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If you’re an international student studying in Canada or planning to study there, understanding the rules surrounding your study permit and work eligibility is crucial. Starting this September, international students will be permitted to work up to 24 hours a week off...

For those seeking to immigrate to the United States to be reunited with their loved ones, the family green card remains one of the most effective pathways. This immigration option allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to sponsor certain family members to...

Stateless individuals are people who do not hold citizenship in any country. As a result, these people often lack basic rights and protections that citizens typically enjoy. This group includes: Those born without citizenship Individuals whose countries have dissolved...

For many people with ties to both the United States and Canada, the prospect of holding dual citizenship is appealing. But what exactly does dual citizenship entail, and can you hold citizenship in both the US and Canada simultaneously? Understanding Dual Citizenship...

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 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...

(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...

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...

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...

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...