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Qualifying job positions for specialized knowledge workers As of June 9, 2014, a more rigorous assessment will be applied by officers processing work permit applications for Intra-company Transferees (ICTs) applying as Specialized Knowledge workers. In order for the applicant to be eligible for the exemption (whether under R204 or R205), it must be determined that the…
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July 18, 2024 Officers are informed that the LMIA exemption codes for intra-company transferees are C61, C62 or C63. These instructions have been updated to reflect this change. Updated instructions International Mobility Program: Canadian interests – Significant benefit – Intra-company transferees [R205(a)] (exemption codes C61, C62, C63) International Mobility Program: Canadian interests – Significant benefit – Intra-company transferees – General…
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These instructions provide operational guidance related to temporary special measures for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and temporary residents of Canada directly affected by the 2024 wildfire season in Canada. These measures are effective July 19, 2024 and are in place until November 30, 2024. They apply to temporary resident clients applying to restore or extend…
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From: Canada Border Services Agency News release July 4, 2024 Ottawa, Ontario New regulatory amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR) will help improve processing efficiency at the border, strengthen border integrity and enhance public safety. The regulatory amendments allow a Minister’s Delegate to issue a removal order directly at the port of entry for straightforward transborder criminal…
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