Canada eTA Resources

Introduction Are you eligible for a Canadian eTA? This travel approval document is a fast and easy online alternative to a visa for nationals of visa-exempt countries who plan to travel to Canada. Although the process is much shorter and simpler than a traditional visa, the Canadian…

Introduction How do you check to see your eTA status? If you are not sure about your status, you should check to ensure your eTA is valid for your trip to Canada. You will need an eTA for your trip to Canada if you are arriving by airplane and are from an eTA…

Introduction Anyone with a criminal record trying to enter Canada, for example, on a Canada visa, may find that their former criminal offenses can be a problem. When it comes to entering Canada, the past can come back to haunt some individuals. Criminal inadmissibility applies to those who've had a brush with the law or the courts in their homeland. Moreover, an individual can't always…

Introduction The ninth meeting of the Intergovernmental Task Force on Irregular Migration has recently taken place to discuss Canada Immigration and new ways to collaborate and tackle Canada immigration developments. Marc Garneau, the Chair of the Task Force, told the meeting's members that continued collaboration at national and provincial level was vitally…

Introduction The citizens of Canada have been given the opportunity to share their views on new laws concerning the country's Biometrics Program. Canada has one of the world's highest immigration rates in proportion to the population. It's also one of the top countries that immigrants and asylum seekers choose to apply to live in. Canada recognizes that biometrics plays a critical role…

Introduction A further meeting of the Ad Hoc Intergovernmental Task Force addressing Irregular Migration has recently taken place. The purpose was to assess progress and underline the challenging events being tackled in dealing with irregular migration. Key stakeholders are pulling out all the stops Marc Garneau, chairing the task force and himself…

Introduction This article provides information on getting a visa for Montreal, or an eTA, to individuals looking for the right travel authorization. A valid visa for Montreal, or eTA, will be required prior your departure to Canada. Visa and eTA overview To…

Introduction Following the initial get-together of the Forum on Francophone Immigration that took place last year in New Brunswick, Canadian ministers with responsibilities for Canada immigration and the country's French-speaking community have been discussing specific actions they could take to boost immigration among Francophones outside Quebec. This type of immigration is well-recognized…

Introduction This article provides information on getting a visa for Vancouver, or an eTA, to individuals looking for the right travel authorization. A valid visa for Vancouver, or eTA, will be required prior your departure to Canada. Visa…

Introduction Canada has officially raised concerns over Israel's plans to deport thousands of African asylum seekers or put them in prison. Many of the 37,000 people from Sudan and Eritrea who reside in Israel are currently faced with orders to leave their homes. The government of Israel has begun giving notice to asylum seekers, advising them that they must depart to so-called "safe"…