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Immigration Corner | How do I apply?

Immigration Corner | How do I apply? :  Dear Miss Powell, I recently got married to a Canadian citizen. I am in the process of putting together a sponsorship application and I'm wondering if I'm doing it right. I've heard of people's applications getting sent back and I want to avoid that. Can you tell me some of the reasons that applications are sent back? - HM Dear HM, Immigration Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has simplified the process and the number of forms in sponsorship applications. Although the process has been simplified, the requirements are the same. It is usually recommended that you seek the assistance of an immigration lawyer to avoid many of the pitfalls and delays. Your first step would be to ensure that you read the guidelines and download the appropriate forms. IRCC is constantly updating the forms and procedures, therefore it is imperative that you check their website to ensure that you are completing the most recent forms. T...

Immigration Corner | How do I qualify as a refugee?

Immigration Corner | How do I qualify as a refugee? : Dear Ms Powell, I hear that Canada accepts a lot of refugees each year. How do I qualify to be a refugee?- AC Dear AC, Canada is one of the many countries that accept individuals who have a genuine fear of remaining in their own country i f they are able to prove that there is a legitimate and well-founded fear of persecution. That is because Canada is committed to protecting the life, liberty, and security of individuals. This policy is enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom. Canada is a signatory to the Geneva Convention and a strong supporter of the United Nations High Commission for Refugees. To qualify, you must be able to show tangible evidence that your persecution is based on race, gender, nationality, political opinion, membership of a particular group, or show some special circumstances that require the protection of Canada. Another critical factor is that you must be outside of your co...

Find out if you are eligible to immigrate to Canada.

Find out if you are eligible to immigrate to Canada.  Complete our free eligibility form: http://tinyurl.com/Dsplaw  LIKE. SHARE. Contact us: info@deidrepowell.com Tel: 613.695.8777 www.deidrepowell.com