Resources
Why hire an immigration lawyer? The Ontario Bar Association explains.
Download this free guide for the keys to successful immigration.
The government of Canada answers many common questions about immigration on its immigration and citizenship website.
Are you eligible to come to Canada?
How long it will take for the Canadian government to process your immigration application?
How much will the Canadian government charge to process your immigration application?
Find a Designated Medical Practitioner for your Immigration Medical Examination
How to Obtain a Police Certificate
Where to Register for your Language Test
Do you qualify for Canadian citizenship?
Get a copy of your immigration file held by IRCC (Privacy Act)
Get a copy of your immigration file held by IRCC (Access to Information Act)
What can you bring with you to Canada?
Documents you should have when crossing the border
Moving your household possessions to Canada
Form BSF186 (Personal Effects Accounting Documents)
Importing a vehicle into Canada
Bringing funds of more than $10,000 to Canada
For Canadian residents returning to Canada
Bringing household goods to Canada as a temporary resident
Private Sponsorship of Refugees
Canada’s Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program was created to let Canadian residents sponsor refugees. If you are interested in sponsoring a refugee, the Refugee Sponsorship Support Program may be able to assist you.
Resources for Newcomers to Ottawa
If you are settling in the Ottawa area, newly arrived in Ottawa or a refugee claimant living in Ottawa, please see our Ottawa Newcomer Resources page.
