by Immilaw Team | Sep 6, 2021 | Canada Immigration
The coronavirus pandemic that took the world by storm continues to impact the immigration system of Canada significantly. In 2019, Canada welcomed as many as 341,000 new immigrants. The country continued to accept new immigrants at the same pace in 2020, but the coronavirus crisis completely upset its immigration system. Further, the travel restrictions imposed since March 18, 2020, limit the number of people from other countries who can enter Canada now. Though various forms of immigration, such as the Express Entry System and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP), are functional, uncertainty continues in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. However, some certainty is in place, which will benefit both the country and newcomers to Canada in 2021-2023 and subsequent years.
The pandemic has to be over for the Canadian immigration system to return to normal. However, the availability of several vaccines gives hope that the pandemic will end soon. Besides that, Canada started the largest vaccination drive in its history last December, intending to vaccinate all those who wanted protection against COVID-19 by September 2021. This could help the country return to normal and bring back the immigration system to its pre-pandemic status. Another aspect is ensuring that the global population and foreign nationals coming to Canada do not have coronavirus infections.
How Covid Travel Restriction Affect Canada Immigration
The travel restrictions imposed by the Canadian government in 2020 would indicate the COVID-19 policies might continue to be enforced when the rate of spread of the infection starts to subside. For instance, the country might maintain the 14-day quarantine requirement and the need to have a ‘COVID-19 negative’ test report before entering Canada. This would enable the government to limit the spread of the infection within its borders.
However, the coronavirus crisis does not in any way affect Canada’s strong commitment to welcoming new immigrants, international students, and temporary foreign workers. The country now proposes to double the number of immigrants given the crisis. According to Canada’s new Immigration Levels Plan for 2021-2023, the government aims to welcome more than 400,000 new immigrants each year. This is by far the highest level in Canada’s history.
It may not be possible for Canada to achieve the target this year when the pandemic is continuing. However, the goal of welcoming more immigrants to the country encourages federal and provincial governments to hold draws and take up the processing of applications. Furthermore, it enables the country to provide approval to prospective immigrants to move over at a later date.
Additionally, the availability of vaccines allows the government to bring about changes to travel restrictions. For instance, it is a good idea to explore the possibility of lifting travel restrictions for vaccinated immigrants and those who provide a ‘COVID-19 Negative’ test report. This would improve the flow of immigrants into the country and boost the economy. The idea behind the proposed Immigration Levels Plan is to support the country’s post-COVID recovery plan.
PGP Sponsorship
Another good news is IRCC’s confirmation regarding holding the lottery for the 2020 ‘Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP)’ intake in 2021. As a result, as many as 10,000 applicants are likely to submit sponsorship applications for bringing their parents and/or grandparents to Canada. Besides that, IRCC is also expected to open the PGP intake window for 2021 and hold another lottery and call for 30,000 applications from immigrants for sponsoring parents and grandparents.
It is, therefore, a fair expectation that the IRCC and Canadian provinces and territories will work together and put in their best efforts in normalizing the country’s immigration system at the earliest. All said and done; it is fair to expect that this year will be less turbulent than the previous year.
For any kind of clarification or queries regarding Canada Immigration 2021-2023 and related legal concerns, contact the Immilaw Immigration Law Professional Corporation and plan accordingly.
by Immilaw Team | Aug 17, 2020 | Canada Immigration
What is your best bet for visa success?
Immigration procedures often appear effortless, but the reality is far from being effortless. Every day we come across stories of people who face visa rejection as a result of the negligent application process. Canada welcomed up to 110,000 immigrants out of the 332,331 Express Entry applications it received in 2019. As the competition to obtain a Permanent Residence escalates, the question of the hour becomes, “Who should I hire to represent me in Canadian immigration?”
The immigration process is not a cakewalk; it’s time-consuming, stressful, and overwhelmingly uncertain. Moreover, Canadian immigration law and procedure are far more intricate and complex than what one may presume. For these reasons, it is natural that an applicant has several reservations while deciding who to approach for their Permanent Residence application process. A recent Canadian report shows that applications submitted either by applicants themselves or by consultants have high chances of visa rejection. When an immigration lawyer files an application, it results in better decisions and a high rate of visa success. Self–represented applications tend to contain a large number of clerical errors. But these innocent errors might cost an applicant his/her future. Consultancies, on the other hand, are monetarily motivated. They lack the relevant knowledge, expertise and may even prove to be detrimental to your immigration goals. Consequently, an inexperienced consultant may push you towards an immigration program that doesn’t align with your previous experience and skill set, thereby resulting in visa rejection.
A Canadian immigration lawyer comes equipped with a thorough understanding and knowledge of the Canadian immigration regime. They are trained to handle Immigration procedures and documentation efficiently. Lawyers view immigration as a ‘service’ as opposed to a ‘business.’ The ethical standards they meet owing to the law society regulations shall also prove to be advantageous to the applicant.
PREFER AN IMMIGRATION LAWYER OVER A CONSULTANT
The debate on immigration lawyers versus consultants is not of recent origin. Although, this debate has resurfaced due to a hike in visa rejection, travel ban, and scandals associated with consultant-aided immigration process. A primary reason behind such incidents would be the ease at which one can become an immigration consultant. Currently, an immigration consultant must graduate from an accredited immigration practitioner program along with a minimum language requirement to be registered. An immigration lawyer, whereas, has to undergo years of meticulous study, followed by articling and bar enrolment from being able to practice.
Immigration lawyers are highly qualified professionals who adhere to the immigration rules and policies of the Canadian government. A visa officer would reject or request clarification for an incomplete or wrongly filled application. This may cause a significant delay to an already complicated procedure. An immigration lawyer can assure you thorough documentation and can avoid unwarranted delays in your application procedure. At present, there are over 80 immigration pathways, and it requires ample knowledge of the immigration rules, the legal system, employment scenario, economic situation, and consideration of various other factors to prescribe the right immigration pathway. Only an immigration lawyer is skilled in doing such a multifaceted task. Here are a few benefits of hiring an immigration lawyer over a consultant:
- Scrupulous and thorough paperwork
- Avoid unnecessary delay
- Follows confidentiality principles
- Provides complete representation in Court
- Experience and updated knowledge
- Improves your chances of application success
- Can be held accountable and are regulated by law societies
- Do not involve any hidden charges.
Immigration lawyers can very well be your trump card against other eligible candidates. Avail the services of qualified Canadian immigration lawyers to apply for migration to Canada. Contact Immilaw Immigration, the best Canadian immigration lawyers in Canada, to know more.
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