Derek Shank
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Derek is Senior Manager, Content & Product at CIC News and CanadaVisa.

From his early childhood, Derek had his head buried in books, excited to explore new worlds. This curiosity led him to a PhD in English Literature, where he studied the aesthetics of Romantic Hellenism.

Derek took his love of sharing knowledge to the private sector. From financial planning, to IT research, to immigration, Derek has built his career around his passion for uncovering and communicating insights that have a positive impact on people’s lives.

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How does removing LMIA-based job offer CRS points impact Express Entry candidates?
People in corporate attire siting, waiting for a job interview.
IRCC to remove LMIA-based job offer points from Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System
New findings: newcomer entry wage growth outstripped Canadian wage growth
A man holds his wallet filled with Canadian money, in what appears to be a shoe store.
What does an immigration representative do?
Immigration representatives can help you in a number of ways.
New immigration fees effective December 1
A woman with her laptop and calculator calculating her application fees to IRCC.
Work permit options for international student graduates no longer eligible for PGWPs
International student graduates no longer eligible for PGWPs have other work permit options.
Discounts and offers for international students in Canada
A student shopping at her local grocery store for essentials.
British Columbia and Alberta invite PNP candidates
Eight reasons skilled foreign workers in the US should consider immigrating to Canada
A man smiles while looking at his laptop
Why skilled workers and international graduates in Quebec should consider Express Entry
The Quebec and Canadian flags blowing in the wind on a summer day
How to move to Canada from the US
A picture of an arrivals to Canada sign at Pearson International Airport
ANALYSIS: How this year’s Immigration Levels Plan affects the chances of success for Express Entry candidates
Canada's Latest levels plan impacts Express Entry candidates
How can my foreign employees legally work in Canada?
Options to get legal status to work in Canada
British Columbia, Manitoba, PEI, and Quebec issue invitations to apply
Four provinces have issued nominations to candidates seeking Canadian permanent residence
Canada to cut immigration by 20% in 2025
A picture of the Canadian parliament.
Quebec imposes country cap for Regular Skilled Worker Program
Historic Quebec City
IRCC to grant work permits to Yukon nominee candidates
Panoramic view of mountains and river in Yukon
IRCC releases program updates regarding Intra-Company Transferees
View of Lake Louise in Banff National Park.
Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Program now closed
A lovely picture of a wheat field and silo as the sun sets in the background.
The two biggest strategies to reduce Canadian income taxes on capital gains
Stack of Canadian currency
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