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March 7, 2024

IRCC announces New Immigration Pilot for Rural Communities

Dear future neighbour,

Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, on Wednesday March 6, 2024, announced new Canada immigration pilots for rural and francophone minority communities. This Rural Community Immigration Pilot will be fully in effect by fall 2024.

The immigration minister also stated the importance of the RNIP (Rural Northern Immigration Pilot) and its success.

As of the end of January, the minister emphasized that 5,158 newcomers obtained permanent residency through this pathway, with approximately 87% of respondents from surveys indicating that they remained in these communities.

IRCC is working towards adding more communities to be included in this program with the goal to guarantee that programs that alleviate labour shortages and assist local businesses in finding the labour they require will still be available in rural regions.

The programs will offer pathways to permanent residence for new comers who would want to settle down in these rural communities permanently and are also able to meet their urgent labour shortages. The francophone program also aims to ensure the development of francophone minority towns and increase the number of French speaking immigrants settling in these communities outside of Quebec.

The IRCC will commence the community application process this spring for the communities participating in the pilots. Further details will be provided in the months ahead.

Need help obtaining a visitor visa to visit Canada, or professional help putting in a study visa application, work permit application, Expression of Interest, creating an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an invitation to apply or even just reviewing an application you prepared yourself? Book a consultation or send us an email on info@eseumohimmigration.com

March 1, 2024

Canada imposes New Visa requirements for Mexican citizens effective February 29, 2024

By EUIC Admin News, Temporary Visa

Dear future neighbour,

This update is in response to a rise in asylum petitions filed by Mexican citizens that are denied, withdrawn or abandoned. The new changes will apply even if you have already booked your trip to Canada so this is very important.

According to IRCC, having pre-booked travel reservations or a previously valid electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) does not ensure approval for a new eTA or visa.

Mexican citizens can reapply for a new eTA if they fall into any of these categories:

frequently fly to Canada and have had a visitor visa to Canada in the last ten years
or currently possess a valid non-immigrant visa to the United States.

If they do not have any of the above, they require a visa.

Mexican citizens who have valid Canadian work or study permits are unaffected. Their eTA will not be cancelled and they will be able to continue traveling to Canada.

Mexican citizens residing in Canada without a Canadian study or work permit are allowed to stay for the duration of their permitted stay. However, when they leave Canada and intend to return, they must obtain a visa or a new electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), if eligible.

Due to the new entrance regulations, Mexican visitors may experience delays upon arrival at Canadian airports. It’s important for Mexican visitors to be aware of these regulations and plan accordingly for potential delays when traveling to Canada.

February 27, 2024

The most expensive cities in British Columbia, Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre

By EUIC Admin News

Dear future neighbour,

In the city of Burnaby, BC, you can rent a three bedroom apartment for an average of $6,000 in the city centre. This is according to statistics available on Numbeo.com which are gathered from residents of the city.

Unfortunately, accommodation affordability cannot be the only factor you consider when moving to a new city, For the next month, we will review these factors and recommend cities based on statistics to help you make an informed decision.

See below in descending order the list of cities where rent is most expensive in the city centre in the province of British Columbia, Canada:

Burnaby: $6,000
North Vancouver – $5,875
Vancouver – $5,065
Delta – $4,800
Victoria – $4,404
Surrey – $4,300
New Westminster – $4,000
Richmond – $3,700
Parksville – $3,450
Campbell River – $3,400

Did we leave out any? Would you like to ask some questions? Are you interested in studying in Canada? Need help obtaining a visitor visa to visit Canada, work permit application, Expression of Interest, creating an express entry or provincial nomination profile or even just reviewing an application you prepared yourself? Start the journey by sending an email on info@eseumohimmigration.com

February 26, 2024

Master’s Programs in Canada Offering 1-Year Duration Alongside 3-Year Work Permit

By EUIC Admin News, Study Visa 1

Dear future neighbour,

In line with recent reforms by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) pertaining to international students planning to pursue studies in Canada, a cap has been implemented on the annual influx of international students. Notably, this cap does not apply to master’s and doctorate-level students.

Effective February 15, 2024, students who have completed a master’s program become eligible for a three-year Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP). Additionally, only spouses and common-law partners of master’s, doctorate, or professional degree students are eligible to apply for a Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP).

There are many benefits attached to offering a one-year master’s program in Canada, it is cost effective and also you can graduate and get a job immediately instead of studying for another year as in the case of a two-year degree program.

See below list of universities across Canada offering one-year master’s programs for the 2024 fall intake:

Brock University
- Master of Professional Accounting December 2024
Crandall University
- Master of Organizational Management
Lakehead University
- Master of Science in Management, Computer Science, and Business Administration
Laurentian University
- Master of Forensic Science
- Master of Engineering in Engineering Science—Fast Track
- Forensic Science—Molecular Biology
- Forensic Science—Chemistry/Toxicology, and
- Business Administration
Nipissing University
- Master of Arts in History: Gender History, European History, Environmental History, International History, and Canadian History
Ontario Tech University
- Master of Business Analytics and AI
Royal Roads University
- Master of Global Management
Thompson Rivers University
- Master in Environmental Economics and Management,
- Master of Science in Environmental Economics and Management,
- Master of Business Administration
Toronto Metropolitan University
- Master of Interior Design,
- Master of Arts in Immigration and Settlement Studies,
- Media Production,
- Master of Professional Communication,
- Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics,
- Master of Arts in Early Childhood Studies,
- Master of Arts in International Economics and Finance,
- Master of Spatial Analysis, Master of Social Work, Master of Digital Media)
Trent University
- Master of Management: Strategic Change Management,
- Master of Management,
- Master of Education in Educational Studies,
- Master of Arts in Sustainability Studies,
- Master of Instrumental Chemical Analysis,
- Master of Arts in History: Colonialism and Conflict, Regional and Transnational History, European History, Canadian History, Social and Cultural History, Iberian American History,
- Master of Arts in Canadian Studies and Indigenous Studies,
- Master of Science in Forensic Science)
Trinity Western University
- Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Humanities, English, Philosophy, and History
University of Alberta
- Master of Engineering – Chemical and Materials Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering,
- Master of Business Administration (Fast Track) – Natural Resources, Energy, and Environment, Operations and Business Analytics, Sustainability, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Real Estate, Finance, International Business, Public Sector and Healthcare Management, Supply Chain Management,
- Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering,
- Master of Business Administration (Fast Track),
- Master of Science in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences- Integrated Petroleum Geosciences, Integrated Petroleum Geosciences,
- Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering)
University of Manitoba
- Master of Finance,
- Master of Business Administration
University of New Brunswick
- Master in Quantitative Investment Management,
- Master of Business Administration
University of Northern British Columbia
- Master of Arts in Gender Studies
University of Ottawa
- Master of Business Administration
University of Prince Edward Island
- Master of Business Administration in Global Leadership
University of Regina
- Master of Science in Computer Science (Data Science),
- Master of Journalism
University of Saskatchewan
- Master of Business Administration
University of Victoria – Kaplan
- Master of Global Business,
- Master of Arts in English,
- Master of Arts in Economics,
- Master of Management
University of Windsor
- Master of Arts in Political Science,
- Master of Applied Computing,
- Master of Education
Wilfrid Laurier University
- Master of International Public Policy

Need help obtaining admission into a college/university in Canada, or professional help putting in a study visa application, work permit application, Expression of Interest, creating an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an invitation to apply or even just reviewing an application you prepared yourself? Book a consultation or send us an email on info@eseumohimmigration.com

February 26, 2024

The most affordable city in British Columbia, Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

By EUIC Admin News

Dear future neighbour,

First off, British Columbia (BC) is not generally considered one of the most affordable provinces in Canada, especially when it comes to housing costs. Cities like Vancouver, in particular, are known for their high cost of living, including expensive real estate and rental prices. The cost of living in BC, including housing, transportation, and other expenses, tends to be higher compared to other provinces in Canada.

In the city of Prince George as well as Salmon Arm, you can rent a three bedroom apartment for as low as $1,800 on the city centre. This is according to statistics available on Numbeo.com gathered from the residents of the city.

See below in descending order the full list of the cities where you can rent a 3 bedroom apartment for $2,550 or lower in the city centre in the province of BC:

Maple Ridge – $2,550
Courtenay – $2,500
Powell River – $2,500
Vernon – $2,350
Penticton – $2,312
Cranbrook- $ 2,269
Chilliwack – $2,225
Williams Lake – $1,900
Prince George – $1,800
Salmon Arm – $1,800

Unfortunately, accommodation affordability cannot be the only factor you consider when moving to a new city. For the next month, we will review these factors and recommend cities based on statistics to help you make an informed decision.

February 26, 2024

The most expensive city in Ontario Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

By EUIC Admin News

Dear future neighbour,

In the city of Toronto, Ontario you can rent a three bedroom apartment for an average of $4,384 in the city centre. This is according to statistics available on Numbeo.com which are gathered from residents of the city.

Unfortunately, accommodation cannot be the only factor you consider when moving to a new city. It’s worth noting that rental prices can vary depending on the neighborhood, building amenities, and other factors. While Toronto offers a wide range of cultural, entertainment, and employment opportunities, the cost of housing remains a significant consideration for residents. For the next month, we will review these factors and recommend cities based on statistics to help you make an informed decision.

See below in descending order the full list of the cities where rent is most expensive in the city centre in the province of Ontario:

Toronto – $4,384
Markham – $3,766
Mississauga – $3,733
Richmond Hill – $3,666
Vaughan – $3,600
London – $3,350
Ottawa – $3,311
Sarnia – $3,250
Woodstock – $3,250
Waterloo- $3,225
Orillia – $3,200
Burlington – $3,150
Guelph -$3,128
Brampton – $3,125
Pickering – $3,033
Stratford – $3,000

February 23, 2024

Canada hopes to extend international students work policy time

By EUIC Admin News, Study Visa, Temporary Visa

Hello future neighbour,

Canada made multiple changes in the beginning of the year in a bid to improve the welfare of international students. Some of these changes included an increase in the cost of living which took effect from January 1, 2024, also the requirement of a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) from the province where the student will reside. A cap was also placed on the number of international students received annually thereby reducing the number of temporary residents by limiting the eligibility for Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) and Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP).

These changes have been contested by international students who have complained about the PGWP and SOWP.

Recently, the Immigration Minister, Marc Miller extended the full-time work policy for eligible international students to April, 30, 2024, this is to enable the students sustain their cost of living.

Not all students are eligible to work, only study permit applicants meeting the below criteria are eligible until April 30, 2024:

If study permit application (or extension) was received by IRCC by October 7, 2022

If any of the following apply to you, you may work off campus for more than 20 hours per week between November 15, 2022, and April 30, 2024:

You are a full-time student at a DLI with a study permit (or part-time if it’s your last semester of study).
Despite the expiration of your study permit, you have kept your status and are enrolled full-time (or part-time if it’s your last semester) in classes at a DLI.

If study permit application (or extension) was received by IRCC between October 8, 2022, and December 7, 2023

If any of the following apply to you, you may work off campus for more than 20 hours per week between January 1, 2024, and April 30, 2024:

You are a full-time student at a DLI with a study permit (or part-time if it’s your last semester of study).
Despite the expiration of your study permit, you have kept your status and are enrolled full-time (or part-time if it’s your last semester) in classes at a DLI.
Although your study permission has been granted, you have not yet entered Canada.

Any individual who has submitted a study permit application or extension to IRCC after December 7, 2023, is ineligible to work more than 20 hours.

IRCC is however considering increasing the off-campus working hours for students to 30 hours weekly while class is in session.

February 21, 2024

The most affordable city in Ontario Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

By EUIC Admin News

Dear future neighbour,

First off, Ontario is not one of the most affordable provinces in Canada, so don’t be surprised by this list.

In the city of Kenora, Ontario, you can rent a three bedroom apartment for as low as $2,000 in the city centre. This is according to statistics available on Numbeo.com gathered from the residents of the city.

There are other factors that affect your choice of a comfortable apartment when moving to a new city apart from affordability, we understand this and would be reviewing these factors and recommend cities based on statistics to help you make an informed decision.

See below in descending order list of cities to rent a 3-bedroom apartment for $2,550 or lower in the city centre in the province of Ontario:

1. St. Catherine’s – $2,550

2. Chatham-Kent – $2,500

3. Welland – $2,500

4. Belleville – $2,470

5. Cambridge – $2300

6. Kingston – $2,250

7. Peterborough – $2,250

8. Thunder Bay – $2,233

9. Windsor – $2,200

10. Sault St. Marie – $2,175

11. Niagara Falls – $2,145

12. Owen Sound – $2,100

13. Timmins – $2,100

14. Kenora – $2,000

February 21, 2024

Rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre for $1,500 or lower in these Canadian cities

By EUIC Admin News

Dear future neighbour,

No! Ottawa, Ontario is not on this list but did you know you can rent a three bedroom apartment for as low as $1,125 in the city centre at Lethbridge, AB. This is according to statistics by numbeo.com which was gathered from residents of the city.

Unfortunately, accommodation affordability cannot be the only factor you consider when moving to a new city. We would keep reviewing these factors and recommend cities based on statistics to help you make an informed decision.

See below in descending order the full list of cities where you can rent a 3-bedroom apartment for $1,500 or less in the city center:

1. Medicine Hat, AB – $1,500

2. Miramichi, NB- $1,500

3. Summerside, PEI- $1,500

4. Sherbrooke, QC- $1,466

5. Regina, Sk- $1,437.50

6. Prince George, BC- $1,300

7. Edmunston, NB- $1,250

8. Trois-Rivieres, QC- $1,166

9. Lethbridge, AB- $1,125

February 13, 2024

Update on Permanent Residency Application under Canada Agri-Food Pilot

By EUIC Admin Business Visa, News, Temporary Visa

Dear future neighbour,

On Saturday February 10, 2024, two new changes were made to the Canada Agri-Food pilot for permanent residency.

Firstly, candidates who reside in Canada at the time of application can choose to meet either the job offer or the educational requirement

Secondly, the IRCC now credits work experience obtained under an open work permit toward the work experience criteria for vulnerable workers

See below the eligibility requirements for applicants in Canada or outside Canada intending to apply for permanent residency under the Agri Food Pilot:

Applicants must have at least a cumulative of one year, non-seasonal, full-time experience in the following three years—that is, at least 1,560 hours over 52 weeks.
Applicant must be skilled in one or more of the Agri food jobs that qualify in one of the relevant industries.
This expertise must have been obtained over the course of a minimum 12-month LMIA-based work visa.
Applicants must have received an offer for a full-time, permanent non-seasonal position in a qualifying occupation in one of the qualified Agri-food industries.
The applicant must have a standard education on same level with a high school diploma in Canada.
Applicants must have enough settlement money to support themselves and their families if they intend to move with them. However, applicants do not need to present a settlement money if they are currently employed in Canada under a work permit.

Applicants must have a valid temporary resident status if they already reside in Canada.
Applicants must reach the required minimum Agri-food pilot language score in the table below:

Language Tests	Reading	Writing	Listening	Speaking
CELPIP	4	4	4	4
IELTS GT	3.5	4.0	4.5	4.0
TEF Canada	121-150	181-225	145-180	181-225
TCF Canada	342-374	4-5	331-368	4-5

See below Occupations Eligible for Agri-Food Pilot

For meat product manufacturing (NAICS 3116)

NOC 63201 – Butchers – retail and wholesale
NOC 65202 – Meat cutters and fishmongers – retail and wholesale
NOC 94141 – Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers
NOC 82030 – Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors
No. 84120: Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators
NOC 85100 – Livestock labourers
NOC 95106 – Labourers in food and beverage processing

For greenhouse, nursery and floriculture production, including mushroom production (NAICS 1114)

NOC 82030 – Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors
No. 84120: Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators
NOC 85100 – Livestock labourers
NOC 85101 – Harvesting labourers

For animal production, excluding aquaculture (NAICS 1121, 1122, 1123, 1124 and 1129)

NOC 82030 – Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors
No. 84120: Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators
NOC 85100 – Livestock labourers
NOC 85101: Harvesting Labourers

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IRCC announces New Immigration Pilot for Rural Communities

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Canada imposes New Visa requirements for Mexican citizens effective February 29, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

The most expensive cities in British Columbia, Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre

Dear future neighbour,

See below in descending order the list of cities where rent is most expensive in the city centre in the province of British Columbia, Canada:

Master’s Programs in Canada Offering 1-Year Duration Alongside 3-Year Work Permit

Dear future neighbour,

See below list of universities across Canada offering one-year master’s programs for the 2024 fall intake:

The most affordable city in British Columbia, Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

Dear future neighbour,

See below in descending order the full list of the cities where you can rent a 3 bedroom apartment for $2,550 or lower in the city centre in the province of BC:

The most expensive city in Ontario Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

Dear future neighbour,

See below in descending order the full list of the cities where rent is most expensive in the city centre in the province of Ontario:

Canada hopes to extend international students work policy time

Hello future neighbour,

If study permit application (or extension) was received by IRCC by October 7, 2022

If study permit application (or extension) was received by IRCC between October 8, 2022, and December 7, 2023

The most affordable city in Ontario Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

Dear future neighbour,

See below in descending order list of cities to rent a 3-bedroom apartment for $2,550 or lower in the city centre in the province of Ontario:

Rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre for $1,500 or lower in these Canadian cities

Dear future neighbour,

See below in descending order the full list of cities where you can rent a 3-bedroom apartment for $1,500 or less in the city center:

Update on Permanent Residency Application under Canada Agri-Food Pilot

Dear future neighbour,

See below the eligibility requirements for applicants in Canada or outside Canada intending to apply for permanent residency under the Agri Food Pilot:

See below Occupations Eligible for Agri-Food Pilot

For meat product manufacturing (NAICS 3116)

For greenhouse, nursery and floriculture production, including mushroom production (NAICS 1114)

For animal production, excluding aquaculture (NAICS 1121, 1122, 1123, 1124 and 1129)