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Humanitarian and Compassionate Application Canada: Who Qualifies in 2026?

Max Chaudhary — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:57:26 +0000

A humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) application may offer a path to permanent residence in Canada when regular immigration programs are not available. Your establishment in Canada, family ties, hardship and the best interests of affected children may be relevant. Eligibility restrictions apply, and approval is not guaranteed. Explore Chaudhary Law Office’s H&C application services for […]

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Canada Express Entry Category-Based Draws 2026: Healthcare, Trades, STEM

Max Chaudhary — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:56:40 +0000

Understanding Express Entry category based draws in 2026 starts with your occupation, NOC code, work experience and CRS score. This guide explains healthcare, trades and STEM category requirements and what they mean for your Canadian permanent residence plans. Meeting category requirements does not guarantee an invitation; check IRCC’s instructions for each round. For advice on […]

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Misrepresentation Under IRPA: 5-Year Ban, Appeals & Innocent Mistake Defence

Max Chaudhary — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:55:58 +0000

Misrepresentation under section 40 of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) can affect your application and future immigration plans. An incorrect employment date, an undisclosed family member or documents submitted by a representative may raise concerns. This guide explains the five-year ban, procedural fairness letters, appeal options and the limited innocent mistake defence. Chaudhary […]

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Citizenship Residency Requirement: 1,095 Days Explained (With Calculator Logic)

Max Chaudhary — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:55:21 +0000

Applying for Canadian citizenship involves more than counting three years on a calendar. You need to establish how many days you were physically present in Canada, account for eligible time before becoming a permanent resident, and use the correct five-year eligibility period. Even a few incorrectly counted travel days can affect your application date. This […]

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How to File a Mandamus Against IRCC Canada?

Max Chaudhary — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:54:36 +0000

Is your immigration application stuck with IRCC? When a prolonged delay disrupts work, family reunification or travel, a mandamus application may offer a legal way to seek action. It asks the Federal Court to require a decision or another legally required step, not to approve your application. Whether it is appropriate depends on the full […]

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Chaudhary Law Blog Ranked #20 on Feedspot’s Canadian Immigration Blog List

Max Chaudhary — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:50:15 +0000

Chaudhary Law is pleased to share that, as of October 13, 2026, Feedspot lists Chaudhary Law Blog at #20 on its Canadian immigration blog list. The blog is included in Feedspot’s Top 50 Canada Immigration Blogs to Follow in 2026 list. chaudharylaw.com View Feedspot’s Top 50 Canada Immigration Blogs list Chaudhary Law Blog Listed at […]

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Canada’s Temporary Resident Population Continues to Decline

tracking blurbpoint — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:49:02 +0000

Canada’s temporary resident population continued to decline in July 2026, with the number of non permanent residents falling by 154,614 compared with July 2025. As of July 2026, Canada has about 2.78 million temporary residents, which is 6.7% of the total population of Canada. The largest declines were among study permit holders, which decreased by […]

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Judicial Review of Visa Refusal in Canada: Process, Cost,Timelines

Max Chaudhary — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:02:54 +0000

A visa refusal can be frustrating, particularly when important evidence appears to have been overlooked or the reasons do not make sense. Judicial review in Canada immigration provides a way to challenge how an immigration decision was made, rather than simply asking for the same result again. This article covers the main grounds for review, […]

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Inland vs Outland Spousal Sponsorship: Which Is Faster in 2026?

Max Chaudhary — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:58:56 +0000

Deciding between inland and outland spousal sponsorship is not just a matter of selecting the route that has the shortest processing time since the applicant’s place of residence, whether or not they need to work in Canada, their ability to travel, and the situation if the application is rejected all have an impact. The rules […]

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Express Entry CRS Calculator: How Each Point Is Awarded (2026 Rules)

Max Chaudhary — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:54:14 +0000

Your Express Entry score can, in fact,t depend on a surprisingly small number of points. Age, education, level of language ability, experience of working in Canada and other factors all play a part, but not to the same extent, and the rules have been altered, especially since 2025. Using a CRS calculator can give you […]

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LMIA-Exempt Work Permits: Complete List of Codes (C10, C11, C12…)

Max Chaudhary — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:49:15 +0000

Not every foreign worker needs an LMIA to work in Canada. Under the International Mobility Program and other specific immigration pathways, eligible workers can obtain an LMIA-exempt work permit when their situation meets a recognized exemption. This is different from the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, where employers generally need an LMIA before hiring a foreign […]

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Open Work Permit Canada: Eligibility, PGWP, Spousal & Bridging OWP

Max Chaudhary — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:44:51 +0000

An open work permit in Canada allows eligible foreign nationals to work for most employers in Canada, rather than being limited to just one. However, you cannot get an open permit just by wanting greater flexibility. Whether you qualify depends on your situation and immigration category. This guide explains the main types of open work […]

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Vavilov Standard of Review: How It Applies to Immigration Judicial Review

Max Chaudhary — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:40:48 +0000

Rejection by the IRCC, the Immigration Appeal Division, or any other immigration official does not necessarily mean the matter is final. It may, in certain cases, be challenged by way of judicial review, during which the Federal Court checks whether the decision was made in accordance with the law. The Vavilov immigration framework is central […]

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PGWP Eligibility Changes 2026: Field of Study Restrictions Explained

Max Chaudhary — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:36:13 +0000

For many international students, a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is an important part of their plan to build work experience in Canada after graduation. But the rules are no longer the same for every program. Since 2024, some graduates of non-degree programs have had to meet a ‘field of study’ requirement, and the list of […]

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Mandamus in Canadian Immigration: When & How to Force IRCC to Decide

Max Chaudhary — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:32:24 +0000

For some applicants facing unusually long processing delays, Mandamus Canada Immigration may provide a legal way to ask the Federal Court to compel IRCC to make a decision. This article explains what mandamus means, when an IRCC delay may become unreasonable, how the Federal Court process works, and what applicants should expect. What Is Mandamus […]

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Section 117 IRPR: Excluded Family Member Rule (And How to Avoid It)

Max Chaudhary — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:50:43 +0000

Some sponsors discover years after becoming permanent residents that a spouse, partner, or child may be excluded from the family class because that person was a non-accompanying family member who was not examined during the sponsor’s permanent residence application. The relevant provision is paragraph 117(9)(d) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations. The rule is […]

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What Is IRPA? The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act Explained

Max Chaudhary — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:45:59 +0000

If you’ve spent any time researching Canadian immigration law explained in plain terms, you’ve probably run into the acronym IRPA more than once, usually without much explanation attached. It shows up in refusal letters, on IRCC’s website, in court decisions, and in the fine print of just about every immigration form. That’s because it’s the backbone […]

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Canadian Citizenship Test 2026: Pass Rate, Format & Free Practice Questions

Max Chaudhary — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:20:48 +0000

Becoming a citizen is one of those milestones that feels both exciting and strangely nerve-racking. For many permanent residents, the final hurdle isn’t gathering documents or waiting for processing times. It’s the Canadian citizenship test. The test is based entirely on the official Discover Canada study guide. Applicants who study the guide and complete practice […]

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Express Entry vs PNP: Full Comparison for 2026 Applicants

Max Chaudhary — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:12:52 +0000

If you’ve looked into Canadian immigration, you’ve probably faced the same big question: Express Entry or PNP? This choice comes up all the time, and it really depends on your CRS score, the province, your job, and timing. This article explains how Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs work, where they overlap, and how you […]

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What Is a Procedural Fairness Letter & How to Respond

Max Chaudhary — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:12:28 +0000

If you’ve opened your IRCC portal and found a letter asking you to “address concerns” about your application, you already know the feeling. Your stomach drops a little. You read it twice, maybe three times, trying to figure out if this is the end of the road or just a bump in it. The good […]

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