Passport services starting to resume in Canada

Canadians who have an immediate need for a passport can once again apply by mail, as of July 31. If Canadians are traveling in less than 30 days, or need their passport urgently, they can now request in-person appointments. If Canadians do not have travel plans, the...

Manitoba PNP draw invites 199 immigration candidates

Manitoba held its 95th Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on July 31. The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued a total of 199 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to immigration candidates. LAAs are invitations for immigration candidates to apply for a...

Canada’s film industry rebounds from coronavirus

The Canadian film and television industry, which like many others around the world had to deal with postponements and cancellations of filming, productions and festivals due to travel restrictions and physical distancing measures, is now looking to the future. There...

How new UK immigration system compares with Canada

Great Britain is implementing a Canadian-style points-based immigration system, but there are some notable differences. Great Britain’s new immigration law is the result of ideas put forward in 2019 when Prime Minister Boris Johnson campaigned for work visas to be...