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BC PNP - Tech Pilot Project

One such program that has been gaining attention is the British Columbia Tech Pilot Program. Launched in 2017, the British Columbia Tech Pilot Program is a permanent initiative designed to meet the increasing demand for skilled workers in BC's thriving technology sector.

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Appeal of Refused Sponsorship and PR Renewal Application

We understand the importance of family and the desire to build a life in Canada. For many individuals, sponsorship and PR renewal applications are the key to making this dream a reality. These processes allow Canadian citizens or permanent residents to sponsor their loved ones, such as spouses, common-law partners, dependent children, and other eligible family members.

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How Does Express Entry Work?

As immigration lawyers in Vancouver, we often handle questions about Canada's Express Entry program. It's a complex yet essential system that was designed to facilitate the arrival of in-demand workers and tradesmen from around the world.

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Immigration Arrest: What Should You Do?

In Canada, individuals suspected of illegal entry, unauthorized arrival, or violating immigration laws could be arrested by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

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Common Reasons for Immigration Application Rejections

Most individuals moving through the immigration process have not done anything intentionally wrong. They have not made fraudulent statements that cast themselves or their families in a more favorable, yet fictitious, light. They have not omitted certain facts that they feel could harm their chances for a smooth transition.

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Spousal Sponsorship in The Zoom Era

A lot has changed in the last year. Country borders have closed, international travel has been largely blocked and gatherings of people have been greatly restricted. All of these limitations have raised many immigration-related questions – especially for couples pursuing spousal sponsorship, when in-person weddings are not possible.

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Unintentional Misrepresentation During the Immigration Process

Whether the immigration process is family-based or employment-based, individuals face complex paperwork and a challenging schedule. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for errors to slip through the cracks and ultimately lead to strict penalties for fraud or misrepresentation.

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4 Common Mistakes Made on Immigration Applications

The immigration process itself can be a stressful, emotional time. Not only are you worrying about filling out paperwork, preparing supporting documents and scheduling numerous interviews, you are still handling significant life events such as marriage, a new job and a physical relocation across international borders.

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Does Canadian Immigration Recognize Zoom Marriages?

In the past year, nearly every aspect of daily life has been in some way impacted by COVID-19. Unfortunately, the impact is not limited to mundane occurrences, but has also influenced significant life events from job searches to attending traditional family gatherings.

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