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Derek Shank
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Derek is Senior Manager, Content & Product at CIC News and CanadaVisa.

From his early childhood, Derek had his head buried in books, excited to explore new worlds. This curiosity led him to a PhD in English Literature, where he studied the aesthetics of Romantic Hellenism.

Derek took his love of sharing knowledge to the private sector. From financial planning, to IT research, to immigration, Derek has built his career around his passion for uncovering and communicating insights that have a positive impact on people’s lives.

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Changes in the works for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, Carney says
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New medical exam requirements for permanent residence applications under Express Entry
A man at his upfront medical exam in anticipation of submitting an application for PR.
Quebec hits cap for undertakings to sponsor parents and grandparents
A man and his father go for a morning walk
Intake to open for Parents and Grandparents Program
A picture of a son and elderly father on a walk together near the lake.
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What to keep in mind when accepting a job offer for employer-driven immigration programs
People in corporate setting shake hands
Changes in the works for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, Carney says
A picture of the Canadian parliament building
Have work permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program surpassed targets, as Poilievre claims?
People in corporate attire walking away
Can I apply for a discretionary grant of Canadian citizenship?
A man and his daughter sitting by the pier discussing a discretionary act of Canadian citizenship.
Regions respond to great demand for Canada’s new rural pathway to permanent residence
The Sleeping Giant in Thunder Bay
New medical exam requirements for permanent residence applications under Express Entry
A man at his upfront medical exam in anticipation of submitting an application for PR.
Quebec hits cap for undertakings to sponsor parents and grandparents
A man and his father go for a morning walk
Intake to open for Parents and Grandparents Program
A picture of a son and elderly father on a walk together near the lake.
Quebec has hit cap for spousal sponsorship undertakings
A picture of the Quebec parliament building on a summer day.
Major changes announced in IRCC’s 2025-2026 Departmental Plan
The Canadian flag atop a Government of Canada building with the official Canada watermark.
McMaster and PEI launch program for internationally-trained physicians
The McMaster University Health Campus in Hamilton, Ontario. A few trees and a building are visible in the background.
The easiest occupations to break into to qualify for category-based draws under Express Entry
Group of Diverse Multiethnic People with Various Job
New bill would restore citizenship to lost Canadians
People celebrating Canada Day.
Quebec announces proposed immigration plans for 2026 – 2029
The Quebec flag flying on top of a hill at sunset.
New bill would rein in asylum claims
A picture of the Canadian parliament building as night falls.
IRCC changes rules for maintained status
IRCC has changed the rules for maintained status.
IRCC extends policy allowing foreign workers on closed work permits to change employers
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How Provincial Nominee Program closures can benefit skilled workers in Canada
A man holds a Canadian flag across his back
Lost CRS points for arranged employment? Boost your score with language tests
Student sits at desk in front of laptop in library, writing on notepad with a pen.
Missed out on PR through the BC PNP as an international graduate? Here are your other options for pursuing PR
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