10808 130 Street, Surrey, BC V3T 0A7
ISSUES RELATED TO COVID -19
We are continuing to conduct consultations by Telephone, WhatsApp and Zoom!
Please contact us at 604-588-9800 or by email at canada@lindamark.com with any questions related to your immigration matters.
With the uncertainty that COVID-19 brings we can also help you with preparation of a will. Please call our office for further details.
Express Entry Invitation to Apply as of February 13, 2021
On February 13, 2021, Canada Immigration (IRCC) invited 27,332 people from the Express Entry pool under the Canadian Experience Class. This draw was unprecedented. With the number of people invited the lowest score dropped to 75 points. This compares to 454 points (the lowest score in all rounds of invitations since September 2020).
Please contact us:
• If you were selected from the pool on February 13 and require assistance with your application
• If you were not selected, this draw has created opportunities for ALL categories. We may be able to assist you with how to proceed further with your situation.
On April 14, 2021, two new programs were introduced to facilitate Permanent Residency for Foreign Workers with Canadian work experience and Recent International Graduates.
These programs have created an opportunity for many individuals currently in Canada (who may not otherwise qualify for immigration) to apply for permanent residence to Canada. These are temporary programs due to expire before the end of 2021. Please call us if you would like an assessment of your qualifications and how to proceed further.
Recent Changes to the U.S. Policy in Afghanistan.
The US government has announced its intention to withdraw ALL troops from Afghanistan by September of this year. Please contact us if you are seeking immigration status in Canada.
Permanent Resident Status in canada
For locally-based representation, Mark & Company’s immigration lawyer in Surrey has many years of experience in the following types of permanent resident applications:
- Sponsorship Applications
- Spouse or common-law partners, including same-sex relationships
- Dependent children
- Parents and grandparents
- Adopted children
- Selected other categories of individuals
- Express Entry
- Skilled Worker
- Skilled Trades
- Canadian Experience Class
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Applications
- Skilled Worker (BC PNP)
- Entry Level and Semi-Skilled (BC PNP)
- International Graduate (BC PNP)
- International Post Graduate (BC PNP)
- Healthcare Professional (BC PNP)
- Entrepreneur Program (BC PNP)
- Humanitarian and Compassionate Applications
- Home Child Care Provider Pilot / Home Support Worker Pilot
- Refugee Claimants Working as Health Care Workers During COVID-19
- Self-employed Applications
When Mark & Company is retained to prepare a permanent resident application we:
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Assess the circumstances surrounding a client’s case and plan a suitable immigration strategy
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Outline the supporting documentation required
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Prepare all immigration forms required for the specific application
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Submit the application to the appropriate immigration office
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Act as the mailing address for the applicant throughout the immigration process
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Prepare all correspondence required throughout the processing of the application
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If required, prepare the applicant for interviews with Canada Immigration officers
Meeting Residency Requirements for Permanent Residents of Canada
Maintaining residency requirements is a critical aspect of maintaining one’s permanent resident status in Canada. Although most individuals may be aware of the general rule that a permanent resident must be physically present in Canada for at least two of each five year period, there is a lot of confusion surrounding the rules. This often results (often needlessly) in the loss of permanent resident status. Mark & Company can assist you in:
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Assessing residency and how to deal with maintaining residency requirements
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Applying for permanent resident cards
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Applying for Travel documents (if you are outside of Canada)
Obtaining Canadian Citizenship
Mark & Company can assist clients in preparing their citizenship related applications. This includes:
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Citizenship Applications (permanent residents applying for Canadian citizenship)
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Citizenship Certificate Applications (individuals born outside of Canada to a Canadian parent)
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Citizenship Applications for Adopted Children
