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If you are a Canadian married to a US citizen, you may be eligible to apply for a green card which allows you to live and work in the country permanently. As a Canadian you have two options - apply in the U.S. on B-1/B-2 status or complete the whole process in Canada. Each application method has advantages and disadvantages that will be discussed in this article. Here’s what Canadians need to know about each of the options.
- Nikola Misina
The required score on these language tests typically aligns with the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) or Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) for French. These benchmarks define the levels of proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. In the following article we will try 'decoding' the 'CLB code'.
- Nikola Misina
June 9, 2025: The West Kootenay Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) has officially introduced its priority sectors and occupations. The program is currently accepting applications from employers who wish to obtain designated status. Applications for community recommendations will commence in early July. In addition, the program will soon provide information regarding the application process for community recommendations.
- Nikola Misina
The process of extending a work permit in Canada can be intricate, necessitating meticulous consideration of numerous regulations and procedures. It is crucial to comprehend the available options for work permit extensions in Canada. Given the recent limitations placed on LMIA applications, extending a work permit has become increasingly difficult.
- Nikola Misina
Saskatchewan is introducing specific caps to guarantee that our finite nomination allocation is distributed strategically among all economic sectors. This strategy promotes improved settlement results, prevents any one sector from disproportionately utilizing the program, and aligns with new federal mandates while catering to the province's varied economic requirements.
- Nikola Misina
Before submitting an LMIA application, it is essential to check if any low-wage positions are situated in CMAs by following these steps. If any positions are found in a CMA, you must then verify the CMA’s unemployment rate using the provided table. If any job locations are within a CMA that has an unemployment rate of 6% or higher, your application will not be processed.
- Nikola Misina