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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...

The process of acquiring Canadian citizenship for foreign-born children of Canadian citizens has always been a matter of significant importance and occasional complexity. A new bill recently tabled in the Canadian Parliament proposes amendments that could...

The semiconductor industry designs and manufactures critical components found in nearly every electronic device. These components, commonly known as chips or microchips, power many products, including computers, smartphones, household appliances, automobiles, and...

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...

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...