What delays are possible at Immigration Canada?
Canada's civil servants' union continues its strike. Read how it will affect the work of the Department of Immigration.
Recently, we wrote that employees of the Department of Immigration have officially joined the strike of the Public Employees' Union of Canada. Fortunately, only some of the agency's employees who are members of the union will participate in the events, and their colleagues will continue to work. Today it became known what processes will be affected by the strike of the employees of the Ministry.
Journalists report that we should expect disruptions and delays in:
- Processing Applications.
- Organizing face-to-face meetings, including the citizenship ceremony.
- Responses to email, telephone, or social media.
- Consular services.
- Providing passport services in Canada.
As you can see, the strikes will have a negative impact on foreigners and nationals alike. However, there is no need to be upset. Some services will be available as before:
- Applicants will still be able to apply online for various immigration and visa programs.
- They will also be able to send their applications to the Department of Immigration by mail and through online accounts.
- Access to some emergency services will also be preserved.
In addition, the Department of Immigration's private partner organizations, as well as visa centers outside Canada, will continue to operate as usual.
Recall that the strike began over wage levels, telecommuting, and seniority retirement. The union intends to fight resolutely for better working conditions for civil servants. The government has not fully satisfied the organization's demands but is willing to continue negotiations. It will probably be forced to give in to the strikers' demands: the Union's office said that they have the resources for at least another 20 days of strike action. Prolonged protests will not be good for the state, and therefore the Canadian authorities must act quickly.
The Ministry of Immigration strike is not a reason to give up on moving to Canada. The situation promises to be resolved within a month, online applications are still accepted, and visa centers outside Canada are operating as usual. Sign up with us for a consultation to move easily, quickly, and with maximum benefit to yourself.
