What Steps Should One Take Upon Becoming A Permanent Resident
Arriving in Canada is an exciting milestone – but the first few weeks can also feel overwhelming as you settle into a new country. To help you start off smoothly, here are some key steps every newcomer should take after landing in Canada. 1. Apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN) Your Social Insurance Number […]
How to Choose the Right Immigration Pathway in 2025: PR vs Study vs Work
With so many immigration programs and frequent government changes, deciding the best way to come to Canada can feel overwhelming. Should you apply for permanent residence (PR), come as a student, or start on a work permit? Each pathway has its own benefits, challenges, and timelines – and the right choice depends on your goals. […]
Canada’s 2026 Caregiver Pilot Program: A New Pathway to Permanent Residence
As Canada’s population continues to age and the demand for in-home support rises, caregivers are playing an increasingly vital role in helping families across the country. To meet this demand, the Government of Canada has launched a new Canada Caregiver Pilot Program for 2026, creating a simplified and direct route to permanent residence (PR) for […]
Why Canada Still Needs Immigration
Originally posted on LinkedIn As this article notes, 71% of Canadians want fewer immigrants. No doubt this is due to failures by federal and provincial governments relating to international students. Too many immigration consultants here and abroad made false promises about pathways to PR, and provincial governments did not regulate public-private colleges properly at all. […]
How to Travel Smoothly Over Thanksgiving Weekend: Tips from CBSA & Beyond
Thanksgiving weekend is a popular time for travel, whether you’re visiting family, crossing the border, or taking a short getaway. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) warns that border crossings tend to be especially busy during long weekends, which can lead to delays and stress. If you’re planning to travel this Thanksgiving, here are practical […]
Federal Court Rules IRCC Cannot Reject Express Entry Applications for Missing Birth Certificates
A recent Federal Court decision has clarified an important issue for Express Entry applicants – and it’s a win for fairness and clarity in Canada’s immigration system. Justice Brouwer ruled that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) acted unreasonably when it returned an Express Entry application because it was missing a dependent’s birth certificate. The […]
Canada’s Population Growth Slows Sharply in 2025 – What It Means for Immigration
Canada added just 47,098 people between April 1 and July 1, 2025 – a growth rate of 0.1% – marking the slowest second-quarter increase (excluding 2020) on record. This slowdown is driven largely by declines in non-permanent residents, highlighting how strongly recent population growth has depended on temporary migration. Aging Trends & Demographic Shifts On […]
CILA: Celebrating Advocacy, Community, and the Right to Counsel
The Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association (CILA) has quickly grown from an idea – first shared in an email among colleagues – into a national organization representing immigration lawyers committed to justice, fairness, and strong advocacy. Founded by a group of lawyers, including our own Ravi Jain (who sent that first email initiating the group), CILA […]
The $100,000 H-1B Visa: Why Canada Should See Opportunity, Not Threat
On September 22, 2025, the United States implemented a dramatic policy shift: a US$100,000 processing fee for H-1B visas. For decades, the H-1B program has been a cornerstone of the American labour market, allowing companies to hire skilled professionals – particularly in technology, healthcare, and finance. Now, however, this steep cost threatens to reshape the […]
Beyond the Headlines: Misconceptions About Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program
The Globe and Mail recently published another editorial questioning the future of Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program. While the paper echoes political calls from across the spectrum to scale back or even eliminate the program, much of the discussion overlooks key facts about how it actually works and the challenges it faces. What the […]