Canada announces two new permanent residency pathways for Hong Kong residents cdnpoli
The federal government says it is "deeply concerned" about China's imposition of the national security law and the "deteriorating" human rights situation in Hong Kong, adding the country stands shoulder to shoulder with the people of Hong Kong.
In order to be eligible for the new permanent residency pathways, applicants must have valid temporary resident status. They must also meet the specified language, education and work requirements, and must be in Canada when submitting their application and when their permanent residence is granted. The applicants are still subject to Canada's regular immigration application, screening and admissibility requirements, according to the release.
Mendicino announced initiatives to help Hong Kongers come to Canada in November, and the first stream opened applications in February 2021.
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