J.A. Turner Associates

01/25/2026

While our website is being updated please reach out to us at [email protected].

Include your contact information and a brief description of your inquiry, and we'll be happy to assist you.

03/28/2025

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To reinforce the order, the Trump administration is reported to be considering formally issuing a complete ban on travel to the U.S. for the citizens of scores of countries

01/27/2025

There are many good reasons why immigrants love their new country. Here are just a few.

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Here are 15 interesting facts about Canada:

1. Canada is the second-largest country in the world by land area.
2. Canada has the longest coastline in the world, with over 243,000 kilometers of shoreline.
3. Canada has more lakes than any other country, with over 2 million lakes covering about 8% of its land area.
4. The country's name comes from the St. Lawrence Iroquoian word "kanata," meaning "village" or "settlement."
5. Canada is home to the world's oldest known rock, the Acasta Gneiss, which is approximately 4.01 billion years old.
6. The country has six time zones: Pacific, Mountain, Central, Eastern, Atlantic, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
7. Canada is home to the world's longest street, the Trans-Canada Highway, which spans over 7,800 kilometers.
8. The country has a vast array of wildlife, including bears, moose, wolves, and beavers.
9. Canada is the world's largest producer of maple syrup, accounting for over 70% of global production.
10. The country has a diverse population, with over 20% of Canadians being foreign-born.
11. Canada has two official languages: English and French.
12. The country is home to the world's largest freshwater island, Manitoulin Island, located in Lake Huron.
13. Canada has a strong reputation for its natural beauty, with many famous attractions like Niagara Falls, Banff National Park, and the Canadian Rockies.
14. The country has a thriving arts and culture scene, with numerous museums, galleries, and festivals.
15. Canada is known for its friendly and welcoming people, with a high standard of living and a strong social safety net.
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12/31/2024

09/18/2024

Federal Immigration Minister Marc Miller today announced a reduction in international students numbers and open work permit holders. This includes restrictions to Post Graduate Work Permits as well as Spousal Open Work Permits.

Canada’s immigration programs are currently undergoing many changes in response to the needs of our economy and labour force demands.

Our team of experts is prepared to help both individuals and employers to the best the best means to accomplish your goals. Email us now at [email protected].

06/04/2024

WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE A PROFESSIONAL IMMIGRATION CONSULTANT
June 4, 2024 – Hiring an Immigration Consultant can provide many benefits:
• Immigration consultants have many years of training and experience in the immigration process that a lay person can’t possibly have.
• Their expertise in immigration laws, policies, and procedures, ensures that clients are well-informed and well-prepared for each step of the immigration process.
• Immigration consultants bring extensive knowledge and understanding of the different pathways to smooth migration. A knowledgeable consultant will help you examine all potential routes to achieve your goals, then assist in the selection of the path with the best chance of success.
• They will advise you of the associated costs, timelines and next steps as you proceed along your immigration path.
• Consultants save time and reduce stress by guiding clients through the convoluted and stressful immigration journey.
• Provide peace of mind by ensuring accuracy in the application and representing clients throughout the application process. One uninformed misstep on your part could result in ‘misrepresentation’ that could result in a 5 year ban from Canada. A consultant will provide assistance with issues that may arise during the application process, such as unpredicted situations, permissibility issues, policy, and governing updates. This will help prevent difficulties later on that may impact your application.

The best part is that professional immigration consultants, known as Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCIC), are licenced by the federal government through the College of Canadian Immigration Consultants. This protects you from unscrupulous practices and ensures they have malpractice insurance. Should anything go wrong you have recourse for a complaints and compensation process.

Contact us now at [email protected] for more information on how a licenced, professional Canadian immigration consultant can make your immigration journey so much simpler.

12/26/2023

December 24, 2023
Our team of professional Associates at J.A. Turner Associates is ready to assist you with any of your immigration needs, from visas to permits, sponsorships, emergency travel documents and more.

We can be reached tollfree in North America at 289-302-2566 or by email at [email protected].

We extend to you and yours a joyful holiday season and a prosperous new year.

Jennifer, Wilma, Ken, Annie, and Ella

12/02/2023

TEMPORARY SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY - Colombia, Haiti & Venezuela
November 17, 2023

This new program opened effective November 17, 2023 but there is no indication as to how long it will remain open..
If you think you may be eligible to participate in this program contact us right away at [email protected].

To be eligible to apply to immigrate, you must:
• be a Colombian, Haitian or Venezuelan national
• be located in Mexico, Central or South America, or the Caribbean
• be a spouse, common-law partner, child (regardless of age), grandchild, parent, grandparent or sibling of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who is willing and eligible to support your application (an “anchor”)
• plan to live outside Quebec
• have a valid passport or eligible travel or identity document
Your immediate family members (dependent child under 22, spouse or common-law partner) may be included in your application.

To be an anchor, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, 18 years of age or older. You must reside in Canada, outside the province of Quebec. You must also:
• not be subject to a removal order
• not be detained in any penitentiary, jail, reformatory or prison
• not have been convicted in Canada of the offence of murder or an offence set out in Schedule I or II of the Corrections and Conditional Release Act, or outside Canada for an equivalent offence, regardless of whether it was prosecuted by indictment, if a period of five years has not elapsed since the completion of your sentence
• not be in default of any sponsorship undertaking or any support payment obligations ordered by or registered with a court
• not be in default in respect of the repayment of any debt referred to in subsection 145(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act payable to His Majesty in right of Canada
• not be an undischarged bankrupt under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act
• not be in receipt of social assistance for a reason other than disability
• have not accepted, and understand you are not to accept, any financial compensation from the foreign national and their accompanying family members.

10/28/2023

Third Express Entry draw this week. Canada has issued a total of 5,448 invitations to apply (ITAs) in 3 draws this week. The categories were healthcare occupations, provincial nominees and French speaking candidates. Scores required were from 431 to 776 (176 + 600).