Nervous About NAFTA Part 2

Nervous About NAFTA Part 2

The Introduction of the USMCA So, the deed is done. On September 30, 2018 the United States, Mexico and Canada agreed to the terms of a “new” free trade agreement. It is now referred to as the USMCA. The immigration aspects of the agreement were never really in...
Border Crossings

Border Crossings

I just returned from a wonderful vacation with my family.  We went to the seaside in New England and had a great time soaking up the sun and splashing in the waves.  As an immigration lawyer it is always interesting for me to cross the border.  I sometimes feel that I...
What is a NOC code and what is its significance?

What is a NOC code and what is its significance?

In many of my previous blogs you will notice that I often reference the National Occupation Code or NOC code.  It’s not a system that many Canadians are aware of let alone understand its importance in many Canadian government processes. The NOC system is one in which...
When Should I Apply for Permanent Residence?

When Should I Apply for Permanent Residence?

I have recently been talking to many people about permanent residence in Canada.  I find that the timing on these applications is critical.  People often make a decision that they want to live or remain in Canada and be so enthusiastic about the process they don’t...
Hiring Foreign Students

Hiring Foreign Students

Summer means that there are many international students, recently graduated, who are looking for employment in Canada.  I often get questions from employers who are interested in hiring international students about their eligibility to work, when they can start...
Canadian Citizenship

Canadian Citizenship

If you followed the IRCC twitter feed this week you will regularly see the comment that the best way to spend Canada Day is to attend a Canadian citizenship swearing in ceremony.  It’s traditional to hold a Canadian swearing in ceremony on Canada Day and several...