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May I include my parents on my application for permanent residence in Canada as accompanying defendants?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

You may not include your parents as dependents in your permanent residency application. The dependents that you are allowed to include usually include minors, minor children, dependent children, and your spouse.

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Where do I apply for permanent residence in Canada?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

You can apply for Canadian Permanent Residence in Canada by applying to the immigration authorities, called Immigration Refugee Citizenship Canada. There’s two ways. One is online, that is by going to their IRCC website, or directly to the visa office responsible for your area.

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Can I visit Canada while my application for permanent resident is in process?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

You may visit Canada while your Canadian permit application is pending, provided you have an approved temporary visa, or an approved ETA.

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What is permanent residence in Canada?

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Permanent residence in Canada is a status given by the Canadian government. Once you have this status, it allows you to work and get health benefits.

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Can I enter Canada with a DUI?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

You cannot enter Canada with a DUI. However, you have to find out whether you’re eligible to apply for a temporary resident permit, or if you’re eligible for a rehabilitation application.

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What is it that Canadian permanent residents cannot do?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

Canadian permanent residents cannot vote. They cannot run for office or hold jobs that require high-level security clearance.

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I am a Canadian employer. How do I obtain a Canada work permit for a foreign worker?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

If you’re a Canadian employer and you would like to hire a foreign worker, you can apply either two ways. The first one would be to first apply for an LMIA, which is a Labor Market Impact Assessment. Once it’s approved, your foreign worker will be able to apply for a work permit, however,… Read More »

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What is Express Entry?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

Express Entry is an online immigration application. It allows an applicant to submit his or her profile, and based on highest rankings the candidate will be invited to apply for permanent residence.

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How long does it take to sponsor my spouse to Canada?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

If you’re sponsoring your spouse within Canada, also known as inland spousal sponsorship, it would take roughly 12 to 14 months to process. However, if you are doing an overseas process, it may take 12 months or longer.

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