Effective August 1, 2014, the definition of a dependent child for CIC’s immigration programs will change to under 19 years of age. New application kits will be available on CIC’s website on August 1st.

Providing greater opportunities for Canadian and San Marino youth

Young people from Canada and the Republic of San Marino, located in the Italian Peninsula, will now have more opportunities to work and travel abroad, thanks to the signing of a Working Holiday Youth Mobility Arrangement between the two countries.

Statement from Health Canada on the Testing of Marijuana

OTTAWA – Health’s Canada’s position on the risks of obtaining cannabis from dispensaries has been consistent: these facilities are unlicensed by the federal government, illegally supplied, and sell product that may be contaminated or otherwise unsafe.

Minister McCallum concludes meetings in New York

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Minister John McCallum has concluded a recent visit to New York, comprised of two days of meetings focused on the ever-growing global refugee and migrant crisis.

Leniency period for Canada's new Electronic Travel Authorization extended until November 9

To give travellers and airlines more time to prepare for changes when flying to or transiting through Canada, the government is extending the leniency period for the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) requirement until November 9, 2016. Starting November 10, 2016, Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, will need a valid Canadian passport to board their flight to Canada otherwise they will experience delays. All visa-exempt travellers (except United States [U.S.] citizens) will need an eTA to board their flight.

Dual Canadian citizens: Make sure you fly to Canada with a valid Canadian passport

Starting November 10, 2016, Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, will need to show proof they are Canadian to board their flight to Canada.

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