Jun 6, 2016
ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS
- Immigration News
- Matrixvisa Article Published
- Express Entry Points to Drop
- Employers do not have to be in Business for 12 Months
- Parliament is reviewing LMIAs and other Foreign Worker Policies
- Jail for Employer of Foreign Worker* Skilled Worker Reading Important
- Forest Fires in Canadian Boreal Forest
- Warned of Speed and Texting
- Economic News
- Daily Living
IMMIGRATION NEWS
Matrixvisa Inc. published an article in Immigration Law Magazine of Canada. Once again Matrixvisa has taken the lead on a complex immigration legal issue in Canada. When an employer wants to employ a foreign skilled worker (doctor, engineer, banker or mechanic), the employer must first choose the relevant National Occupation Classification (NOC) and then advertise that specific NOC position for 28 days before they can apply for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). There is currently a high refusal rate of LMIAs in some visa offices because federal visa officers claim that some requirements of the employers in the advertisements are too strict if the advertising requirements of the NOC position exceed the federal government’s Employment Requirements of the NOC itself. In our article, we argued that refusals by officers based on this reasoning are ultra vires (outside the scope of …
May 5, 2016
MEETINGS IN SOUTH AFRICA
We are now booking meetings for our next trip to South Africa from 12 -21 May 2016. Meeting sports are filling up quickly! In case you missed it, you can still book below. There are two steps to booking a meeting with our leading Immigration Consultant Cobus Kriek:
Part 1. Assessment of Eligibility
Part 2. Book a Meeting
Click on “BOOK HERE” below, which will get you started on Part 1.
BOOK NOW
Should you have any questions about booking meetings, you can contact Natasha Boshoff at admin@matrixvisa.com or call (087) 750-0341 ext 103. We will gladly assist you with any inquiries you may have.
MEANWHILE IN CANADA
Summer Is Almost Here
One of the first indications of summer is when the roads are being scrubbed and vacuumed; during winter a mix of sand and salt are spread on the roads to melt the ice and prevent cars from sliding on the slippery roads. In spring the sand and gravel are removed from the streets and returned to the municipal yards for re-use later in the year.
Weather & Forest Fires
Yesterday Vancouver experienced the hottest day since 1945 and Calgary has experienced a record breaking …
Mar 16, 2016
ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS
- Confirm Appointments
- Canadian Weather
- Outdoor Life in Canada
- Canada Economic News
1. CONFIRM APPOINTMENTS
Clients are requested to confirm their appointment at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
Please email Natasha at admin@matrixvisa.com with the date and time of your appointment to officially confirm.
ITENIRARY
Friday 18 March 2016 in Johannesburg (from 8:00 am- 4 pm)
Meetings will take place at our office in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Saturday 19 March – Monday21 March at Oliver Tambo Airport.
Meetings will take place at the City Lodge located on the Oliver Tambo Airport (not the City Lodge at Barbara Rd, which is 5 km away from the Airport). Most GPSs take drivers to the City Lodge at Barbara Rd, which is the wrong City Lodge Hotel).
Tuesday 22 March 2016 (2 pm – 9:00 pm) in Kimberley
Location will be provided to clients.
Wednesday 23 March 2016 (12:00 noon – 4:00 pm) in Bloemfontein
Location will be provided to clients.
Thursday 24 March in Stellenbosch.
Office 301, 3rd floor, Eikestad Mall, 43 Andringa Street, Stellenbosch
Monday 28 March at Oliver Tambo Airport.
Meetings will take place at the City Lodge located on the Oliver Tambo Airport (not the City …
Mar 2, 2016
CONTENTS
- New Location
- Visits to South Africa
- Immigration News
- Follow Rules after arrival in Canada
- Economy News
- How to search for work
- Choosing Legal Representation
- Job
1. NEW LOCATION IN SOUTH AFRICA
Our new South African office location is (by appointment only):
Mandela Square – Sandton (West Tower, 2nd Floor)
Maude Street
Sandown, Johannesburg
2146
South Africa
Our number is (087) 750-0341 with extensions to the following people/departments:
101 – Cobus Kriek
102 – Accounting Department
103 – Administrative Department
2. SOUTH AFRICAN TRAVEL PLANS (MARCH TRIP)
Matrixvisa will be in South Africa from 18-31 March.
Friday 18 March 2016 in Johannesburg (from 8:00 am- 4 pm)
Meetings will take place at our office in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Saturday 19 March – Sunday 20 March at Oliver Tambo Airport.
Meetings will take place at the City Lodge located on the Oliver Tambo Airport (not the City Lodge at Barbara Rd, which is 5 km away from the Airport). Most GPSs take drivers to the City Lodge at Barbara Rd, which is the wrong City Lodge Hotel).
Sunday 20 March 2016 in Johannesburg (from 8:00 am- 4 pm)
Meetings will take place at our office in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Monday 21 March 2016 …
Jan 19, 2016
CONTENT
- New Location in South Africa
- Immigration News
- Efforts by Matrixvisa to Protect the Public
- Job Availability – Saskatchewan
- Smallest Issues Reach The News
- International Politics
- Economic Developments
- Corporal Punishment In Canada (Spanking Law)
- Dog Sledding – A Winter Activity
NEW LOCATION IN SOUTH AFRICA
Our new South African office location is (by appointment only):
Mandela Square – Sandton (West Tower, 2nd Floor)
Maude Street
Sandton, Johannesburg
2146
South Africa
Our number is (087) 750-0341 with extensions to the following people/departments:
101 – Cobus Kriek
102 – Accounting Department
103 – Administrative Department
IMMIGRATION NEWS
The Quebec Investor Program is planning it’s next opening in March or April 2016. Investors must have a net worth of CAD 1, 6 million and invest CAD800 000 interest-free over 5 years. The investment can also be financed for CAD220 000.
A New federal Entrepreneur Program is available. The program costs CAD350 000 and no minimum net worth is required. The applicant can use their own business plan or technology or Matrixvisa and assist in finding a business opportunity. Permanent Residence visa are issued within 5 months.
The new Prime Minister, Right Honourable Justin Trudeau made an election promise to allow more grandparents …
