Did you know that there are two legally distinct types of Spousal Sponsorship applications in Canada? They are In-Canada Class and Family Class spousal sponsorship applications. Under the Canadian Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, the type of application that you choose determines whether your spouse is eligible for an open spousal work permit and whether you have a right of appeal if immigration refuses your application. As experts in the field, Esquire Canada Immigration and Education have written down vital information about both options in order to help you figure out which one works for your unique situation.

Canada hosts nearly two hundred and fifty thousand new immigrants per year. Many are economic-class immigrants, including skilled worker class, Canadian experience class, and express entry program candidates. Another great route to Canada is through the Quebec self-employed worker program.

Immigration is a key driver of Canada’s economic growth, and Canada continues to welcome the best and brightest from around the world, who help create jobs for Canadians help build the country. As we focus on accelerating our recovery, Canada will continue to be the world’s top destination for talent, capital, and jobs. Because of this, Canada has now opened three new immigration pathways for Hong Kong residents to immigrate to Canada. To help you understand these programs better, Esquire Canada Immigration and Education has explained them below.

Preparing for further studies as a student or young adult can be both a scary and exciting stage of life. There are so many options and avenues to choose from! To broaden their horizons and experience something new, many students opt to study abroad. Not only students but their parents are also very enthusiastic about sending them abroad for higher studies and better future prospects. However, applying for a study visa is more competitive than it used to be.

If you have a business idea and would like to start a firm in Quebec, Canada, you may want to consider Quebec Entrepreneur Program Stream One for immigration purposes. This program is a pathway for immigrant entrepreneurs with the ability to establish a new business or acquire and operate an existing business. Successful candidates can apply for this program with no minimum investment amount or net worth requirements. However, a carefully crafted business plan and the support of a business accelerator in Quebec are required to sustain your business idea.

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Article Written By:  Dave Waddell

Original Article Posted on:  Jun 29, 2021 

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Esquire Canada has joined the Education Partner Program (EPP) of the Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants (CAPIC) to provide more school offerings to students who would like to study in Canada.

Canada announces opening of 2 new pathways to permanent residence for Hong Kong residents

Stream A: In-Canada Graduates – Applicants completed post-secondary education in Canada in the last 3 years.

Stream B: Canadian Work Experience – Applicants have at least 1 year of full-time work experience in Canada in the last 3 years and they must also have completed post-secondary education in the last 5 years.

The Express Entry draw that took place on Feb 13, 2021, was at its historical low CRS points of 75. It invited 27,332 principal applicants to become permanent Canadian residents. 

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Original Article Posted on:   2021-01-08

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Original Article Posted on:  Jan 6, 2021

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Original Article Posted on:   2021-01-11

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Original Article Posted on:  Jan 11 

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Article Written By:  Zachary Ongaro

Original Article Posted on:  Dec 8, 2020

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Original Article Posted on:  November 10th 2020 

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Article Written By:  Nick Boisvert 

Original Article Posted on:   Nov 11, 2020

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