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Oswaldo Ruiz

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Oswaldo Ruiz

Oswaldo Ruiz worked in archives before joining ehCanadaVisa. He has a quiet obsession with source verification and will not trust a document until he has seen the original filing.

Passport and Citizenship Document Fee Hikes: Key Changes Effective April 1, 2026
Canadian Citizenship
Passport and Citizenship Document Fee Hikes: Key Changes Effective April 1, 2026

Government fees for passports and citizenship documents increased on March 31, 2026. Review the new '30 days or free' processing guarantee and…

Apr 17, 2026 3 min read
Understanding the 60-Month Wait Period for Deemed Rehabilitation in Canada
Inadmissibility & Legal Issues
Understanding the 60-Month Wait Period for Deemed Rehabilitation in Canada

For multiple summary offences, deemed rehabilitation kicks in five years after sentence completion, but strict rules apply.

Apr 17, 2026 4 min read
Post-Secondary Closures: BC’s 2026 Enforcement Crackdown on Exploitative International Student Programs
News & Updates
Post-Secondary Closures: BC’s 2026 Enforcement Crackdown on Exploitative International Student Programs

New BC legislation and federal reforms signal a stricter era for international students, requiring heightened compliance and increasing institutional review risk.

Apr 17, 2026 3 min read
Job Offer and LMIA Fraud: Understanding Penalties for Recruitment Scams
Visas & Entry
Job Offer and LMIA Fraud: Understanding Penalties for Recruitment Scams

IRCC uses specific mechanisms to detect and penalize individuals and organizations that misuse the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) via fraudulent job…

Apr 17, 2026 3 min read
Applicant Responsibility: Understanding Legal Accountability When Applying to IRCC
Inadmissibility & Legal Issues
Applicant Responsibility: Understanding Legal Accountability When Applying to IRCC

Your legal responsibility for the truthfulness of every document submitted to IRCC rests with you, regardless of who assists you with the…

Apr 17, 2026 3 min read
The 14-Day Irregular Entry Rule: How the Safe Third Country Agreement Impacts Land Border Asylum Claims
US-Canada Cross Border
The 14-Day Irregular Entry Rule: How the Safe Third Country Agreement Impacts Land Border Asylum Claims

Changes to the Safe Third Country Agreement (STCA) impose a critical 14-day window, significantly altering the process for making asylum claims at…

Apr 17, 2026 5 min read
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP): Eligibility and Paths to Permanent Residence
Permanent Residence
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP): Eligibility and Paths to Permanent Residence

Considering building a life in Atlantic Canada? This guide details the Atlantic Immigration Program, outlining the specific steps needed to secure your…

Apr 15, 2026 6 min read
Understanding Canadian Work Experience: How It Accelerates Your Path to Permanent Residence
Permanent Residence
Understanding Canadian Work Experience: How It Accelerates Your Path to Permanent Residence

As of March 25, 2025, Express Entry candidates no longer receive points for a valid job offer, making Canadian work experience the…

Apr 14, 2026 5 min read
Which Employers Regularly Sponsor LMIAs? A Real-World Guide
Work Permits
Which Employers Regularly Sponsor LMIAs? A Real-World Guide

Learn which Canadian employers are most likely to sponsor an LMIA, what the process costs, and how to avoid common pitfalls in…

Apr 13, 2026 8 min read
How IELTS and CELPIP Scores Affect Your Express Entry CRS Points
Permanent Residence
How IELTS and CELPIP Scores Affect Your Express Entry CRS Points

Your language test results directly determine how many points you receive for language ability in the Comprehensive Ranking System. This guide explains…

Apr 12, 2026 7 min read