In these instructions, “officers” refers to employees of both Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). These instructions should be reviewed in conjunction with the following: Labour market impact assessments (LMIAs) LMIA review Decision-making: Standard of review and making a reasonable decision “Work” is defined in the Immigration and…
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Ottawa, June 25, 2025—As part of changes to the International Student Program, a new requirement was introduced in 2024. To be eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP), international students in non-degree programs (programs other than bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degrees) must complete a program in an eligible field of study linked to jobs in…
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On this page From the Minister Plans to deliver on core responsibilities and internal services Core responsibility 1: Visitors, International Students and Temporary Workers Core responsibility 2: Immigrant and Refugee Selection and Integration Core responsibility 3: Citizenship and Passports Internal services Planned spending and human resources Spending Funding Future-oriented condensed statement of operations Human resources…
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WASHINGTON – Since U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services published new guidance on issuing Notices to Appear (NTAs) on Feb. 28, it has initiated removal proceedings against more than 26,700 aliens with no legal basis to remain in the country. The guidance is in response to President Trump’s Executive Order Protecting the American People Against Invasion.…
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