Welcome, Winter!
There are so many ways to embrace the great outdoors during the cold and snowy winter months. For some people, the notion of embracing the outdoors (when they do not have to)…
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Jan
2016
Category: Blog
18
Jan
2016
How Permanent Is Permanent Residence Status?
A person who has been granted PR status by immigrating to Canada is considered a Permanent Resident of Canada. As a permanent resident you have the right to live, work or study anywhere in Canada,…
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14
Jan
2016
NBA All-Star Game Is Sure to be a Slam-Dunk!
The 2016 NBA All-Star game is set to take place in Toronto, over the Family Day long weekend from February 12 to the 14th. If the incredible line-up of basketball stars participating…
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14
Jan
2016
Mario D. Bellissimo Featured in Toronto Star Article!
Mario D. Bellissimo was featured in an article published by the Toronto Star. The topic? Canada’s parent and grandparent sponsorship program. Ben Spurr explores some of the issues faced by applicants, including…
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13
Jan
2016
Express Entry Draw #25 Results: 1,518 Invitations Issued on January 13th
The most recent Express Entry Draw took place during the period of January 13th and ending on January 14th. During this round, a total of 1, 518 ITAs have been issued to foreign nationals…
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13
Jan
2016
Supreme Court Strengthens “Best Interests of a Child” Analysis in H&C Applications
In cases where there are compelling humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) grounds, Citizenship and Immigration Canada has the flexibility to grant permanent resident status to certain foreign nationals who would otherwise not qualify…
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12
Jan
2016
Welcome to the 6!
Did you know that in Toronto, on St. Patrick’s Street, you will find a house that has been sawed in half, literally! There are many interesting and unique facts that many people…
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11
Jan
2016
And So 2016 Begins . . . With Many Questions About the Future of Immigration Law!
A New Year, new government, new Immigration Minister and a number of new questions: Will family reunification be a priority for the New Liberal Government? Will we see the lengthy wait time…
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11
Jan
2016
Express Entry Draw #24 Results: 1,463 Invitations Issued on January 6th
The first Express Entry draw of 2016 took place January 6th. During this round, a total of 1, 463 ITAs have been issued to foreign nationals who had 461 points or more….
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7
Jan
2016
Checking in on Toronto’s Polar Bear Cub!
In 2015, the Toronto Zoo welcomed many new animal babies –including panda and polar bear cubs! The latest additions are all doing great, especially the unnamed polar bear. Born on November 11…
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