Recollection of Canadian Immigration Policy Changes in 2017

Canada has been the flourishing hub for immigrants for more than a decade. Its immigration friendly rules, innumerable opportunities, upright living standards and welcoming citizens have always attracted people around the world. However after the change in the US immigration policy, Canada has also amended a few changes in its policies for immigration. Given below are a few prominent changes in the immigration rules of Canada in 2017.

• Execution of Bill C-6 — In June 2017, the anticipated C-6 bill for the citizenship act received an earnest approval and was fully implemented on 11th of October, 2017. According to this act, permanent residents of Canada with three years of physical presence in last five years can go for Canadian citizenship. Also the government can’t cancel the citizenship for dual citizens when condemned for treason or any other terrorist activity.
• CETA: Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement — A free trade agreement has been implemented on 21st September, 2017. The main purpose of this agreement is to comprehend and create faster and better market place in European territories and Canada. The processing of goods, services and laborers are simplified and tariffs got removed.
• Dependent Child age changed to 21 years — This rule was passed on 24th of October 2017 and proved to be beneficial for families that were planning to immigrate to Canada.
• The Express Entry System — Changes in the rules of Express Entry system was implemented on 6th of June 2017. The IRCC department declared that the French candidates can get additional Comprehensive Ranking Point for express entry. People who have siblings, 18+ of age as PRs or citizens in Canada will also get extra CRP for the express entry.

With these Laws, despite US is closing doors for immigrants, Canada welcomes them with open arms with more lenient procedures and better quality of life. To apply for Canadian Visa, contact one of the best overseas immigration consultants of northern India, Vinay Hari. With thousands of success stories and maximum visa deliverance rate, Vinay Hari makes sure your dreams come true.