Canada has introduced new immigration legislation, Bill C-12, which gives authorities more powers to scrutinise documents and information submitted with immigration applications.
According to reports in international media, the legislation allows relevant Canadian authorities to suspend or terminate the processing of an immigration application if documents are found to be false, incomplete or fraudulent.
Applicants for work permits, study permits or permanent residency are required to ensure that all submitted documents are accurate, complete and verifiable.
Errors, false information or missing documents could lead to an application being delayed, suspended or refused, depending on the circumstances and applicable immigration rules.
Applicants are also advised to exercise caution when dealing with unverified immigration agents.
Applicants should check their documents and confirm that all information is accurate through official channels before submitting an application.