RCIC Sharmin Alam

Did you know you may not need to give biometrics again?

For temporary residence applications, biometrics are generally valid for ten years. If you gave them for a previous study permit, work permit or visitor visa, you may be able to skip both the fee and the appointment.
Many applicants pay and travel to a collection centre for nothing.

Check your status before you book. It takes two minutes.
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Fulfilling your Canada Permanent Residency (PR) obligation is critical! Under Section 28 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), permanent residents must be physically present in Canada for at least 730 days within a 5-year period. Falling short can lead to a refusal of a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) and loss of your PR status.

However, if you fail to meet the 730-day requirement, your case isn't automatically lost. Under Section 67(1)(c) of IRPA, special relief can be granted on Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) grounds.

To win an H&C appeal, providing a genuine, compelling, and fully documented reason for your absence is essential. Here is how H&C considerations work in real life, based on a recent Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) decision (Case TC5-25435):

Case Summary: Parvin Jaafar Zadegan v. MCI

• The Non-Compliance: The appellant spent only 24 days in Canada out of the required 730 days during her 5-year assessment period—a very high degree of non-compliance.

• The Reasoning: She is a pediatric physician who landed in Canada in 2013 and returned to Iran to settle her financial affairs. Unexpectedly, both of her parents became severely ill. Being a doctor, single, and living with them, she became their primary caregiver through severe illnesses (including rheumatoid arthritis, sepsis, heart attack, and stroke) and managed their care during COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

• The Return Effort: She applied for a PRTD in early 2023 at the first opportunity once her family arranged for her brother to take over her father's care.

• Why the Appeal Was Accepted: Despite having high non-compliance and zero financial or employment establishment in Canada, the IAD allowed her appeal. The Panel found her explanation credible, compelling, and well-reasoned. Her medical background gave her a unique ability to provide specialized care, her fear of travel restrictions during COVID-19 was reasonable, she returned at the first opportunity, and she demonstrated strong family ties to her uncle in Canada.

Key Takeaway: When navigating complex PR residency obligation appeals or H&C considerations, presenting credible evidence and a clear legal argument is everything. Because every case turns on its specific facts, it is strongly advisable to consult a licensed RCIC-IRB or an experienced Immigration Lawyer to present your strongest case.
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🍁 Express Entry Update! 🍁

IRCC has issued another round of ITAs for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates! 🇨🇦

📌 Latest Draw Highlights (Sept 15, 2026):
• ITAs Issued: 2,000
• CRS Cut-off: 519 points
📉 Quick Comparison: The minimum CRS threshold dipped slightly to 519 points (down from 521 on Sept 1), giving more candidates a path to Canadian Permanent Residency! 🎯

Congratulations to everyone who received an ITA today!

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"What happens in a spousal sponsorship interview shapes everything that comes after it."
While interviews for spousal sponsorship are rare—reserved mainly for files where specific relationship concerns arise—how they are handled is strictly governed by principles of procedural fairness.
Canadian case law expects an officer’s doubts to be grounded in identifiable, objective facts—not general impressions or subjective hunches. In most circumstances, if an officer harbors credibility concerns, they must give you a meaningful opportunity to respond before making a final decision. Courts consistently reject refusals built on unaddressed contradictions.
If your relationship is genuine and your documents are authentic, an interview is nothing to fear. However, it is a formal legal proceeding, not a casual chat.
Key rules to keep in mind:
1. Know your file: Review your submitted timeline and application forms thoroughly beforehand. Inconsistencies usually stem from memory lapses, not dishonesty.
2. Submit genuine evidence: Provide authentic proof of cohabitation, joint finances, and ongoing communication. Never fabricate or embellish details.
3. Answer precisely: Stick strictly to what is asked. If you don't remember a date, say so—do not guess.
4. Correct mistakes immediately: If you misspeak, clarify the record on the spot before moving on.
5. Take notes right after: Write down every question and answer immediately after leaving the room. This record is vital if a legal challenge becomes necessary.
A genuine marriage supported by honest, consistent documentation remains your strongest foundation.
Need help reviewing your spousal application or preparing for an IRCC interview? Contact our legal team today.
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Did you know a minor studying in Canada usually needs a declared custodian?

Where a student is under the age of majority in their province, IRCC generally expects a custodianship declaration — one part signed by the parents or guardians abroad, one part signed by the custodian in Canada, each notarised in the right country.
It's a two-country document and it takes longer than families expect.

Start it the moment you have an acceptance letter.
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Before you even start looking at Canadian immigration pathways, there’s one term you need to know: NOC (National Occupational Classification).

Think of NOC as Canada’s official index of every single job in the country.Instead of relying on fancy or vague job titles, Canada assigns every occupation a unique 5-digit NOC code based on your daily job duties.
That code is the foundation of your entire application—and TEER lives directly inside it.
How NOC & TEER Work Together
In every 5-digit NOC code, the second digit is your TEER level.

TEER stands for Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibilities.It measures the skill level required to do your job.

This matters because Canadian immigration isn’t one-size-fits-all

Why TEER is crucial: It determines whether your work counts as "skilled". You could be working hard for years, but if your job's duties fall into a TEER category Canada considers "unskilled," that work history won't qualify you for major PR pathways.

How it calculates Canadian Experience: To claim Canadian work experience for permanent residency (like through the Express Entry pool), your hours only count if they fall under TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3.

It decides which programs you qualify for: Major pathways—like Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class), Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), and Post-Graduation work-to-PR routes—draw hard lines based on TEER levels. If a program requires TEER 1 and your job is TEER 4, you won't be eligible to apply through that stream.

Find the 5-digit NOC code that matches your actual daily work—the second digit will tell you your TEER, and your TEER will show you which Canadian immigration programs you actually qualify for.

Contact us for your Immigration journey !
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When a parent applies to stay in Canada on humanitarian grounds, the law is clear: the Best Interests of the Child must be carefully evaluated.

As RCICs at Aclara Immigration, we share cases like Hayles v. Canada (2026 FC 119) to highlight why meticulous preparation matters. In this case, a mother and her 17-year-old son with a learning disability were initially refused—until the Federal Court stepped in because the officer failed to properly analyze the son's disability and the family's deep roots in Canada.

The lesson? Having strong evidence isn't enough—how it's presented is everything.

If your documents don't explicitly connect the dots for the officer, critical details can be overlooked. Our focus is getting your story and evidence framed right the very first time, ensuring decision-makers see the complete picture before a decision is made.

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🇨🇦 Important Update for Prospective International Students! 🇨🇦
Planning to study in Canada? IRCC has updated the living cost requirement for study permit applicants.
📌 Key Takeaway: Single applicants must now show proof of $23,448 CAD (excluding tuition and travel) to cover living expenses.
Make sure your financial documents reflect these updated figures before submitting your visa application!
💡 Need help with your study permit or financial documentation? Send us a message today to get expert guidance! 📩
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CEC Draw Update: What Just Changed
IRCC held Canadian Experience Class draw of 2026 on September 1 — and the numbers tell an interesting story when you line it up against the previous round.
🔹 August 18 CEC draw: 1,000 ITAs issued, CRS cutoff of 523
🔹 September 1 CEC draw: 2,000 ITAs issued, CRS cutoff of 521

At first glance, a 2-point drops looks like promising. The cutoff moved because IRCC simply increased invitation pool by half, from 1,000 moved up to 2,000.

What this means for candidates:
✅ CEC cutoffs have held steady in the 507–518 range for most of 2026 — this draw fits right into that pattern.
✅ A smaller draw size is a signal to watch, not panic over. If IRCC continues scaling back CEC volume, cutoffs could climb further in upcoming rounds even without more competition.
✅ IRCC has now invited over 91,600 candidates through Express Entry in 2026 alone, so the system is still moving — just distributing invitations differently across categories (PNP, CEC, French-language, etc.) week to week.

If you're below that mark, provincial nomination or French-language proficiency remain the fastest lanes to boost your standing right now.
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

CEC Draw Update: What Just Changed
IRCC held Canadian Experience Class draw of 2026 on September 1 — and the numbers tell an interesting story when you line it up against the previous round.
🔹 August 18 CEC draw: 1,000 ITAs issued, CRS cutoff of 523
🔹 September 1 CEC draw: 2,000 ITAs issued, CRS cutoff of 521

At first glance, a 2-point drops looks like promising. The cutoff moved because IRCC simply increased invitation pool by half, from 1,000 moved up to 2,000.

What this means for candidates:
✅ CEC cutoffs have held steady in the 507–518 range for most of 2026 — this draw fits right into that pattern.
✅ A smaller draw size is a signal to watch, not panic over. If IRCC continues scaling back CEC volume, cutoffs could climb further in upcoming rounds even without more competition.
✅ IRCC has now invited over 91,600 candidates through Express Entry in 2026 alone, so the system is still moving — just distributing invitations differently across categories (PNP, CEC, French-language, etc.) week to week.

If you're below that mark, provincial nomination or French-language proficiency remain the fastest lanes to boost your standing right now.
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

Did you know an immigration medical exam (IME) has an expiry date?
Generally, a medical exam is valid for 12 months. Complete it too early in a long process, and you may end up paying for a repeat exam with your own time and money.

Exception: Under IRCC’s extended temporary public policy (valid through October 5, 2029), if you already live in Canada, applied for TR or PR, and completed an IME within the last 5 years that showed low/no public health risk, you may be exempt from taking a new exam.Simply provide your previous IME or UMI number.

Timing is everything. Before booking a panel physician, check where your application stands—doing it "to get it out of the way" isn't always the smart choice.

Contact Aclara Immigration before you book:
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8