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Can You Get an E-2 Visa Without Investing?
Understanding the E-2 Essential Employee: What It Is and Who Qualifies Most people associate the E-2 visa with investors launching or buying a business in the U.S. Yet what’s less commonly known is that certain employees of E-2 businesses can also qualify, even if...
Canadian Express Entry Cost Increased for Some Applicants: Who’s Affected and What to Do Next
If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada through the Express Entry system, it’s important to be aware of a recent update that affects your eligibility. On July 7, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) raised the minimum funds required to apply...
Now’s the Time: What to Know About the EB-5 Green Card Before it Changes
The EB-5 green card is a United States immigrant visa that offers permanent residency to foreign nationals who make a qualifying investment in a U.S. business. Created to stimulate the American economy through job creation and capital investment, the EB-5 program...
Teaching in Canada: New Opportunities Through Education Visa Programs
Canada has declared education one of its most critical sectors for economic growth in 2025. With a growing demand for qualified teachers, the federal government has expanded pathways for internationally trained educators to join Canadian classrooms. For those...
Canadian Immigration Refusals are on the Rise in 2025
Those applying for a Canadian visa, permit, or permanent residency in 2025 are facing a higher rate of refusals than in previous years, with many rejections linked to administrative issues within Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Recent reports...
U.S. Travel Ban: What Immigrants, Visa Holders and Families Need to Know
On June 4, 2025, President Trump signed a proclamation implementing a comprehensive U.S. travel ban affecting nationals from 19 countries. The 2025 immigration restriction took effect on June 9, 2025, impacting travellers, immigrants and their U.S.-based families....
Manitoba Offers New Opportunities for Skilled Workers Through Strategic Recruitment
On April 17, 2025, Manitoba’s Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held a new selection round focused on attracting international talent to meet the province’s labor market needs. This draw targeted skilled worker visa candidates currently living outside of Canada and...
Navigating Student Visa Uncertainty in the United States
For many international students, studying in the United States is a valuable opportunity to pursue world-class education and expand future career possibilities. However, the path to doing so through a student visa has become more uncertain in recent months. Policy...
What to Know About Recent Changes to the LMIA Work Permit Process in Canada
For those looking to work in Canada, understanding the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process is key, especially with several new changes now affecting the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). These updates could impact how and when foreign workers are...
Canada Visitor Visas Limited to Three Purposes as of May 2025
Canada has recently introduced major changes to its visitor visa system, narrowing the scope of approved reasons for entry. As of May 2025, Canada visitor visas will only be issued for three specific purposes: tourism, business, and family visits. These changes are...
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