It is December 1, 2011 and some major program and process changes that take effect today: Elimination of Counterfoils for Approved Permanent Residence Applicants from Visa-Exempt Countries MODIFIED Operational Bulletin 348 – December…
Continue ReadingAs disclosed in Canada Gazette: Bill C-35 came into force on June 30, 2011, amending the IRPR by making it an offence for anyone other than an authorized representative to represent or advise…
Continue ReadingThe following passage is as true as it is elusive: I once got a fortune cookie that said; “To remember is to understand.” I have never forgotten it. A good judge remembers what it…
Continue ReadingAs a litigator the following quote is particularly appropriate if you substitute the word “man with “lawyer”: A successful man (lawyer) is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks…
Continue ReadingNovember 26, 2011 2:29 PM “I am disappointed and concerned with the Harper Government’s short-sighted decision to cut support to Ontario’s new comer settlement agencies. Those cuts will make it harder for…
Continue ReadingAccording to CIC, TFW – needs a review – it has become too complicated. Program has doubled but how does it interact with employment insurance policies, regional economic activity. Minister has concerns TFW filling…
Continue ReadingCIC advised citizenship applicants must have a CLB 4 benchmark – adequate knowledge of English or French – ages 18-54 – standard must be met upfront at time of filing –return files otherwise…
Continue ReadingThe PNP has played a crucial role in meeting labour market needs and in spreading the benefits of economic immigration across the country. It is now the second largest source of economic immigration…
Continue ReadingDue to the two year moratorium which has beenplaced on new parent and grandparents sponsorships to alleviate the currentbacklog, the government has created a new “Parent and Grandparent Super-Visa”which comes into effect…
Continue ReadingThis has been a very busy month with many days away from the office including several days in Ottawa for meetings on behalf of the Canadian Bar Association with our various stakeholders…
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