The Federal Government announced on 12 May 2015 Bill C-60, the Removal of Serious Foreign Criminals Act. This new legislation would amend the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, making it easier and faster to remove certain foreign nationals…
Continue ReadingTraditionally, if an employer was supporting a work permit application for a worker who was Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) exempt, they were not required to submit any forms or employer application…
Continue ReadingThe Victoria Day long weekend, also referred to as “May Two-Four”, is quickly approaching. There are many events happening in Ontario in commemoration of the holiday. Check out the list below for…
Continue ReadingMany may associate major movie productions with Hollywood. After all, the stars, award shows, and directors are centered around the West coast. The past few years however, have gradually led to the…
Continue ReadingIn today’s world, there are many ways to create a family. For an increasing number of parents, adoption has become a means to welcome children into a loving home. An interesting issue…
Continue ReadingMother’s Day is just around the corner, Sunday, May 10th – to be exact. Have you planned out a special day for your mom? If not, we’ve got you covered! Here a…
Continue ReadingA May 5th media release announced that The Honourable Richard F. Southcott has been appointed as a judge of the Federal Court in order to fill a newly created position by bill C-11….
Continue ReadingHockey season may be winding down, but team Canada is picking up momentum at the IIHF Hockey Championship. Taking place in Prague, the tournament features top players from the NHL and international leagues….
Continue ReadingTravelling to Canada? Currently residing in Canada, but have not really had the opportunity to see what the country has to offer? Here are a few must-see landmarks everyone will surely enjoy!…
Continue ReadingMario D. Bellissimo was recently quoted in The Lawyers Weekly article concerning the issue of prothonotaries possibly being phased out. Cristin Schmitz writes that the 44 year-old post may be removed from the Federal Court,…
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