CANADA IMMIGRATION NEWS AND TIPS

  Dear Ms Powell, I was doing some research online and came across your articles. I notice that you write mostly for people in Jamaica, but I wonder if you would still be able to help me although I am in the UK. I have lived in the UK for years but only on a work permit. I have a friend who lives in Canada, and he said he is now applying for his citizenship. Canada seems to be the best option for me and my family. When I researched, I saw so many programmes. I don’t know what the best option is. I’m highly skilled and my wife and I have degrees. I am confused. Please help. – A.N. Dear A.N., Thank you for your email. I enjoy hearing from my readers around the world. Although the articles are published in  The   Jamaica Gleaner , the policies and programmes are applicable to individuals in other countries except where I highlight that it is specifically for a particular country. CITIZENSHIP APPLICATION Canada has several routes to becoming a permanent resident and then becoming a citizen

Dear Miss Powell, M y sister is s ick in Ontario and she is be gging me to visit her. I already have a valid visa, so I am not worried about that. I’m just so confused about what to do during this pandemic, as the policies seems to be changing all the time. I want to be there for my sister. However, I’m not sure I can deal with the added stress. Do you think it’s safe to travel at this time? What are the things I need to do to have a safe trip? – W.P. Dear W.P., Travelling during the pandemic is not for the faint at heart. Apart from the standard requirement of wearing a mask while travelling, you must take note of the new travel restrictions, which will require some planning and preparation. If you are travelling to Canada, you should be aware that there are new COVID-19 restrictions that you must adhere to. I will outline below the steps to follow to ensure that your travel experience is a little less stressful. PRE-DEPARTURE You must first check if you are authorised to enter Canada

  Dear Ms Powell, I   graduated with a postgraduate certificate from a college in Canada and although I have been blessed to have a job, it is not a job that falls within the required National Occupational Classification (NOC) so that I can apply under the express entry. I have been extremely worried. I saw a recent article that the government has changed the policy for international students. Can you tell me if I would qualify? How do I apply? – I.E. Dear I.E., The Honourable Marco Mendicino, minister of immigration, refugees and citizenship, recently announced that “former international students who hold or held a postgraduate work permit (PGWP) will have the opportunity to apply for an open work permit”. The government will begin accepting application online from January 27-July 27, 2021. This is a special policy, introduced in response to the pandemic and the recognition that students like you may be having a difficulty locating jobs that fall within the National Occupational Class

Join Deidre Powell, Immigration Lawyer in Canada for an online session where she will highlight what it takes to come up with a vision  for 2021.  What is takes to come to Canada and achieve your dreams.   You will be guided and given a chance to and come up with a Word of the Year for yourself and share it with others. It is a time to set your intentions and have a plan of action. Join on us on  Saturday,  January 9, 2021 between 10am-12pm EST to meet people, get creative and set some GOALS for 2021. Registration is Required Register for January 9, 2021 session HERE Technical Requirements:  Please ensure that you have the latest version of  Zoom.    This online program will be hosted on Zoom, a video conferencing software that is free for participants and easy to use on a variety of devices. A computer, tablet or smartphone will work for this event. You will need reliable internet connection and sound capabilities. .  Note: The link to join the  video meeting will be emailed to all