Express Entry to Canada

Express Entry

With the Express Entry program set to launch in January 2015, many people ask us how it differs from the current Canada Immigration programs currently in place. Below is a list of the main differences.

Express Entry will cover the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program and the Canadian Experience Class.

Differences:

1)      Profile Required

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will need to create a profile to become part of the pool from which Citizenship and Immigration Canada, Canadian Provinces, and Employers will select candidates for immigration to Canada.


2)      Applications will be electronic

Profiles and the application for permanent residence will be completed electronically.


3)      Invitation to Apply for Permanent Residence required

Candidates from the pool of applicants will need to be invited to submit applications for permanent residence. Candidates will have only 60 days to submit an electronic application for permanent residence once invited.


4)      There will be no list of eligible occupations

This removes the restrictions that some may have faced in qualifying to immigrate to Canada. All candidates are welcome to submit their profile and they will be selected based on their profile without being disqualified merely because do not belong to an occupation on the list of eligible occupation.


5)      Selection is based on how much points you score using the human capital model that assesses a candidate’s chances for success in Canada.

Selection will depend on how much a person scores overall on the following factors: age, English or French language proficiency, education, work experience, prior work or education in Canada, family in Canada, etc.


6)      Employers will be able to select candidates from the pool of prospects to fill their labour shortage needs.

The new system will proactively try to match candidates’ skills with advertised job openings in Canada, thereby assisting employers in finding the perfect candidates they seek.


7)      Increased chance that applicants will be arriving in Canada with a job waiting

The new job matching tool means that many candidates will have a job waiting for them on arrival.

8)      Faster processing time of 6 months or less.

Citizenship and immigration Canada is promising that applications selected from the pool will be completed within 6 months. This is great for the prospective employer as the labor shortage is filled quickly and it is great for candidates as well as they no longer need to wait for years before they can immigrate.



Would you like to apply to immigrate to Canada under the Express Entry program?

Want to find out how good your changes are for successfully immigrating to Canada under the Express Entry program?

Y Canada Services, the immigration Law Section of A. Princewill Law Firm can help you. Complete a free online assessment and we will advise you of your chances of success and the next steps towards obtaining permanent residence in Canada.

INADMISSIBLE OR DENIED ENTRY INTO CANADA? There are several reasons why a person may be denied entry into Canada and some of the reasons include: Criminality Security reasons Human rights violations Medical reasons Financial reasons Misrepresentation Non-compliance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act Inadmissible family member You may be criminally inadmissible if convicted of an offence in Canada. You may also be criminally responsible for committing on entering Canada, an offence under an Act of Parliament.  Offences committed outside Canada may also make you inadmissible to Canada. Provided the act is an offence in the place where it was committed and if committed in Canada, world constitute an offence under an Act of Parliament. Security reasons for inadmissibility include espionage, instigating the subversion of a government by force; engaging in terrorism or being a member of an organization that there are reasonable grounds to believe engages, has engaged, or will engage in acts of terrorism, espionage, violence or other such related act. You may be medically inadmissible to Canada to if you have a health condition that is likely to be a danger to public health, a danger to public safety, or that might reasonably be expected to cause excessive demand on health and social services. Financial reasons for inadmissibility include being unable or unwilling to support yourself or your dependents.   Misrepresentation arises where you directly or indirectly misrepresent or withhold material facts relating to a relevant matter that induces or could induce an error in the administration of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Non-compliance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act occurs when you fail to comply through an act or omission which contravenes directly or indirectly a provision of the Act. A family member to whom any of the above applies is inadmissible. An inadmissible family member makes you inadmissible to Canada too except there is an exemption that applies to you. How to overcome inadmissibility The specific remedy depends on the underlying reason for your inadmissibility.  You can give us a call or book a consultation to speak to a lawyer at A. Princewill Law Firm about your situation. The most common remedies include obtaining a temporary resident permit (TRP) to visit or live in Canada temporarily while still considered inadmissible. For the criminally inadmissible, you may be able to permanently overcome your inadmissibility by applying for rehabilitation.   For the medically inadmissible, we carefully review your situation and present your case so that it is an exemption from the provisions of the Act. In the alternative, we may be able to get you temporary residence in Canada and after a few years of residing here, you will qualify for permanent residence. For cases involving misrepresentation, we review whether it is indeed a relevant fact and whether indeed it could have induced an error in the administration of the Act. These elements are critical to establishing a case against you for misrepresentation. Everyone’s situation is different and the approach taken depend on the facts of the case and your Canada immigration goals. Contact A. Princewill Law Firm today and we can help you successfully gain entry into Canada.

Permanent Residence Card Renewal | Residency Obligation

Issue: 

"I want to renew my PR Card but I do not have the required number of days. I need your help."

Solution: 

The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act requires you to have a minimum of 730 days of residence in Canada for any given 5 year period. This is referred to as your residency obligation. 

You meet your residency obligations if you were physically present in Canada for a least 730 days. If you were absent from in Canada and have less than 730 days of physical presence, you could still meet your residency obligation if you were outside Canada because you were accompanying a family member who is a Canadian citizen, or accompanying a family member who is a permanent resident and who is employed by a Canadian business or a Canadian provincial or federal government civil service. 

You can also meet your residency obligation if you were outside of Canada because you were employed outside Canada by a Canadian business or a Canadian provincial or federal government public service.

In the cases described above, the time you spent outside Canada will be counted as though you were in Canada and will enable you meet your residency obligation. 

If none of the above scenarios apply to you, you may still be able to retain your permanent residence status if there are humanitarian and compassionate grounds that justify you retaining your permanent residence status. 

Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds

Humanitarian and compassionate grounds involves the decision maker reviewing several factors to determine whether relief should be granted and you should be allowed to retain your status as a permanent resident of Canada. No one factor is determinative but several factors are considered and a decision is made on the totality of factors. 

Factors considered include: 

• the best interests of a child directly affected by the decision
• the degree of non-compliance. In other words, how may days are you short of the required 730 days 
• how established are you in Canada compared to your country of origin
• what were your reasons for leaving Canada and spending so much time outside Canada? Factors such as a sick parent, spouse, etc will be considered
• your family ties in Canada
• the hardship that will be caused to you and your family members should you have to leave Canada and loose your status as a permanent resident 

 If you need to renew your permanent residence card, it is best to seek legal counsel. 

If your application to renew your permanent residence card has been refused, contact us. We can represent you before the immigration and Refugee Board and the Federal Court of Canada. 

Testimonials from former clients with PR Residency Obligation issues

Jagadish Vashi

I personally recommend this firm for any kind of Immigration issue.We have very good experiences with this firm and they have very knowledgeable lawyers team, especially Angela Princewill, Immigration Lawyer She did a very very good job to get my mother's Permanent status back in Canada. Angela Princewill, Immigration Lawyer is an extra ordinary person and a very sharp during her session in her court Angela's submission was fantastic and her counter action was superb She knows all the laws by heart I guess so she win any immigration case easily what we believe.Her dedication to the work and sincerity with her work is awesome,We Vashi family can't describe.If any one has an issue with immigration without hesitation contact dedicated lawyer like Angela Princewill, Immigration Lawyer and her firm.

 

Madhura Dabke

I am a Torontonian based house-wife, who hired Candice and Angela and their team of Attorneys to help me acquire permanent residency in Canada. I was dreading the arduous and bureaucratic process, but both Candice and Angela and their staff were very professional and efficient as they helped the procedure go smoothly. Both have an extensive experience which gives them a thorough understanding of the entire immigration process. They are also well-versed in U.S. immigration policy. From your first conversation with them, you immediately become aware of their integrity and commitment, and moreover, the passion they exude for their work. Any concern I raised was immediately addressed. Phone calls were answered in a timely manner. Information I requested about the process was promptly forwarded. They were always courteous and attentive, making me feel that my case was the only one being handled by their firm, when in reality I was likely one of hundreds of clients. 

Spotlight on Canadian Provinces & Territories | British Columbia

British Columbia is on the west coast of Canada. Sitting atop Washington State in the United States, British Columbia directly faces the Pacific Ocean as Canada. With a population hovering around 4.6 million, British Columbia slightly edges out Alberta as the 3^rd largestprovince in Canada. For those of us seeking to escape the harshest winters, British Colombia’s climate provides some of the most temperate and mild weather in all of Canada. Snowfall is general infrequent and in substantial, while spring’s and falls are quite warm and pleasant. It is common to see people in dresses and t-shirts well into the fall, an alien concept for many on the eastern coasts of Canada.

5 Reasons to Immigrate to British Columbia

Lifestyle and Culture:British Colombia is dense with opportunities for active , recreational lifestyles and bastions of cultural spaces. From the towering redwood trees to the Rocky Mountains, British Columbia is a prime location for those seeking to absorb points of interest for natural beauty. Cycling, canoeing, hiking, camping, among several other activities provide a wide selection of options for those who enjoy the outdoors, or are in love with the outdoors. Your mileage may vary. Those seeking to absorb the rich culture of British Colombia also have something to look forward to with the equally vast amount of options to experience. The deeply aboriginal roots of British Colombia run through the cultural blood of the province’s historic sites, art galleries, museums and festivals. All of this in addition to featuring world-class dining options in world cities such as Vancouver and Victoria, British Colombia is flowing with a staggering array of things to see, do and experience.

Education:British Columbia, almost expectedly, features a robust education system grounded on the importance of education as a facilitation tool. British Colombia’s approach to education from K-12 seeks to establish knowledge in students as a structural foundation from which they can build their own understandings and futures in larger society. On that note, British Colombia also offers First Nations Studies to that effect. As the bedrock of British Columbia’s rich cultural history, recognition of the complex and essential nature of the Aboriginal peoples in the British Colombian educational system is an extension of the philosophy behind connected education to larger society. The Post-Secondary arm of the British Columbian education system is also substantial. Featuring 1,900 programs at 25 public post-secondary institutions, British Colombia offers a wealth of options to people continuing their educational path after secondary school.

Work Opportunities:With a positive looking job outlook  expecting to add roughly 1 million new jobs by 2020, prospects for work in British Columbia is very good.  British Columbia’s standard of living in relation to employment wages, social facilities, and worker rights are a sparkling example of a modern system that values the worker. With openings expected in Business, Trades, Health and Science related occupations, British Colombia is expanding at a strong rate, especially significant considering it’s turn out of 2008's international economic meltdown.

Health Services:
British Colombia features an incredibly robust amount of options within the provincial health system. Accessibility to these options is intuitive due to the nature of information origination and integration with technology.  The ability to check symptoms online through the province’s HealthLinkBC program, the ability to locate exact places of health services and their immunization schedules, elaborate mental health facilities and programs for abuse victims (including children) all exist in addition to the staples you would expect from a substantial, modern health system.

 

Fun facts about British Columbia

British Columbia has the longest frost-free periods in all of Canada due to its mild climate. Flowers bloom as early as February!
Nearly two-thirds of British Columbia’s 60 million acres has received almost no human influence or contact.
British Colombia is 4 times the entirety of Great Britain. It is larger than 50 of the US states (the exception being Alaska).
Vancouver is a relatively young city. The city shares an anniversary with Coca-Cola and Mercedes-Benz.
British Colombia has 10 mountain ranges:  Rocky Mountains (partly shared with Alberta boundary), Purcell Mountains, Selkirk Mountains, Monashee Mountains, Cariboo Mountains, Coast Mountains (home to the Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains), Cassiar Mountains, Vancouver Island Ranges, Queen Charlotte Mountains, and St Elias Mountains (shared with the Alaska, USA border).
British Colombia alone is home to half of Canada’s entire wildlife population. It is far and away the most-biologically diverse area in Canada.

Spotlight on Canadian Provinces & Territories | ALBERTA

Alberta is in the Midwestern part of Canada, British Columbia lies immediately to the west, Saskatchewan immediately to the east, and borders the state of Montana in the United States.  With an approximate population of 4 million people, it is the 4^th most populated province in Canada. It’s capital city is Calgary, one of Canada’s most renowned cities with a population of roughly 1.2 million. Alberta’s climate provides warm summers and cold winters. Alberta is notorious for its cold winters as it is open to cold artic weather systems.

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5 Reasons to Immigrate to Alberta

Lifestyle and Culture:

Alberta’s culture first and foremost celebrates diversity. Albertan culture makes a concerted effort to facilitate inclusivity

 for people of various races, creeds and communities. For example, Alberta understands the importance of the First Nations community as its people preserve cultural traditions while simultaneously weaving the trappings of modern Albertan society. Alberta is also known for the world renowned Calgary Stampede. Attracting over a million visitors a year in Calgary, the Calgary Stampede is a 10-day outdoor festival that combines rodeos, exhibitions, stage shows, agricultural competitions and concerts. Many people frequently bill the stampede as “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”. Alberta also supports a burgeoning film scene. The Government of Alberta invests directly into this Albertan filming with film festivals such as the Edmonton International Film Festival, facilitating international filming within the province or directly funding projects in Alberta.

Education:
Alberta features a publicly funded primary and secondary school system. In regards to public Post-Secondary options, Alberta has 6 universities, 12 public colleges, 2 technical institutes, 5 independent university colleges and the Banff Centre. The Banff Centre is a massive learning center dedicated to the commissioning of art and creative endeavors specifically in space music, dance, photography, audio engineering, new media and many, many more. Featuring several hundred programs and leadership initiatives to help build skills, the Banff Centre is a state-of-the-art learning center leading the nation in the education of the arts.

Economic Advantages:

The cost of living in Alberta is quite advantageous in relation to the rest of Canada. The citizens of Alberta pay no provincial premiums for health care insurance, no provincial sales tax, and feature the lowest tax on gasoline and some of the lowest property taxes in Canada. Business in Alberta also benefits financially with no capital tax, no payroll tax and low corporate income tax rates.

Work Opportunities:Alberta features a very vital and healthy workforce with a lot of opportunities to suit nearly all jobseekers. With strong work climates in trades, professional fields and more, your demonstrable skills will likely be rewarded with the right job for you in the province. In addition to a high standard of living, Alberta enjoys some of the most competitive wages in the country.

Health Services:
Alberta features a robust health system replete with a network of physicians, specialists, nurses, hospitals and pharmacies. The Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan provides residents with comprehensive coverage that covers most things barring the likes of medication and areas with this granularity. There are also mental health and addiction services available in Alberta’s wide spectrum of health services.

Fun Facts:
Edmonton, Alberta has the largest mall in North America. West Edmonton Mall covers a staggering area of 490,000 square meters or 5,300,000 square feet. This is the equivalent of 48 city blocks! At its staggering size, it employs roughly 20,000 people features a full water park, a nightclub, skate park, concert venue, a dinner theater and much more in addition to your typical mall fair.

There are no rats in Alberta. Despite some questionable examination and some isolated spotting, Alberta is free of rats due to a slow campaign to remove the rodent.

The average age of citizens in Calgary is roughly 38 making it an extremely youthful city.

Calgary is the first Canadian city to host the Winter Olympic Games. 

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Spotlight on Canadian Provinces & Territories | YUKON

Yukon is in the northwestern corner of Canada, which neighbors the American-Alaskan border to the west and the Northwest Territories to the east. With a population of approximately 36,700, with 27,889 people in the capital city of Whitehorse, the Yukon’s climate ranges from the moderate subarctic in the south nearer to British Colombia and Arctic climate in the north. It is a scenic territory full of natural beauty, and inviting settlement for immigration.    

5 Reasons to Immigrate to the Yukon

Lifestyle and Culture: 
With various recreational and outdoor activities to social and cultural events. Yukon has wide breadth of activities for the choosing. With over 70 sports organizations, from team sports (such as soccer) to individuals sports (cycling, skiing), there is a large collection of choice among recreational activities. Whitehorse in particular boasts a state of the art modern sports facility with Canada Games Centre, featuring multiple indoor rinks, an indoor turf field, multipurpose gymnasium an indoor running track and a swimming pool.

There are several bastions for the arts in Yukon, which is home to several theatre companies, community choirs, classical concerts and film festivals. The Yukon is also home to a wealth of dining experiences; with Whitehorse alone boasting 60 restaurants that also feature local cuisine including bison.

Education: The department of education invests in a doctrine of education as a continuous, lifelong learning experience and significant, fulfilling partnerships. Yukon’s Department of Education offers neighborhood schools, invigorating primary and secondary school programs/curriculums, full French immersion programs for kindergarten to grade 12 and much more.

The Yukon College is an accredited institution that provides certificates, diplomas, degrees and continuing education/training. TYC also provides the first two years of university transfer courses for students wishing to go down this route.

Financial Advantages to Residence: Permanent residence in the Yukon grants special financial. Eligibility for Northern Residents Deduction on Canadian Income Tax returns is available to Yukon residents and can amount up to $5000 in deductions annually. Goods and Services in the Yukon are only subject to the goods and services tax (GST) and none others such as PST, HST. Medical coverage is free to all Yukon residents who have lived in the territory for 3 months. In addition, the Yukon offers its high school graduates favourable support with an annual Yukon Grant of up to $5,376 annually.

Work Opportunities:The Yukon has a diverse economy with bustlingly active mining, tourism and construction sectors. Career opportunities also present themselves at the municipal, provincial and federal government levels. As is the heritage of the territory, the aforementioned career opportunities also extend to the First Nations level as a respected, vital part of Canada.

Health Services:The health culture of the Yukon  is one that prides itself on self-preservation and well-being.  Whitehorse General Hospital is a modern hospital equipped with a 55-bed capacity spread as well as emergency, ICU, obstetrics, medical imaging, and surgical services. Emergency Medical Services act as an intermediary between Yukon Hospitals and tertiary care centers in Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. In addition, a circuit of specialists regularly visits the Yukon to offer their services.

FUN FACTS ABOUT THE YUKON

Yukon actually means “Great River” in the Athapaskan language and refers to the Yukon River, which actually begins in British Colombia, runs through the Yukon and then runs through Alaska. At a length of 3600 kilometers, The Yukon River is one of the largest rivers in North American. During the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 19^th/early 20^th century, The Yukon River became the essential mode of transportation gold seekers.

With a population a population smaller than 1/20^th the size of the nation capital, The Yukon is larger than the State of California, Belgium, Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands combined.

The Blue Fish caves in the Yukon are home to some of the earliest evidence suggesting human habitation in North America. Supporting the theory that humans crossed the Bering Strait from Asia through modern day Russia. Evidence in the blue caves suggest that humans inhabited this area for several thousands of years.

The Yukon is home to the only highway that leads to the Arctic. The Dempster Highway is the only public highway that leads to the Arctic Circle.

At 5,959 m, The Yukon is home to Canada’s largest mountain, Mt. Logan. In contrast, and seemingly a thematic narrative for many things in the Yukon, this territory is also home to the smallest dessert in the world, The Carcross Desert. 

Photo courtesy of www.comeexplorecanada.com

The Do - it - Yourself option for Canada Immigration. What is it?

The Do-It-Yourself Option Explained

The Do it Yourself option allows you to complete all the forms and put together all the supporting documentation and prior to submission have us review it for completeness. 

We would prepare a report letting you know what is outstanding (if any), as well as any inconsistencies or errors in the application as these can have serious consequences with Citizenship & Immigration Canada.   

It is usually a good option for someone who feels comfortable doing their application themselves but who would like an experienced eye to give it a seal of approval before they send it out.   

You should note that we would not personally correct the errors or fill out the forms for you. We would only advise you on what to do. If you want our comprehensive immigration package, then the do it yourself option is not for you.   

The do-it-yourself option is a one-time review of your application.   We will prepare a report which if followed should perfect your application. 

Still unsure? Click to review our full service package to compare and decide on which option works best for you.

Best wishes, as you make your Canada Immigration goal a reality! 

Canada Immigration - Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some of the questions frequently asked by prospective clients. We hope this helps you too and we look forward to receiving any other questions you many have. Contact Us Now Frequently Asked Questions What should I expect from you as my immigration lawyer? We offer you expertise, acquired from years of experience of helping clients like you successfully immigrate to Canada. We provide customized immigration solutions suited to your specific issues. We guide you every step of the way to get you, your family or employees legal status in Canada. Click on Why Hire Us for a detailed list on why you should hire our firm to assist you with your immigration matter. What are your legal fees? Our fees are very competitive. Legal fees are always quoted to you during your immigration consultation. During the consultation, we listen to you and make sure we understand your situation perfectly, prior to giving you a quote. We also make sure we have answered all your questions and that you understand the Canada Immigration program under which you are applying. We also need to understand your situation perfectly, prior to giving you a quote. We charge you a flat-fee, not an hourly rate so there are never any surprises. My situation is complicated. Can you really help me? We have helped hundreds of people with all manner of immigration issues. We have years of experience practicing immigration law and we always find a solution to every situation. Please click on the following links for reviews from satisfied clients that we have assisted. Y Canada Website | Lawyer Ratings Website | Google I want to hire you. What do I do next? If you have completed a consultation with us and we have determined that we can help you, the next step is we email you a complete retainer agreement. Sign and return the retainer agreement sent to you following the instructions contained therein. The retainer agreement outlines our fees, our obligations to you, our expectations of you and our refund policy. Your file will be opened within 24 hours and we will email you a preliminary list of documents that we require from you. We will also immediately begin to gather the information we need to complete any application forms, submissions or other legal documents. For greater accuracy, we prepare the forms on your behalf. We prepare legal submission that go with your forms outlining why your application should be successful. We make sure all your documents meet Citizenship and Immigration Canada standards and after your final review, we submit on your behalf.  During the processing period, we will keep you updated on the status of your file and once your permit or visa is ready, we will make sure it is issued with no hassles. You're in Toronto, I'm so far away. Can you still help me?  Immigration Laws are federal so we can represent you irrespective of the province you live in. You have direct access to us via skype, telephone, email and fax. Given the nature of an immigration law practice and the convenience of modern technology, many of our clients never physically visit our offices but feel totally connected to us.  We are very easily accessible. There is so much free information online. Do I really need a lawyer? You need a lawyer and not just any lawyer, but one with years of specialized immigration experience. If you had a cavity, you would never think of doing anything else except visit a dentist will you? You certainly wouldn't expect to receive treatment from your family doctor would you? The same applies here.  You need a lawyer but most especially you need an Immigration Lawyer. How would you know if you make a mistake? Can you really afford a mistake? Do you want to take a chance and waste years of time and efforts? Do you want to jeopardize your future plans? Have you ever successfully completed an immigration application before this one? Do you want to use your application as a test case? Canada Immigration Laws change often and can be complex. A specialized immigration lawyer has completed hundreds and possibly thousands of successful applications and is always up-to-date on any changes in the law. While Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) has a list of required documents on its website, it is not as complete as you think.  The CIC checklist is just a starting point for us and upon reviewing your documents, we often request additional documents not even on the CIC checklist! By preparing a thorough and complete application, we reduce the chances of you being asked to attend an interview.  We also significantly increase your chances for success! In all,the cost of hiring a lawyer is worth the benefit as the cost of failure is way higher. Get Started Today

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