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Are you eligible for a Canadian eTA? A Canadian eTA, or Electronic Travel Authorization, is a common way for eligible travelers to visit Canada. However, not everyone is eligible for an eTA. Read on to learn more about who is eligible for Canadian eTAs, as well as alternative travel documentation.

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 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"…

For some time now, President Donald Trump has been debating whether to end the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which involves Canada and which would have a knock-on effect on Canada immigration and trade. Earlier this month, Trump welcomed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to the White House to discuss NAFTA and the way forward. Can a good trade…

Amendments made to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act through the Jobs and Growth Act enhance the safety and security of Canadians and strengthen the integrity of the immigration program by introducing the requirement that foreign nationals obtain an electronic travel authorization (eTA) before entering Canada. The eTA program is a key component of the Perimeter Security and Economic…