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27 Jun, 2023 | 04:39 AM]
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During the processing of a Canada Family Class Sponsorship application, some sponsored spouses and their dependent children usually come to Canada as temporary residents - to be with their sponsor. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that by the end of May, a temporary public policy will be established for these individuals, which will allow them to work in Canada while their application is being processed.
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This public policy will issue an Open Work Permit to foreign nationals applying to live and work in Canada under Family Class Sponsorship - including dependent children over 18 years old. These open work permits were previously only allowed for the inland spousal sponsorship program and are now being extended to those who are applying from outside Canada.
IRCC states that issuing Open Work Permits to these individuals will not only help the financial stability of families and their ability to settle in the community but will also address drastic labor shortages across professions mentioned on the Canada In-demand Occupation List.
IRCC may grant an Open Work Permit under this new policy to foreign nationals who meet either of the following eligibility requirements:
1. The foreign national:
OR
2. The foreign national:
On May 26, 2023, Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) - made an announcement to strengthen Family Class Immigration in Canada. The new and improved measures include:
Immigration remains a crucial component in addressing Canada’s drastic labor shortages in almost every sector. These initiatives along with the new policy will strengthen family reunification by facilitating temporary resident status and work opportunities for spouses, partners, and dependent children while they await their permanent residence.
Source: canada.ca
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