IRCC reducing Spousal Open Work Permits by more than 100,000 over the next three years

During a recent announcement regarding changes to Canada’s temporary resident programs, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced several significant changes to the eligibility criteria for Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWPs). On September 18, Minister Miller noted that the department will be introducing further limits on SOWP eligibility for spouses of students in doctoral and certain master’s … Continue reading IRCC reducing Spousal Open Work Permits by more than 100,000 over the next three years