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More From My Visa Source [ Immigration Tools ](https://www.myvisasource.com/tools/) [ Express Entry CRS Calculator ](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/permanent-residence/express-entry/ee-crs-chatbot/) [ Language Point Calculator ](https://www.myvisasource.com/tools/ielts-celpip-tef-calculator/) [Twitter](https://twitter.com/MyVisaSource) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/MyVisaSource) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/my-visa-source-law-mdp) Featured ## [How Is the IRCC Reducing Processing Time for Post-Graduation Work Permit Applicants?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-is-the-ircc-reducing-processing-time-for-post-graduation-work-permit-applicants) [Read Article](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-is-the-ircc-reducing-processing-time-for-post-graduation-work-permit-applicants) Featured ## [Canadian Government Allocated $2.1 Million in Funding to the Newcomer Women Pilot](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canadian-government-allocated-2.1-million-in-funding-to-the-newcomer-women-pilot) [Read Article](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canadian-government-allocated-2.1-million-in-funding-to-the-newcomer-women-pilot) Featured ## [Refugees Face Uncertainty As Pandemic Causes Processing Delays](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/refugees-face-uncertainty-as-pandemic-causes-processing-delays) [Read Article](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/refugees-face-uncertainty-as-pandemic-causes-processing-delays) # Latest Canadian & United States Immigration News [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-east-indian-male-student-with-a-laptop-smiling-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/iindian-international-students-taking-indirect-routes-to-travel-to-canada) Canadian Immigration News ## [Indian International Students Taking Indirect Routes to Travel to Canada](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/iindian-international-students-taking-indirect-routes-to-travel-to-canada) International travelers from India have been forced to take indirect routes to travel to Canada. The Canadian government has imposed a ban on direct flights from India, causing major inconveniences for potential visitors, students, workers, and immigrants. This ban was first implemented on April 22, 2021. It has been extended every month since then. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/map-of-canada-marked-with-borders-of-provinces-and-territories-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-did-canadas-pnp-perform-in-august-2021) Canadian Immigration News ## [How Did Canada’s PNP Perform in August 2021?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-did-canadas-pnp-perform-in-august-2021) In August 2021, Canadian Provincial Nominee Programs ([PNPs](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/provincial-nominee-program/)) invited approximately 3,400 applicants to apply for provincial nominations.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/canadian-federal-election-ballot-box-with-a-vote-cast-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-will-the-upcoming-federal-election-change-the-canadian-immigration-system) Canadian Immigration News ## [How Will the Upcoming Federal Election Change the Canadian Immigration System?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-will-the-upcoming-federal-election-change-the-canadian-immigration-system) The federal election today on Monday, September 20, 2021 will determine the future of the Canadian immigration system for the next 4 years. The federal government will oversee all the major decisions impacting the immigration system. Therefore, whoever wins the federal election will shape the future of immigration in the country.   [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/quebec-flag-flowing-in-a-beautiful-clear-sky-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/quebec-launches-6-new-regional-plans-to-improve-settlement-services-for-immigrants) Canadian Immigration News ## [Quebec Launches 6 New Regional Plans to Improve Settlement Services for Immigrants](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/quebec-launches-6-new-regional-plans-to-improve-settlement-services-for-immigrants) According to [Quebec Immigration](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/quebec-immigration/)’s website, Quebec recently launched 6 new regional plans to provide improved settlement services to new immigrants. These settlement plans will be operated by the regional networks of the immigration department in collaboration with its economic, community, and municipal partners. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/american-bridge-with-a-giant-eraser-impeading-people-from-crossing-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/us-border-restrictions-for-canadians-extended-till-september-21) Canadian Immigration News ## [US Border Restrictions for Canadians Extended Till September 21](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/us-border-restrictions-for-canadians-extended-till-september-21) The United States is currently experiencing the fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic as the Delta Variant spreads across the country. Given the rising Covid-19 infection cases, the US Department of Homeland Security announced the extension of US border restrictions until September 21, 2021.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/stacks-of-coins-on-the-ground-with-some-leaves-growing-on-top-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-invests-100-million-to-improve-settlement-services) Canadian Immigration News ## [Canada Invests $100 Million to Improve Settlement Services](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-invests-100-million-to-improve-settlement-services) The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently announced the allocation of $100 million in funding to the improvement of settlement services for new immigrants. This funding will be provided through the Service Delivery Improvement Program (SDI). [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/wooden-blocks-spelling-out-the-word-expand-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/bringing-afghans-to-safety-with-an-expanded-resettlement-program) Canadian Immigration News ## [Bringing Afghans to Safety with an Expanded Resettlement Program](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/bringing-afghans-to-safety-with-an-expanded-resettlement-program) The Canadian government recently announced that they will be accepting 20,000 refugees from Afghanistan in the light of the hostile takeover by Taliban forces. Canadian Immigration Minister, Marco Mendicino said that their main focus will be on resettling vulnerable groups under threat of prosecution by the Taliban. This includes individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, women leaders, human right activists and reporters. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/paper-boats-on-the-water-with-one-pulling-ahead-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-changed-with-canadas-immigration-agreement-with-newfoundland-and-labrador) Canadian Immigration News ## [What Changed with Canada’s Immigration Agreement with Newfoundland and Labrador?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-changed-with-canadas-immigration-agreement-with-newfoundland-and-labrador) On August 12, 2021, the Canadian Immigration Minister, Marco Mendicino announced that the federal government will be extending the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Immigration Agreement for another year till July 31, 2022. This agreement was first signed in 2016. This agreement set out the objectives, roles and responsibilities for federal-provincial cooperation. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/wooden-blocks-with-arrows-going-down-then-back-up-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canadas-pr-admissions-finally-recover-to-pre-covid-levels) Canadian Immigration News ## [Canada’s PR Admissions Finally Recover to Pre-Covid Levels](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canadas-pr-admissions-finally-recover-to-pre-covid-levels) The Government of Canada recently revealed data that showed an increase in immigration levels for the second quarter of 2021. While admissions of new immigrants is still relatively weak, the [Canadian immigration levels](https://www.myvisasource.com/resources/canada-immigration-levels-plan/) are slowly recovering back to pre-pandemic levels. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/1950s-office-scene-with-everyone-dressed-in-those-days-clothing-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-are-the-top-in-demand-jobs-in-saskatchewan-due-to-covid-19) Canadian Immigration News ## [What Are the Top In-Demand Jobs in Saskatchewan Due to COVID-19?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-are-the-top-in-demand-jobs-in-saskatchewan-due-to-covid-19) The Canadian government conducted a study to evaluate the effects of the pandemic on the labour market in different provinces. This study highlighted the occupations that increased in demand due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/4-international-students-holding-different-country-flags-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/pr-pathway-for-international-graduates-canada-accepts-over-7300-more-than-the-limit) Canadian Immigration News ## [PR Pathway for International Graduates: Canada Accepts Over 7,300 More Than the Limit](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/pr-pathway-for-international-graduates-canada-accepts-over-7300-more-than-the-limit) The PR Pathway for International Graduates, launched on May 6, 2021, along with 5 other PR pathways reached its intake limit within 25 hours of being introduced. The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship (IRCC), recently revealed that the department accepted way more applicants than intended. The IRCC received 7,307 additional applications for the PR pathway.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/cartoon-of-a-clock-and-a-man-and-woman-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-is-the-processing-time-for-canadian-citizenship-applications) Canadian Immigration News ## [What Is the Processing Time for Canadian Citizenship Applications?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-is-the-processing-time-for-canadian-citizenship-applications) More often than not, Canadian permanent residents will eventually [apply for Canadian citizenship](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/citizenship/apply/). There are many requirements that one must meet to apply for Canadian citizenship. These include: Featured [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/old-alarm-clock-with-the-word-reduce-on-it-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-is-the-ircc-reducing-processing-time-for-post-graduation-work-permit-applicants) Canadian Immigration News ## [How Is the IRCC Reducing Processing Time for Post-Graduation Work Permit Applicants?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-is-the-ircc-reducing-processing-time-for-post-graduation-work-permit-applicants) [Read Article](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-is-the-ircc-reducing-processing-time-for-post-graduation-work-permit-applicants) [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/happy-group-of-people-cheering-and-clapping-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canadian-government-allocated-2.1-million-in-funding-to-the-newcomer-women-pilot) Canadian Immigration News ## [Canadian Government Allocated $2.1 Million in Funding to the Newcomer Women Pilot](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canadian-government-allocated-2.1-million-in-funding-to-the-newcomer-women-pilot) [Read Article](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canadian-government-allocated-2.1-million-in-funding-to-the-newcomer-women-pilot) [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/lots-of-3d-question-marks-piled-together-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/refugees-face-uncertainty-as-pandemic-causes-processing-delays) Canadian Immigration News ## [Refugees Face Uncertainty As Pandemic Causes Processing Delays](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/refugees-face-uncertainty-as-pandemic-causes-processing-delays) [Read Article](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/refugees-face-uncertainty-as-pandemic-causes-processing-delays) Get The Personalized Help That You Need and Deserve! 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[![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/nanny-playing-blocks-with-a-child-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-a-foreigner-can-work-as-a-nanny-in-canada-in-2021) Canadian Immigration News ## [How a Foreigner Can Work As a Nanny in Canada in 2021](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-a-foreigner-can-work-as-a-nanny-in-canada-in-2021) Many foreign workers immigrate to Canada as a caregiver or nanny. It has become an increasingly popular option. Unlike a caregiver, who is responsible for helping their employer with daily chores, taking medications, etc, a nanny is usually responsible for providing care to the employer’s children. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-asian-couple-girl-looks-annoyed-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-long-does-it-take-to-process-spousal-sponsorship-applications) Canadian Immigration News ## [How Long Does It Take to Process Spousal Sponsorship Applications?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-long-does-it-take-to-process-spousal-sponsorship-applications) While the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) are still accepting applications for the Spousal Sponsorship program, applicants can expect delays in the processing time. The IRCC receives thousands of applications every day from foreign nationals who hope to resettle in Canada.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-female-teacher-in-business-casual-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/immigrate-to-canada-as-a-teacher) Canadian Immigration News ## [Immigrate to Canada As a Teacher](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/immigrate-to-canada-as-a-teacher) Immigrating to a new country will always be a lengthy and overwhelming process. However, every country has certain programs to attract essential skilled workers who are of great value and thus require higher priority. Certain occupations will always remain in demand, for example, doctors, nurses, dentists, teachers.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/clock-in-front-of-a-man-working-at-his-desk-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-are-the-processing-times-of-canadian-visas-in-2021) Canadian Immigration News ## [What Are the Processing Times of Canadian Visas in 2021?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-are-the-processing-times-of-canadian-visas-in-2021) One of the most common questions among immigrants moving to Canada is how long will it take for their [Canadian visas](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/) to be processed. Now, every Canadian visa has a different application and processing time.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-professional-working-at-his-desk-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-can-us-citizens-work-in-canada) Canadian Immigration News ## [How Can US Citizens Work in Canada?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-can-us-citizens-work-in-canada) Recently, Canada allowed fully vaccinated US citizens and lawful permanent residents, including those engaging in non-essential travel to enter Canada from the United States. There are many US citizens and residents who want to work in Canada. They can apply for a temporary work permit to the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/canadian-visitor-visa-application-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-a-canadian-visitor-visa-in-2021) Canadian Immigration News ## [How to Apply for a Canadian Visitor Visa in 2021](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-a-canadian-visitor-visa-in-2021) The Canadian government will remove the travel restrictions for all vaccinated travelers starting from September 7, 2021. While receiving a Canadian Visitor Visa at this time might be difficult, you can easily prepare your application beforehand. Currently, most people can not travel to Canada even with valid Visitor Visas or Electronic Travel Authorizations (eTa).  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/colourful-map-of-canada-with-province-names-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/best-places-for-americans-moving-to-canada) Canadian Immigration News ## [Best Places for Americans Moving to Canada](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/best-places-for-americans-moving-to-canada) The United States Presidential Election of 2020 resulted in the election of Joe Biden becoming the 46th and current President of the US. That spurred thousands of Republican Americans to Google ‘how to move to Canada’. While many did so jokingly, the actual number of US residents moving to Canada has increased in recent years since the Trump election in 2016. OVER A DECADE, WE’VE DEMOCRATIZED AND SIMPLIFIED IMMIGRATION. IT’LL TAKE LESS THAN 1 MINUTE TO FILL OUR ONLINE ASSESSMENT AND A TEAM MEMBER WILL FOLLOW UP WITH YOU. [Get Started](https://www.myvisasource.com/free-assessment) [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/stamp-with-refused-written-on-it-my-visa-source-1.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-are-the-reasons-my-spousal-sponsorship-is-refused) Canadian Immigration News ## [What Are the Reasons My Spousal Sponsorship is Refused?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-are-the-reasons-my-spousal-sponsorship-is-refused) It is very common for new immigrants to [sponsor their spouse or common-law partner for permanent residence](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/permanent-residence/spousal-sponsorship/) in Canada. However, you must be aware of certain factors that could get in the way of your sponsorship application being approved.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/mother-and-daughter-laughing-while-watching-cell-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-to-demonstrate-proof-of-relationship-to-a-relative-in-canada) Canadian Immigration News ## [How to Demonstrate Proof of Relationship to a Relative in Canada](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-to-demonstrate-proof-of-relationship-to-a-relative-in-canada) As an applicant for a [Canadian Visa program](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/), you can receive extra points for claiming to have a relative in Canada who is either a citizen or permanent resident. Providing proof of relationship to a relative in Canada includes demonstrating: [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-ethnic-family-packing-moving-boxes-my-visa-source-1.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/can-you-relocate-after-obtaining-provincial-nomination-for-pr) Canadian Immigration News ## [Can You Relocate After Obtaining Provincial Nomination for PR?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/can-you-relocate-after-obtaining-provincial-nomination-for-pr) Are you applying for a [Provincial Nominee Program](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/provincial-nominee-program/) (PNP)? As we all know, to obtain provincial nomination through any of the streams under the PNP, you are required to demonstrate that you intend to live and settle in the province. But what about relocation? It is the most commonly asked question among provincial immigrants: Can they relocate after immigrating to Canada through provincial nomination? [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-and-cheerful-students-reading-books-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canadian-high-commission-helps-with-the-backlog-of-study-permits) Canadian Immigration News ## [Canadian High Commission Helps with the Backlog of Study Permits](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canadian-high-commission-helps-with-the-backlog-of-study-permits) The Canadian high commission has announced that they will open a dedicated biometric appointment system to clear the mounting backlog of [Study Permit](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/temporary-residence/study-permits/) applications. The Visa Application Centers (VACs) across India have begun scheduling biometric appointments for Study Permit applications beginning July 30, 2021.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-students-working-hard-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-expands-the-student-direct-stream-program-to-include-more-countries) Canadian Immigration News ## [Canada Expands the Student Direct Stream Program to Include More Countries](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-expands-the-student-direct-stream-program-to-include-more-countries) The IRCC recently added Costa Rica as one of the eligible countries for the [Student Direct Stream](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/temporary-residence/study-permits/student-direct-stream/) (SDS) program. This was the latest move in a series of measures to ensure the revival of Canadian high education and post-pandemic immigration levels.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/canadian-citizenship-certificate-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/ircc-has-a-new-online-portal-for-citizenship-applications) Canadian Immigration News ## [IRCC Has a New Online Portal for Citizenship Applications](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/ircc-has-a-new-online-portal-for-citizenship-applications) The Canadian government recently launched an online portal to allow applicants to apply for [Canadian citizenship](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/citizenship/) online. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) opened this tool for single applicants, over the age of 18 on August 11, 2021. Currently, this tool is not available for family applicants or representatives. This tool is also not available for employees of the crown living outside Canada. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/dog-with-a-welcome-sign-on-its-neck-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-invests-100-million-in-improving-settlement-services-for-newcomers) Canadian Immigration News ## [Canada Invests $100 Million in Improving Settlement Services for Newcomers](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-invests-100-million-in-improving-settlement-services-for-newcomers) Canadian immigration minister Marco Mendicino recently announced that the government will be investing $100 million over the next 3 years, from the fall of 2021 till March 31, 2024, to ensure better quality settlement services to newcomers. Settlement services are very essential to an individual’s success in Canada. These services include helping newcomers get work, learn English or French, find accommodation and overall help them integrate into the community.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-man-with-vaccination-bandais-on-his-arm-my-visa-source-1.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-requires-proof-of-vaccination-for-international-travel) Canadian Immigration News ## [Canada Requires Proof of Vaccination for International Travel](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-requires-proof-of-vaccination-for-international-travel) The Canadian government recognized that Proof of Vaccination credentials will be essential in reopening borders and communities all over the world. While the government maintains that Canadians must avoid non-essential travel, they recognize the need to provide a secure way for Canadians to demonstrate their vaccination history to both Canadian and foreign border officials. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/canada-flag-with-artistic-markings-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-can-be-done-about-canadas-immigration-backlog) Canadian Immigration News ## [What Can be Done About Canada’s Immigration Backlog?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-can-be-done-about-canadas-immigration-backlog) Canadian immigrants are facing a hard time right now. Due to the global pandemic, many immigrants with expired Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) are unsure and uncertain about their future in Canada.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-graduates-in-graduation-uniforms-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/oinp-includes-the-masters-graduate-and-the-phd-graduate-to-the-eoi-system) Canadian Immigration News ## [OINP Includes the Master's Graduate and the Ph.D. Graduate to the EOI System](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/oinp-includes-the-masters-graduate-and-the-phd-graduate-to-the-eoi-system) The [Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/provincial-nominee-program/ontario-oinp/) (OINP) recently announced the addition of the [Master's Graduate Stream](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/provincial-nominee-program/ontario-oinp/international-graduate-streams/) (OINP) and the [Ph.D. Graduate Stream](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/provincial-nominee-program/ontario-oinp/international-graduate-streams/) (OINP) to the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. This will allow international graduates with a valid job offer from an employer in Ontario to register for provincial nomination.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/no-airplane-symbol-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-further-extends-the-flight-ban-from-india) Canadian Immigration News ## [Canada Further Extends the Flight Ban from India](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-further-extends-the-flight-ban-from-india) The Canadian government recently extended the flight ban to and from India for another month. To control the spread of the Delta variant of the Covid-19 virus, the flight ban has been extended until September 21, 2021. Initially, the ban was introduced in April as a high proportion of Indian travelers were testing positive for the Covid-19 virus. However, as Canada prepares for the oncoming third wave, the government determined it is in the best interest for the ban to continue.  Popular Recent Posts --- [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/canadian-flag-over-wood-panels-my-visa-source-1.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/is-canada-the-top-destination-for-international-students) ## [Is Canada the Top Destination for International Students?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/is-canada-the-top-destination-for-international-students) Canadian Immigration News [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-professional-woman-over-laptop-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-can-be-helpful-for-establishing-my-business-in-canada) ## [What Can Be Helpful for Establishing My Business In Canada?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/what-can-be-helpful-for-establishing-my-business-in-canada) Canadian Immigration News [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-students-waiting-in-seats-my-visa-source-1.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-can-international-students-get-additional-benefits) ## [How Can International Students Get Additional Benefits?](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-can-international-students-get-additional-benefits) Canadian Immigration News [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/working-on-documents-and-calculator-my-visa-source.jpg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-to-set-up-your-finances-as-a-newcomer-to-canada) ## [How to Set Up Your Finances As a Newcomer to Canada](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/how-to-set-up-your-finances-as-a-newcomer-to-canada) Canadian Immigration News Canadian News The Latest News From Our Canadian Blog [See More Canadian News](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/page/6#) [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/young-east-indian-male-student-with-a-laptop-smiling-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/iindian-international-students-taking-indirect-routes-to-travel-to-canada) Canadian Immigration News ## [Indian International Students Taking Indirect Routes to Travel to Canada](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/iindian-international-students-taking-indirect-routes-to-travel-to-canada) International travelers from India have been forced to take indirect routes to travel to Canada. The Canadian government has imposed a ban on direct flights from India, causing major inconveniences for potential visitors, students, workers, and immigrants. This ban was first implemented on April 22, 2021. It has been extended every month since then. 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The federal government will oversee all the major decisions impacting the immigration system. Therefore, whoever wins the federal election will shape the future of immigration in the country.   [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/quebec-flag-flowing-in-a-beautiful-clear-sky-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/quebec-launches-6-new-regional-plans-to-improve-settlement-services-for-immigrants) Canadian Immigration News ## [Quebec Launches 6 New Regional Plans to Improve Settlement Services for Immigrants](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/quebec-launches-6-new-regional-plans-to-improve-settlement-services-for-immigrants) According to [Quebec Immigration](https://www.myvisasource.com/canadian-immigration/quebec-immigration/)’s website, Quebec recently launched 6 new regional plans to provide improved settlement services to new immigrants. These settlement plans will be operated by the regional networks of the immigration department in collaboration with its economic, community, and municipal partners. [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/american-bridge-with-a-giant-eraser-impeading-people-from-crossing-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/us-border-restrictions-for-canadians-extended-till-september-21) Canadian Immigration News ## [US Border Restrictions for Canadians Extended Till September 21](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/us-border-restrictions-for-canadians-extended-till-september-21) The United States is currently experiencing the fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic as the Delta Variant spreads across the country. Given the rising Covid-19 infection cases, the US Department of Homeland Security announced the extension of US border restrictions until September 21, 2021.  [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/stacks-of-coins-on-the-ground-with-some-leaves-growing-on-top-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-invests-100-million-to-improve-settlement-services) Canadian Immigration News ## [Canada Invests $100 Million to Improve Settlement Services](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/canada-invests-100-million-to-improve-settlement-services) The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently announced the allocation of $100 million in funding to the improvement of settlement services for new immigrants. This funding will be provided through the Service Delivery Improvement Program (SDI). [![](https://www.myvisasource.com/hubfs/Compressed%20Blog%20Images/50kb/wooden-blocks-spelling-out-the-word-expand-my-visa-source-50kb.jpeg) ](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/bringing-afghans-to-safety-with-an-expanded-resettlement-program) Canadian Immigration News ## [Bringing Afghans to Safety with an Expanded Resettlement Program](https://www.myvisasource.com/blog/bringing-afghans-to-safety-with-an-expanded-resettlement-program) The Canadian government recently announced that they will be accepting 20,000 refugees from Afghanistan in the light of the hostile takeover by Taliban forces. Canadian Immigration Minister, Marco Mendicino said that their main focus will be on resettling vulnerable groups under threat of prosecution by the Taliban. This includes individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, women leaders, human right activists and reporters. 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