Embracing Change – How Technology Platforms Help Us Serve Our Clients

The legal industry, in comparison with virtually every other industry or profession, has been resistant to technological advances. Justice Rosalie Abella of the Supreme Court of Canada noted that “any good litigator from 1906, could, with a few hours of coaching, feel perfectly at home in today’s courtrooms”.

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Immigration During COVID-19 – Why Foreign Workers Play a Critical Role in Canada’s Health System

The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated the critical role of frontline workers. In particular, healthcare workers saw the consequences of the disease firsthand.

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Defining Terrorism – The Case of a Refugee Deemed Inadmissible Due to Political Party

Overview of the Case A Bangladeshi national was an active local member of a major political opposition party. He applied for Refugee status in Canada on the basis of this party membership but was initially…

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Convicted of a DUI?New Penalties Make Coming to Canada More Difficult

n 2017 there were more than 69,000 incidents of impaired driving in Canada, and federal statistics show that nearly four people die from impaired driving related accidents each day. In response to these numbers, the…

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The Canadian Labour Market and the Shortage of Skilled Workers

The Canadian labour market is experiencing a shortage of skilled workers in a variety of different sectors. The issue of shortages is sometimes attributed to the natural ebbs and flows of the Canadian economy, and…

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Immigrating to Canada? How Will Your Education Compare?

Applying for permanent residence is an exciting moment for many people looking to immigrate to Canada. One of the main ways to come to Canada as a permanent resident is to go through Canada’s Express…

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What is the Ontario French Skilled Worker Program?

Express Entry is a program offered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada which streamlines permanent residency for those applying to live and work in Canada. This assessment utilizes a comprehensive point ranking system that is…

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Canadian Immigration – Understanding the Difference Between a Permit and a Visa

“What’s the difference between a permit and a visa?” It’s a question we get asked a lot, and it’s a common point of confusion for many people navigating Canada’s immigration process for the first time….

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What Professionals Should Know About Travelling Since Cannabis Legalization

In October 2018, Canada legalized the possession and use of recreational cannabis. Since then, the legal cannabis industry has grown and expanded, retail outlets have opened across the country, and Canadian usage of cannabis has…

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Getting the Best Help – How to Choose Professional Representation in the Mobility and Immigration Process

The process of relocation to Canada requires in-depth knowledge of related law and policy to understand the correct steps to take when acquiring a work visa/study visa/permanent resident visa. Each of these processes includes gathering…

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