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Here's a detailed timeline  focusing on the key events and people related to Canadian permanent residency obligations:

Timeline of Events & Key Legal Developments

This timeline primarily covers procedural changes and legal decisions impacting how Canada assesses permanent resident compliance with residency obligations, rather than specific individual cases. Dates mentioned in the documents themselves are used where possible; some are approximate.

Pre-2003: Pre-IRPA (Immigration and Refugee Protection Act)

Canadian Permanent Residency Obligations

Introduction

This document summarises the key aspects of Canadian permanent residency obligations, drawing upon the provided excerpts. It covers the residency requirements, exceptions, procedures for non-compliance, and the impact of relevant legislation and court decisions. The purpose is to provide a comprehensive overview for anyone seeking to understand the rules and processes surrounding the maintenance of Canadian permanent resident status.

Canadian Permanent Residency: A Study Guide

Answer the following questions in 2-3 sentences each:

Maintaining Permanent Resident Status in Canada requires adherence to specific residency obligations. Canadian PR holders must accumulate at least 730 days of physical presence in Canada within a five-year period. This requirement ensures that permanent residents maintain strong ties to the country.

ENF 23 is a comprehensive guide to the loss of permanent resident status in Canada. It details the residency obligation under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), outlining the calculation of days physically present in Canada and exceptions for those working abroad or accompanying family members. The document also covers procedures for determining compliance, appeals processes, and the role of humanitarian and compassionate considerations.

This official guide from the Government of Canada provides detailed instructions on how to complete the spousal sponsorship application

Spousal Sponsorship in Canada

Glossary of Key Terms

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Announcement of an intake cap on new international study permit applications and other changes on February 5, 2024

The Canadian government has announced key reforms to the International Student Program, aiming to ensure sustainable population growth, improve system integrity, and enhance the experience of international students in Canada. The reforms include the following changes:

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