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Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers

Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers

Temporary foreign workers in Canada who hold a work permit tied to a specific employer and who are victims of violence, or at risk of becoming victims, in the course of their employment in Canada, may be eligible for an

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The obligations of the employer

The obligations of the employer

In order to protect both foreign and local workers, Canadian employers must comply with several obligations towards the government and the workers they hire. First and foremost, before a temporary foreign worker (TFW) can work in Canada, they must obtain

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The obligations of the sponsor in the sponsorship process

As part of the family sponsorship process, the sponsor commits to support the sponsored person during a certain period after obtaining permanent residence. This applies regardless of the family member sponsored: spouse, common-law or conjugal partner, child, parent or grand-parent.

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Medical inadmissibility

As part of the Canadian immigration process, an important step is the medical examination. This is a requirement for all applications for permanent residence. In the case of temporary residence (work and study permits, as well as visitors for more

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Photo requirements in the immigration process

Whether for temporary or permanent residence applications, photos are a very important part of the process although it may sound like a small detail. If your photos do not comply with the government specifications, your process could be delayed by

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Letter of invitation for visitor visa to Canada

Those who are planning to come to Canada to visit a relative or a friend should include in their application a letter of invitation from the host. There is no strict template, however there are certain details that are mandatory

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Medical examination in the immigration process

As part of the immigration process, candidates are required to pass a medical examination. This may also be a requirement for temporary residents who intend to stay more than 6 months in Canada. This post is about the importance of

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Educational Credential Assessment

The Federal Skilled Worker Program, now processed via Express Entry, requires the main applicants to assess their educational credentials prior to expressing interest for permanent residence.

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