Exciting News - Canada announced new pathways for Hong Kong residents On November 12, 2020, Canadian government announced new immigration measures to encourage Hong Kong residents to immigrant to Canada!

No one will be disqualified simply because of being accused or arrested of violating the National Security Law recently implemented in Hong Kong.

Enhancements to existing immigration programs to support people from Hong Kong to obtain permanent residence in Canada.

Eligible Hong Kong residents who have completed post-secondary studies in Canada or abroad in the last 5 years to apply for an open work permit, which may be valid for up to 3 years, their accompanying family members may attend school and work in Canada at the same time.

New pathway for Hong Kong residents who meet specific eligibility criteria with 1-year Canadian work experience is being created. This new pathway will be available in 2021, requirements on minimum language, education levels, and in Canada work experience will be announced.

The government will also expedite study permit applications for Hong Kong residents. Upon graduation, , these students will have a new dedicated pathway to permanent residence.

Canada will also expedite the processing of family class for Hong Kong applicants.

The above new measures are expected to be implemented in early 2021, details will be announced later.