Dhaliwal & Dhaliwal LLP, Barristers & Solicitors

05/05/2026

🇨🇦 BIG UPDATE: Accelerated PR for 33,000 Workers in Small Communities!

The Government of Canada has officially launched progress on the In-Canada Workers Initiative. This is a one-time measure to fast-track permanent residency for those already integrated into Canada’s smaller and rural communities.

📍 Who is Eligible?
Unlike previous "TR to PR" pathways, this is an inventory-based acceleration. You may qualify if:

Existing Applicant: You have already applied for PR through the PNP, Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), Agri-Food Pilot, Caregiver Pilots, or Rural/Community Pilots.

Community Roots: You have lived in a smaller/rural community for 2 years or more.

Status: You are currently in Canada as a work permit holder.

⚠️ NO NEW APPLICATION NEEDED: IRCC is identifying eligible candidates directly from their current inventory. If you meet the criteria, your file will be prioritized for a faster final decision.

The Goal: 20,000 workers to be transitioned in 2026, and the remaining 13,000 in 2027.

Confused about whether your specific location or application counts? The team at DND Law Firm is here to help you navigate these changes.

05/03/2026

Jagdeep Dhaliwal is an experienced litigator and founding partner at Dhaliwal & Dhaliwal LLP, focusing on Criminal Defence and Immigration Law. Combining years of legal practice in Canada and abroad, he offers strategic advocacy and results-driven representation for every client.

05/03/2026

Navneet Dhaliwal is a founding partner at Dhaliwal & Dhaliwal LLP, focusing on Canadian Immigration and Family Law. A dedicated litigator with a client-centered approach, she provides strategic legal solutions in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu to ensure clear and effective representation.

03/25/2025

📢 Important Immigration Update – Express Entry 📢
Further to the Immigration Minister's Instructions, the points for a qualifying offer of arranged employment under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) have been repealed, effective March 25, 2025.
Candidates in the Express Entry pool may receive an email notification from the IRCC regarding this change, and their reassessed CRS scores will be updated on their profiles soon.
Stay informed and check your profile for updates! 📩
For legal guidance on your immigration options, contact us today.

03/14/2025

📢 2025 Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Update 🇨🇦

IRCC has announced details for this year’s Parents and Grandparents (PGP) Program! Up to 10,000 applications will be accepted from those who submitted an interest to sponsor form in 2020. No new forms will be accepted.

🔹 More details on the 2025 PGP intake will be shared in the coming months, including the timeline for invitations to apply.
🔹 Super Visa option: Parents & grandparents can stay up to 5 years per visit, with multiple entries for 10 years.

📅 Stay tuned for updates!

💬 Have questions? We’re here to help—contact us today! 📩

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03/01/2025

🚨 Coming March 31, 2025: New Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots! 🚨

The new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots will make it easier for home care workers in home support or home child care to:

✅ Become permanent residents
✅ Find work with a range of employers

🔹 Two Streams:
1️⃣ Workers in Canada (applications open March 31, 2025)
2️⃣ Applicants not working in Canada (opening at a later date)

Who is Eligible?
Applicants interested in working in Canada’s home care sector can apply if they:

✔️ Have a minimum CLB/NCLC 4 in English or French
✔️ Hold a Canadian high school diploma (or equivalent or higher)
✔️ Have at least 6 months of recent, relevant work experience or a related caregiver training credential
✔️ Have a full-time home care job offer

📢 No LMIA required! If you're a home care worker, this is your opportunity to secure permanent residency in Canada! 🇨🇦

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02/26/2025

Denied Entry or Visa? We Can Help! 🇨🇦

📢 Canadian Immigration Appeals & Judicial Reviews 📢

Has your visa, PR, or immigration application been refused? Don’t give up—fight for your future!

✅ Appeals & Federal Court Judicial Reviews
✅ Challenging IRCC, IRB & CBSA Decisions
✅ Experienced Legal Representation

Time is critical—Act Now! Contact us today for a consultation.

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10/07/2024

🚀 Big Changes Coming to PGWP Rules – Starting November 1, 2024!

🎓 What’s Staying the Same:
Graduating from a PGWP-eligible institution? You still qualify!
Apply before November 1, 2024? No need to worry about the new rules.

🌟 What’s Changing:
Language Requirements: University grads need CLB 7 (English) or NCLC 7 (French). College grads need CLB/NCLC 5 in all areas (reading, writing, speaking, listening).

Field of Study: Some programs must now be linked to specific high-demand fields like healthcare, STEM, agriculture, and trades.

Applying after November 1? Contact us to assess your eligibility under the new rules! 🌐🎯

09/19/2024

📢 IRCC Updates Announced on September 18, 2024
4: Changes to Canada’s Asylum & Visa System
📢 Canada is taking steps to strengthen its visa integrity and asylum system! 🇨🇦
Coming soon:
• Partial visa requirements for Mexican nationals
• Improved claims processing and fraud detection
• Measures to ensure fairness in the asylum system

These actions will be part of the broader plan to reduce temporary residents from 6.5% to 5% of Canada’s population by 2027.