The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that took place or were announced over the last two weeks.
• CIC to Launch New Federal Skilled Trades Program in January 2013
Starting January 2, 2013, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) will begin accepting applications for a new Federal Skilled Trade program designed to facilitate the entry of overseas skilled tradespersons into the Canadian workforce. >>Read more…
• Canada Ranks High for Immigrant Integration
A recent study by the Migrant Integration Policy Index has ranked Canada as the third best country in the world for immigrant integration. >>Read more…
• Canada to Introduce New Asylum System
On December 15, 2012, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) will be introducing a new asylum system designed to overcome the limitations and vulnerabilities of its predecessor. >>Read more…
• Report Says Canada Should Boost Immigration Levels in 2014
An internal government review has revealed suggestions to begin raising Canada’s immigration targets beginning in 2014. >>Read More