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Immigration Insights
When Immigration Policy Creates Expectations: Lessons from Canada and Spain
Immigration policy does not only determine who can enter or remain in a country today. It can also influence what people believe may become possible tomorrow. Recent events in Spain provide a striking example. In 2026, Spain introduced a... -
Immigration Insights
Japan’s New Employment for Skill Development Program: A Search for Balance Between Worker Protection and Skills Development
Japan will introduce its new Employment for Skill Development Program (Ikusei Shuro) on April 1, 2027, replacing the current Technical Intern Training Program (TITP). As a Canadian immigration consultant for many years, I find the debate... -
Immigration Insights
Japan Immigration Update #1: PR and Compliance
Permanent Residence in Japan: What Has Changed in the Last Six Months? Over the past six months, Japan's immigration policies have undergone significant changes. Following the launch of the new administration, discussions surrounding imm... -
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Japan vs Canada Immigration Systems: Practical Insights (Part 1)|
■ Introduction Both Japan and Canada accept immigrants, but there are significant differences in how their systems operate and how applications are assessed. I have been working in Canadian immigration for over 20 years and am now also i...
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