Express Entry works.
Launched in January 2015, the express entry process is one of Canada's largest economic programs for permanent residence in Canada.
Job Offer Points - Express Entry - Canada
Applicants can earn an additional 50 or 200 points if they meet all the criteria for arranged employment. These points can undoubtedly go a long way in assisting an applicant in receiving an Invitation to Apply if they are currently falling short of the current CSR cut-off.
Understanding Canadian biometrics.
Starting in the summer of 2018, the Canadian government implemented an additional level of security when you apply for a visitor visa, study permit, work permit or permanent residence. To facilitate travel to Canada, applicants between the age of 14 and 79, will be required to provide their fingerprints.