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AC Cooks – On the Go!

ACLA Admin / September 29, 2022

Join us for an exciting series of Atlantic Canada Cooks episodes from around the world. October 9th – live from Morocco with special guest Hakim from R&R Solution October 16th...

Proud to be presenting at the Atlantic Canada Learning Summit, Morocco

ACLA Admin / September 7, 2022

We are proud to announce we are presenting partners and the next Atlantic Canada Learning Summit taking place in Morocco on October 11th! We are so excited to be presenting...

Why you should tour and learn in Atlantic Canada!

ACLA Admin / June 3, 2022

Vacation? YES please, where? When? How long? What will we do? What language do they speak? Do they speak English...?Sound familiar? These are the immediate questions from people we are...

ACLA proudly presented at the Atlantic Canada Learning Summit, Chile

ACLA Admin / April 7, 2022

We were immensely proud to take part in the Atlantic Canada Learning Summit, Chile on March 22nd! Thank you to everyone who made this event such a success. We will...

What is the Study Safe Corridor and why is it important for our students?

ACLA Admin / February 22, 2022

Are you thinking of studying in Atlantic Canada? You might have heard about the Study Safe Corridor. We’re here to help you understand what it is and why it is...

Canada’s first phase to easing border measures for travellers entering Canada

ACLA Admin / July 1, 2021

The Government of Canada has announced the details of the first phase of its approach to easing border measures for travellers entering Canada. These cautious adjustments are now possible because...

International students can receive COVID-19 vaccines while in Canada

ACLA Admin / May 19, 2021

Languages Canada have confirmed that international students in Canada have access to COVID-19 vaccines, regardless of their province of residence. Students are encouraged to follow their province's registration procedure and book themselves...

TITLE: Definition of unaccompanied minor

ACLA Admin / April 22, 2021

A new Order in Council (OIC) was published on March 19, 2021, which specifies that only those less than 18 years of age (regardless of province of point of entry...

IRCC: Processing of applications resumes

ACLA Admin / April 13, 2021

The IRCC, on April 12th, has announced that Visa applicants should start collecting supporting information as they resume processing of applications in progress. As most IRCC offices, Visa Application Centres...

IRCC: Extension to Visitor Work Permits during COVID-19

ACLA Admin / March 31, 2021

The IRCC, on March 29th, has announced that a temporary public policy that allows visitors to apply for and receive a work permit without having to leave Canada will be...

IRCC: Survey for Refugees

ACLA Admin / March 31, 2021

The IRCC, on March 25th, has announced that they will be inviting privately sponsored refugees from the Group of Five and Community Sponsorship streams to participate in a survey. Participants...

IRCC: Retention of biometric information

ACLA Admin / March 23, 2021

The IRCC, on March 19th, has announced that due to an issue with systems, some people's biometric data has been held for longer than the stated retention period. Those affected...

Languages Canada Study Safe Corridor – TRAVEL SAFE registration platform upgraded

ACLA Admin / March 10, 2021

The Languages Canada Study Safe Corridor – TRAVEL SAFEregistration platform has been revamped and offers a more streamlined,user-friendly experience for international students booking their Canadian safe arrival and quarantine package....

IRCC: Changes to the pre-removal risk assessment for Belarus

ACLA Admin / February 22, 2021

The IRCC has released new guidance on February 19th for the amendment of the pre-removal risk assessment for those coming into Canada from Belarus. For more information:https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/notices/pre-removal-risk-assessment-b...

Government Guidance: Entering Canada by Air (February 2021)

ACLA Admin / February 19, 2021

The Canadian Government has released the above infographic to help guide newcomers to Canada through the process of entering during COVID-19.

IRCC: Thousands of skilled workers invited to stay permanently in Canada

ACLA Admin / February 16, 2021

Approximately 27,300 workers with Canadian experience received an invitation on the 13th of February to apply for permanent residence. These workers fall under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) of the...

IRCC: Post-graduation work permit program (PGWP) update

ACLA Admin / February 3, 2021

The IRCC has released new guidance on January 28th for the Post-Graduate Work Permit Program. Clarifications have been made for post-graduation work permit (PGWP) applicants residing in Quebec. For more...

IRCC: Accessibility at citizenship ceremonies update

ACLA Admin / February 3, 2021

The IRCC has released new guidance on January 28th for the current citizenship ceremonies restrictions, including: links to the audio versions of the oath of citizenship and the ordering instructions...

IRCC: Temporary residence update

ACLA Admin / February 3, 2021

The IRCC has released new guidance on February 1st for the current Ministerial Instructions for temporary residence applications until September 30, 2021. For more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/updates/2021-ministerial-instructions-temporary-residence.html

IRCC: Program delivery update

ACLA Admin / January 26, 2021

The IRCC has released new guidance on January 25th for the examination and issuance of study and work permits for foreign nationals in Canada who received an approval of their...