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Canada Updates Rules for Suspending Immigration Applications
New legislation allows the Canadian government to suspend or cancel immigration applications and documents for broad public interest, fraud, or security reasons. The law also introduces stricter asylum eligibility, specifically targeting irregular border crossers and claims made more than one year after entry.
Canada Updates Provincial Nominee and Settlement Rules
New regulations grant provinces more power to assess the 'intent to reside' for provincial nominees, potentially tightening residency requirements. Additionally, access to federally funded settlement services for economic immigrants is now capped at six years after obtaining permanent residency.
Understanding Canada's Updated Rules for Work and Study Permits
The proposed legislation grants the Canadian government new powers to suspend or cancel work and study permits for 'public interest' reasons, including security and fraud. It also implements stricter timelines for asylum claims and increases information sharing regarding immigration status.
Canada Updates Rules for Immigration Document Cancellation
New legislation grants the Canadian cabinet expanded authority to cancel immigration documents in the public interest and introduces stricter information-sharing rules. The bill also imposes a one-year limit on refugee claims after entry, signaling a tightening of administrative immigration controls.