FIFA World Cup 2026 Canada FAQ: Length of Stay, Family Travel, Passport Validity, and Border Screening
With FIFA World Cup 2026 underway, Toronto and Vancouver are welcoming fans from around the world. While many visitors have already reviewed Canada’s visa and entry requirements, there are still several practical immigration and travel questions that frequently arise before departure. In our previous article, we discussed visitor visas, Electronic Travel Authorizations (eTAs), and Canada’s […]
Canada Announces Temporary Ebola-Related Immigration and Border Measures
The Government of Canada has announced temporary immigration and border measures in response to the Ebola disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and increasing risks in Uganda and South Sudan. The measures are intended to reduce the risk of Ebola entering and spreading within Canada while public health officials continue to […]
Declining Approval Outcomes and Shifting Student Trends: What Recent Immigration Data Shows
Recent data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows notable changes across Canada’s immigration system between 2022 and 2025. IRCC processing statistics reviewed by the author indicate that, in several permanent residence categories, the proportion of processed applications resulting in approval was lower in 2025 compared to earlier years. At the same time, Statistics […]
TR to PR Pathways Under Review
Ravi Jain was featured in The Globe and Mail discussing Canada’s evolving approach to permanent residence pathways for temporary foreign workers (the TR to PR pathway). The article examines how current policy direction may affect workers already living and contributing to the Canadian economy. He also highlighted broader considerations around system capacity, fairness, and the need for […]
Ravi Jain weighs in on national spotlight on immigration policy communication practices
This April 22, 2026 The Globe and Mail feature brings attention to growing scrutiny over how immigration policy updates are communicated outside official channels. The article outlines concerns from the legal community about consistency and reliability in public messaging. Ravi Jain is quoted, emphasizing the need for responsible communication to maintain confidence in Canada’s immigration system.
CBC News feature on visa challenges affecting FIFA Congress attendees in Canada.
Ravi Jain was featured in CBC News on April 18, discussing visa challenges impacting FIFA Congress attendees travelling to Canada. The article highlights how visa applications can be heavily scrutinized based on factors such as geopolitical instability, potential refugee claims, and the strength of an applicant’s ties to their home country. Despite IRCC’s temporary facilitation measures for […]
Canada Extends Temporary Special Measures for Iranian Nationals
March 4, 2026 – Ottawa – The Government of Canada has announced an extension of certain temporary special measures for Iranian nationals who are currently in Canada. These measures were originally introduced in February 2023 in response to instability in Iran and were designed to provide temporary support to eligible Iranian nationals already in the […]
Canada Launches $1.7 Billion Initiative to Recruit World Leading Researchers
Canada is making a historic investment in research, innovation, and global talent attraction with the launch of the Canada Global Impact+ Research Talent Initiative. Announced by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, this initiative represents a major step toward strengthening Canada’s position as a global leader in scientific excellence. Backed by 1.7 billion dollars […]
Canada Introduces Work Permit Exemption for FIFA-Invited Workers: What You Need to Know
Canada is set to host the 76th Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) Congress and portions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Toronto and Vancouver – marking the first time the men’s tournament will be held in Canada. In anticipation, IRCC has introduced a temporary public policy that will allow select foreign nationals invited […]
Spotlight on CILA’s Inaugural Conference and the Francophone Immigration Debate
At the Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association (CILA) inaugural conference on October 28, 2025, I had the privilege of engaging in a compelling discussion about the direction of our immigration system – particularly the way French-speaking applicants are being selected through the Express Entry model. During one of the sessions, my colleague Mark Holthe noted that […]