The Canadian government legalized cannabis for recreational use in October 2018 and it started a growing cannabis industry that has significantly contributed to the Canadian economy.
However, everyday Canadians that work … Read More
AAIP’s new Expression of Interest System will launch on September 30, 2024.
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (“AAIP”) is a provincial economic immigration program that nominates individuals for permanent residence in … Read More
On August 26, 2024, the federal government announced new restrictions on the hiring of low-wage temporary foreign workers in Canada. This is a significant shift at policy targeting the low-wage … Read More
On July 24, 2024, in a landmark decision, a federal district Court in the U.S. ruled that searches of electronic devices at the U.S. border require a warrant and probable … Read More
Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages Minister states the federal government is considering restricting or refusing temporary foreign worker applications under the low-wage stream.
The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) allows … Read More
As the deadline for a potential strike by the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) approaches, the Canadian government and the union representing border services workers are locked in negotiation.
The … Read More
Bill C-71 amends the Citizenship Act of Canada to remove the first-generation limit to Canadian citizenship by descent.
With this limitation removed, a parent who is a Canadian citizen can now … Read More
Whether you’re buyer or seller, legal due diligence serves an important (different, yet complementary) purpose in any M&A transaction.
In addition to getting a deal done, both buyers and sellers have … Read More
As of May 1, 2024, the temporary policy that allowed international students to work full-time off-campus will end. This policy initially began as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic and … Read More
Update: On July 1, 2024, Saskatchewan’s Immigration Services Act came into force.
On April 8, 2024, the Government of Saskatchewan announced new legislation aimed at strengthening the province’s immigration system.
The new … Read More
