Express Entry

Canadian Immigration in 2024

Insights into Canadian Immigration in 2024

The Express Entry System,  Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), International Student Programs, Parents and Grandparents Program, and IRCC plans to leverage AI are a few of the insights into Canadian Immigration in 2024. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) plans to welcome 485,000 permanent residents in 2024. The Express Entry System will continue holding category-based draws, focusing on specific labor gaps. In the first year of category-based draws, the IRCC identified to give priority to the immigration candidates included: proficient in French recent work experience in any of the primary sectors, including trades, agri-food/agriculture, healthcare, STEM, and transportation In addition, this year, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), Canada’s largest immigration pathway, will introduce new guidelines and multi-year plans. The provinces and territories will have advance notice of the 2025 allotment as the IRCC releases new multi-year plans for PNPs, which will enable them to better plan their immigration strategies. Furthermore, the International Student Program will improve its Letter of Acceptance verification system and review the Post-Graduation Work Permit program. International students in Canada hope for a PGWP extension in 2024, given the limited options for permanent residency. By mid-2023, Canada had approximately 2.2 million temporary residents, with over 1 million holding work permits – which has almost doubled in a year.  The Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) will be increased to 32,000 in 2024 according to the new Immigration Levels Plan. The intention is to increase intake so that more PGP candidates can come to Canada. Lastly, IRCC plans to leverage AI to streamline the immigration process, and a new advisory board will focus on immigration policy. The following are some ways that the digital revolution will enhance the candidate customer experience: improving the standard for services improved partnerships with organizations and employers increasing the accessibility of applications by using virtual and digital technologies Join our RSS Feed    If you want to know more details about the “Insights into Canadian Immigration in 2024″ you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Express Entry in the Year 2023

Reviewing Canada’s Express Entry in the Year 2023

Canada’s Express Entry in the year 2023 application management system underwent significant transformations. Throughout the year’s first half, Express Entry maintained several patterns established in 2022, resuming draws after an 18-month hiatus. These draws encompassed various formats, including all-program draws, Provincial Nominee Program-only draws, and, on one occasion, the draw exclusively for Federal Skilled Workers.  May marked the introduction of six new categories for Express Entry draws by the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This change allowed targeted draws for specific occupations like healthcare, STEM, transport, etc., to address labor market needs.  Its success is yet to be determined, but the variety of draws significantly increased, with the first targeting 500 healthcare workers. The Canadian Government invited candidates under a total of 82 NOC codes in five categories (healthcare, STEM, trades, transport, agriculture, and food) through occupation-specific draws and introduced targeted draws for French-speaking candidates. CRS Scores of Express Entry in the Year 2023 CRS Score The lowest CRS score in 2023 was 354 points, as recorded in the Agriculture and agri-food occupations category-based draw on September 28, 2023. On the other hand, on December 6, 4,750 all-program candidates received ITAs, the highest CRS score was 561. Express Entry Year in 2024 IRCC had initially targeted 82,880 Express Entry candidates in 2023 in the previous year’s Immigration Levels Plan. However, between the first draw on January 11 and the final draw on December 21, the department issued 110,266 ITAs, exceeding the targets.  Express Entry, the backbone of economic immigration to Canada, is also expected to see significant increases in admission targets in 2024. IRCC will seek to admit over 345,770 Express Entry candidates between 2024 and 2026, according to the current Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026.  Join our RSS Feed    If you want to know more details about the “Reviewing Canada’s Express Entry year 2023″ you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Express Entry draw 278

IRCC held the 2nd occupation-specific Express Entry draw 278

On December 21, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second occupation-specific Express Entry draw 278 and issued 400 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates working in Agriculture and agri-food occupations.  This was the fourth consecutive Express Entry draw this week. In round #278, the cut-off score was 386, 32 points more than in the previous draw for this category.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was July 6, 2023, at 05:44:14 UTC.  As of December 17, 2023, there were 208,638 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, Canada issued 110,266 ITAs through 42 Express Entry draws. As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. Express Entry Category-based selection IRCC invites candidates from the Express Entry pool who are eligible for a specific category established by the Minister to meet an identified economic goal in category-based rounds of invitations. Candidates are invited to apply for permanent residence based on criteria such as: the ability to communicate in a specific official language. work experience in a specific occupation Education Category-based rounds supplement general and program-specific rounds by inviting top-tier candidates who can contribute to the achievement of these specific economic objectives. Important Factors for the Candidates of Express Entry Factors considered for express entry candidates included ITAs by program, province, score, age, and occupation. Most successful were Canadian Experience Class applicants in their 20s, often software engineers planning to live in Ontario. By program, 45% of ITAs went to the CEC, 30% to FSWP, and 26% to the PNP. Almost half of all ITA recipients planned to reside in Ontario, followed by British Columbia, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. Click here to read the complete details. Join our RSS Feed    If you want to know more details about the “IRCC held the 2nd occupation-specific Canada Express Entry draw 278″ you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Express Entry draw for transport occupations

670 candidates invited in the 2nd Express Entry draw for transport occupations

On December 20, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second round of invitations in the Express Entry system for newcomers with work experience in transport occupations. Express Entry draw for transport occupations #277 was the third consecutive draw of the week, and 670 Invitations to Apply (ITA) were issued to skilled workers with work experience in the transport sector.  In this draw, the cut-off score was 435 points. The tie-breaking rule for this round was August 30, 2023, at 17:30:21 UTC. As of December 20, 2023, there are 208,638 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool.  In 2023, Canada issued 109,866 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. Invited transport occupations in this Express Entry draw IRCC invited 670 candidates in the 2nd express entry draw for transport occupation, Invited transport occupations with their NOC code are the following: 93200 – Aircraft assemblers and aircraft assembly inspectors 73300 – Transport truck drivers 72604 – Railway traffic controllers and marine traffic regulators 72603 – Engineer officers, water transport 72602 – Deck officers, water transport 72601 – Air traffic controllers and related occupations 72600 – Air pilots, flight engineers, and flying instructors 72404 – Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors 72403 – Railway carmen/women 70020 – Managers in transportation Express Entry Draws 2023 About the Express Entry system The Canadian government uses Express Entry, an online system, to organize and process applications for skilled workers who want to immigrate to Canada and get Canadian permanent residence status. Express Entry will result in processing times of six months or less for potential skilled foreign workers. Express Entry manages permanent residency applications under three federal economic immigration programs. Federal Skilled Worker Program Federal Skilled Trades Program Canadian Experience Class Join our RSS Feed    If you want to know more details about the “Canada invited 670 candidates in the 2nd Express Entry draw for transport occupations” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Canada Express Entry draw

2nd occupation-specific Canada Express Entry draw

On December 19, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second occupation-specific Canada Express Entry draw and issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates working in one of the skilled trades occupations.  In round #276, the cut-off score was 425, 37 points more than the previous draw for this category-based selection.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was November 04, 2023, at 11:16:58 UTC.  As of December 17, 2023, there were 208,638 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, Canada issued 109,196 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. Important Factors considered for express entry candidates Factors considered for express entry candidates included ITAs by program, province, score, age, and occupation. Most successful were Canadian Experience Class applicants in their 20s, often software engineers planning to live in Ontario. By program, 45% of ITAs went to the CEC, 30% to FSWP, and 26% to the PNP. Almost half of all ITA recipients planned to reside in Ontario, followed by British Columbia, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. Click here to read the complete details. This year, Canada has held the following Express entry draws: There are 19 all-program draws. There are five PNP draws. Five draws are aimed specifically at French speakers. Three draws are aimed specifically at healthcare occupations. One draw is aimed specifically at STEM occupations. 2 draws aimed at skilled tradespeople. One draw was specifically for Federal Skilled Worker candidates Join our RSS Feed    If you want to know more details about the “IRCC held the second occupation-specific Express Entry draw for skilled trades candidates” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Express Entry draw for Francophone

Ottawa held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates

On December 7, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates. In round #273, IRCC issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to francophone candidates.  The cut-off score of this draw was 470 points, 16 points fewer than the previous draw for this category.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was October 3, 2023, at 04:45:27 UTC.  As of December 5, 2023, there were 217,370 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, Canada issued 100,971 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. Express Entry Draw #273 was limited to candidates fluent in French, highlighting Canada’s growing interest in attracting people with linguistic skills. The initiative aimed to support the country’s being bilingual and promote diversity among its citizens. Which Express Entry candidates are the most likely to be invited to apply? Candidate Composition in the Current Express Entry Pool As of December 5, 2023, the Express Entry pool includes candidates from the following CRS score ranges: CRS Score Range Candidates Invited 501-600 5,457 Candidates 451-500 60,014 Candidates 491-500 6,634 Candidates 481-490 10,335 Candidates 471-480 17,312 Candidates 461-470 14,165 Candidates 451-460 11,568 Candidates 401-450 53,502 Candidates 441-450 10,885 Candidates 431-440 11,111 Candidates 421-430 9,973 Candidates 411-420 10,608 Candidates 401-410 10,925 Candidates 351-400 58,457 Candidates 301-350 30,148 candidates 0-300 5,267 Candidates Total 217,370 Candidates Francophone candidates’ Eligibility criteria You must be fluent in French to be qualified for the French-Language Proficiency category. Have a minimum score of 7 on the Niveaux de Compétence Linguistique Canadiens (NCLC) in all four language abilities such as writing, reading, listening, and speaking. Complete all of the conditions outlined in the invitation round’s instructions. Join our RSS Feed    If you want to know more details about “Ottawa held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Express Entry draw 272

Canada held a new Express Entry draw 272 and issued 4,750 ITAs

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4,750 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates under the Express Entry draw 272 on December 6, 2023. In this draw, IRCC invited candidates under all immigration programs.  In the latest round of invitations, the cut-off score was 561 points, 61 points more than in the previous all-program draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was November 8, 2023, at 06:00:13 UTC.  As of December 5, 2023, there are 217,370 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. In 2023, Canada issued 99,971 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. This year, Canada has held the following Express entry draws: There are 18 all-program draws. There are five PNP draws. Five draws are aimed specifically at French speakers. Three draws are aimed specifically at healthcare occupations. One draw is aimed specifically at STEM occupations. One draw is aimed at skilled tradespeople. One draw was specifically for Federal Skilled Worker candidates. One draw focuses on transportation jobs. One draw was aimed specifically at agriculture and agri-food occupations. Important Factors Considered for the Express Entry Candidates Factors considered for express entry candidates included ITAs by program, province, score, age, and occupation. Most successful were Canadian Experience Class applicants in their 20s, often software engineers planning to live in Ontario. By program, 45% of ITAs went to the CEC, 30% to FSWP, and 26% to the PNP. Almost half of all ITA recipients planned to reside in Ontario, followed by British Columbia, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. Click here to read the complete details. Join our RSS Feed    If you want to know more details about “Canada held a new Express Entry draw and issued 4,750 ITAs” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw

Ottawa held the largest healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw of 2023

On October 26, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw and issued 3,600 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates working in healthcare occupations.  In round #271, the cut-off score was 431 points, 32 points fewer than in the previous healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was May 24, 2023, at 19:47:51 UTC.  As of October 23, 2023, there were 214,873 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool.  As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. This year, Canada issued 95,221 ITAs in 35 Express Entry draws. Eligible Occupations For Healthcare-targeted Express Entry Draw The following list has the 35 occupations that are eligible for invitations to the Express Entry round of the 2023 category-based rounds of invitations: 31112 – Audiologists and speech-language pathologists 31201 – Chiropractors 31110 – Dentists 31121 – Dieticians and nutritionists 41320 – Education counselors 31102 – General practitioners and family physicians 42203 – Instructors of persons with disabilities 31204 – Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment 32101 – Licensed practical nurses 32201 – Massage therapists 33101 – Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations 32120 – Medical laboratory technologists 32121 – Medical radiation technologists 32122 – Medical sonographers 33102 – Nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates 31302 – Nurse practitioners 31300 – Nursing co-ordinators and supervisors 31203 – Occupational therapists 31111 – Optometrists 33109 – Other assisting occupations in support of health services 32209 – Other practitioners of natural healing 31209 – Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating 32109 – Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment 32102 – Paramedical occupations 33103 – Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants 31303 – Physician assistants, midwives, and allied health professionals 31202 – Physiotherapists 31200 – Psychologists 31301 – Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses 32103 – Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists, and cardiopulmonary technologists 31100 – Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine 31101 – Specialists in surgery 41301 – Therapists in counseling and related specialized therapies 32200 – Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists 31103 – Veterinarians Latest Express Entry Draws updates About Category-based Draws of the Express Entry It indicates that Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) requirements for category-based draws are fewer than those for all-program draws. This pattern is supported by the recent hiring of healthcare professionals. On May 31, 2023, the Government of Canada launched a category-based selection for Express Entry, allowing IRCC to invite prospective permanent residents with specific skills, training, or language ability.  This year, invitations will focus on candidates with strong French language proficiency or experience in:  healthcare,  STEM professions,  trades,  transport,  agriculture, and  agri-food.  Category-based selection supports Canada’s commitment to welcoming skilled workers into communities nationwide.  Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “Ottawa held the largest healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw of 2023” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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French

IRCC held a new Express Entry draw for French Speaking candidates

On October 25, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency candidates. In round #270, IRCC issued 300 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to francophone candidates.  The cut-off score of this draw was 486 points, 14 points more than the previous draw for this category.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was September 30, 2023, at 04:22:17 UTC.  As of October 23, 2023, there were 214,873 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, Canada issued 91,621 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. French-Language Proficiency Category Eligibility criteria You must be fluent in French to be qualified for the French-Language Proficiency category. Have a minimum score of 7 on the Niveaux de Compétence Linguistique Canadiens (NCLC) in all four language abilities such as writing, reading, listening, and speaking. Complete all of the conditions outlined in the invitation round’s instructions. About the Express Entry system The Canadian government uses Express Entry, an online system, to organize and process applications for skilled workers who want to immigrate to Canada and get Canadian permanent residence status. Express Entry will result in processing times of six months or less for potential skilled foreign workers. Express Entry manages permanent residency applications under three federal economic immigration programs. Federal Skilled Worker Program Federal Skilled Trades Program Canadian Experience Class Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “IRCC held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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New PNP-targeted Express Entry draw

IRCC held a new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw

On October 24, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw and issued 1,548 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in the fifth PNP-targeted Express Entry draw of the year.  Details of the new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw In round #269, IRCC issued 1,548 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates, the cut-off score was 776 points, 85 points more than in the previous PNP-targeted Express Entry draw.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was July 7, 2023, at 07:28:57 UTC.  As of October 23, 2023, there were 214,873 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. In 2023, Canada issued 91,321 invitations through the regular Express Entry draws. As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. Canada has held the following Express Entry draws this year: 17 all-program draws. Five PNP draws. Four draws targeted at French speakers. Two draws targeted at healthcare occupations. One draw targeted at STEM occupations One draw targeted at skilled trades. One draw targeted at Federal Skilled Worker candidates. One draw targeted transport jobs. One draw targeted agriculture and agri-food occupations. About the Comprehensive Ranking System  (CRS) Most Express Entry profile submissions in 2022 were made by people with CRS scores between 301 and 500. The CRS serves as a basis for the Express Entry application management system. A CRS score is made up of two parts: core points and bonus points.  These criteria help in assessing an applicant’s probability of success in the Canadian employment market. A candidate’s maximum CRS score is 1,200 points – 600 points for the core component and 600 points for the bonus points component. All information submitted at the profile submission stage to generate a CRS score is self-reported and must be backed with sufficient proof from the candidate at the application stage, or the application may be declined.  The person’s human capital is assessed under the core points by the attributes such as:  age,  education,  official language proficiency, and  work experience. Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “IRCC held a new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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