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Expiring PGWP and new application for Open Work Permit
As of April 6, 2023, those who are currently or formerly on a Post- Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) could be eligible for an 18 month Open Work Permit. Those who wish to apply will have until December 31, 2023. The benefit for this Open Work Permit is that it grants the...
US Congress reauthorizes EB-5 Regional Center Program and raises the minimum investment to $800,000
US Congress passes the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, reauthorizing the EB5 Regional Center Program through September 30, 2027, increases minimum EB-5 investments, and sets aside part of the annual EB-5 immigrant visa quota for investment in rural areas, high...
Pilkington Immigration Law partners with EmpoweredProfessionals – An online career platform for job seekers to find employment faster in Canada!
(Guelph, ON) - Traditional methods of searching for a job through word resumes are becoming redundant due the highly competitive nature of the job market in recent times. EmpoweredProfessionals offer the ‘Online Career Linkz Platform’ for Job Seekers in Canada to find...
Canadian Immigration Opportunity for 90,000: International Graduates, and Temporary Workers
Guelph, ON - The IRCC has announced that on May 6th, 2021 a new pathway to permanent residency opens up, allowing 90,000 applications under 3 streams: 20,000 applications for temporary workers in health care; 30,000 applications for temporary workers in other selected...
Express Entry score requirements remain low
By Staff: (Guelph, ON) - After the February 13, 2021 draw invited all candidates in the Express Entry pool - some as low as 75 points - the Express Entry pool remains wide open as another 5,000 candidates were nominated on April 1, 2021, with some as few as 432 points...
NEW! Pilkington opens Brampton Office
By Staff: If you are looking for an immigration lawyer in Brampton and surrounding area, look no further than the Pilkington Law Firm. We offer local representation to clients who are facing a range of immigration issues. When you work with us, a member of our staff...
Express Entry draw nominates every Canada Experience Class candidate
(Ottawa, ON) - Canada’s immigration department nonimated every single person in the Express Entry pool who was eligible for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) was invited to apply for permanent residence on February 13. In total, 27,332 CEC candidates to apply, which...
Canada offers pathway to work permit and residency for Hong Kong citizens
(Ottawa, ON) - Minister Mendicino announced that Hong Kong residents will be able to apply for new open work permits beginning on February 8, 2021. Valid for up to 3 years, these permits will allow Hong Kong residents to gain valuable employment experience and make...
Post graduate work permits extended additional eighteen months
Guelph, ON - International students studying in Canada, or those who have completed their studies and are working on post-graduate work permits, received great news this week from Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The government announced that...
IRCC announces special path for refugee claimants in healthcare field
By: Immigration, Refugee & Citizenship Canada Recognizing the considerable contribution and sacrifice health-care workers have made in Canada throughout the pandemic, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...
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