Canadian Immigration Blog
Cannabis is now legal in Canada – What do immigrants need to know?
Tuesday October 16th, 2018
As of October 17, 2018, cannabis will now be legal for recreational use in Canada. The new laws permit individuals to possess, use and grow...
Getting to ‘Yes’ – a guide to reapplying for visas
Tuesday September 25th, 2018
As a Vancouver immigration lawyer, I often meet with clients asking for advice on how to overcome a refused application or even two or more...
When should I study in Canada? – Considerations for an International Student
Monday September 10th, 2018
As September marks the start of another school year, it also marks the arrival of many of Canada’s international students. Often for international students, coming...
Express entry optimization: profile of a successful applicant
Tuesday August 21st, 2018
In meeting with prospective Canadian immigrants, we are often asked what will help them succeed in the Express Entry selection system. While there is no...
Sponsor your parents and grandparents in 2019
Monday August 6th, 2018
Families hoping to reunite with their parents and grandparents in Canada will be ecstatic to learn that their chances of helping their loved ones immigrate...
Express Entry Alternatives: The Self-Employed Application and other immigration strategies
Monday July 23rd, 2018
Once upon a time, prospective Canadian immigrants were masters of their own destiny. They could make an application for permanent residence as a skilled worker...