Mimikos Athanassiadis Law

01/26/2024

https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/lawyer-versus-consultant-immigration-data-shows-visa-applicants-have-best-shot-with-former/article_1a94d7ce-0756-5a96-ad49-9d280e9f1da2.amp.html

While lawyers had the highest success rate for visa approvals overall, statistics show approvals for self-represented immigration applicants and those who paid a consultant to prepare their applications were not far behind.

09/19/2023

Good points in assessing an immigration attorney over an immigration consultant.

https://theimmigrater.com/immigration-lawyer-vs-immigration-consultant/?fbclid=IwAR2o7sMfZIPAB2SK5o91zMbccaI8j6uMQNqkqc5-0zZ4obAXqdaTTJQKiew_aem_AfhRwC0r-RzYG-vAUEKT80JVMpNMUDMTfVHFM_MG4n_fdB_9m4Jm03ZM7VJA0e_OXI0&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

Immigration to Canada can be very challenging. Choose an immigration lawyer vs. an immigration consultant for the best in terms of experience and law expertise; this way your lawyer can also represent you in court.

11/16/2022

Immigration is not just good for our communities and our economy. It is essential. That is why the Government of Canada is working to welcome newcomers who bring the skills our economy needs to help address acute labour shortages across the country.

06/08/2022

As we work to recover from the pandemic, the Government of Canada continues to prioritize family reunification so that we can attract, retain and...

03/20/2022

Today we’re launching the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET), a special temporary residence pathway to welcome Ukrainians and their families to Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2022/03/canada-launches-new-temporary-residence-pathway-to-welcome-those-fleeing-the-war-in-ukraine.html

With CUAET, Ukrainians and their family members can stay in Canada as temporary residents for up to 3 years. They will also be eligible for a free open work permit or study permit, which will allow them to work or study across Canada.

Ukrainians and their family who are already in Canada can also apply to extend their visitor status or work permit for up to 3 years or apply for a new work or study permit. We will waive the application fees.

For more information on CUAET and how to apply, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/ukraine-measures.html

01/15/2022

On January 15, 2022, the Government of Canada will begin removing exemptions for certain groups of unvaccinated travellers.

Groups impacted include most in the trade and transportation sector and those 18 years and older travelling for family reunification or as international students.

The Government of Canada will continue to adjust border measures as needed to keep Canadians safe.

Learn more: http://ow.ly/6hYv50HsJFK

*Edit:
The short trip testing exemption mentioned in the November news release linked above was suspended. testing for air & land crossings of less than 72 hours resumed December 21. Learn more: http://ow.ly/bolv50HeGlA

11/04/2021

https://ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/1824317/immigration-quebec-penurie-travailleurs-canada-legault?fbclid=IwAR0CEWuVcZtGwLRt7p5fH3jl4qizus7pQAkEF_bcCFxgjRCJ5OX2QbAFw80

Des travailleurs étrangers, dont le nombre explose depuis l'élection de François Legault, ont vécu des drames.

07/20/2021

We will accept a record number of applications for the 2021 Parents and Grandparents (PGP) program and give those who submitted an Interest to Sponsor form in 2020 another chance to be selected to apply. http://ow.ly/T0El50FA8qA

For the 2021 PGP intake, we will randomly select from the remaining pool of Interest to Sponsor forms received in 2020 and then send invitations to apply to potential sponsors, starting the week of September 20, 2021. We’ll send enough invitations to reach our goal of accepting 30,000 complete applications. Learn more about the 2021 process: http://ow.ly/MNlS50FA8qB

11/12/2020

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2020/11/canada-announces-immigration-measures-supporting-hong-kong-residents-and-canadians-in-hong-kong.html?fbclid=IwAR3mPX9bFbjs1mCit3WrUCsyMT1Ul7xOgwdpo3C2sms_Q3rOQUzGHK2SQc8

Immigration is a key driver of Canada’s economic growth, and Canada continues to welcome the best and brightest from around the world, who help create jobs for Canadians. As we focus on accelerating our recovery, Canada will continue to be the world’s top destination for talent, capital, and job...

10/22/2020

International students with, or approved for, a study permit who will be attending a designated learning institution with a readiness plan approved by their provincial or territorial government may be able to travel to Canada.

The list of designated learning institutions with approved readiness plans is now live: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19/students/approved-dli.html

If you plan to come to Canada as an international student, your designated learning institutions must be on the list with approved readiness plans before you travel. Please be reminded that all travellers must have a plan to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival in Canada.

We’ve been making it easier for international students to pursue their studies online from abroad. Learn about the measures we’ve put in place on PGWP eligibility for those studying from abroad: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19/students.html -online

07/14/2020

As a result of , a new public policy has been implemented that provides an extension to apply for restoration beyond the current 90-day timeframe for foreign nationals in Canada.

Learn more: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/notices/restoration-extension.html