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Québec Reduces Access To Its Simplified Process For Temporary Foreign Workers In Professions Facing Labour Shortages
A new list of the occupations eligible to the facilitated Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA) process required for issuance of work permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker program for foreign workers destined to the province of Québec was issued by the Ministère de l'immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration (MIFI) on Feb. 24, 2025.
IRCC Update On Working Hours For International Students: Off-campus Changes
The temporary public policy (the policy) allowing certain study permit holders to work more than 20 hours per week off-campus during regular school terms or semesters came to an end on April 30, 2024. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) also announced its intention to change the number of hours international students may work off-campus this fall as students return to campus.
Shift In Canadian Government's Position Pertaining To Immigration
BL Borden Ladner Gervais LLP More BLG is a leading, national, full-service Canadian law firm focusing on business law, commercial litigation, and intellectual property solutions for our clients. BLG is one of the country’s largest law firms with more than 750 lawyers, intellectual property agents and other professionals in five cities across Canada. August 2024 featured significant changes to the Canadian immigration system, most notably limiting access to temporary and permanent immigration.
Canada's Proposed Trusted Institution Framework: Implications For Designated Learning Institutions
Canada is planning to introduce a new Trusted Institution framework for its student visa programme by 2024, which will create a two-tiered structure among Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs). The proposed framework forms part of a larger strategy to modernize the International Student Program (ISP) and address various concerns, such as the vulnerability of international students, the high volume of applications, and the need for more diversity.
Canada's proposed Trusted Institution framework: Implications for Designated Learning Institutions
Canada is planning to introduce a new Trusted Institution framework for its student visa programme by 2024, which will create a two-tiered structure among Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs). The proposed framework forms part of a larger strategy to modernize the International Student Program (ISP) and address various concerns, such as the vulnerability of international students, the high volume of applications, and the need for more diversity.
Canada Launches Its First-ever Tech Talent Strategy
On June 27, 2023, the Government of Canada announced its first-ever Tech Talent Strategy aimed at using immigration to strengthen Canada's tech sector. Under this strategy, the Government of Canada will be launching a number of ambitious immigration program improvements and new initiatives to attract top tech talent to Canada.
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
The Government of Canada recently added 13 countries to its visa-free travel list by expanding the scope of the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) program. This move is aimed at strengthening travel, tourism, international business, and global relations. Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) Introduced on Aug. 1, 2015, Electronic Travel Authorization is an entry requirement for travellers from visa-exempt countries and a few from the list of visa-required countries when travelling by air.
Canada launches its first-ever Tech Talent Strategy
On June 27, 2023, the Government of Canada announced its first-ever Tech Talent Strategy aimed at using immigration to strengthen Canada’s tech sector. Under this strategy, the Government of Canada will be launching a number of ambitious immigration program improvements and new initiatives to attract top tech talent to Canada.
New Category-based Selection In Canada's Express Entry Program Addresses Labour Needs And Targets French Speakers
The Government of Canada recently introduced category-based selection (CBS) as part of its Express Entry program to better address Canada's economic and immigration needs. CBS in 2023 will focus on filling labour shortages in certain sectors and occupations, as well as encouraging Francophone immigration to reaffirm Canada's commitment to bilingualism and the importance of the French language in Canada.
The Government Of Canada Rescinds COVID-19 Travel Restrictions
Effective October 1, 2022, the Government of Canada removed all remaining COVID-19 travel and entry restrictions, including all testing, quarantine and isolation requirements. This will apply to all travellers entering Canada, regardless of their citizenship. "Thanks largely to Canadians who have rolled up their sleeves to get vaccinated, we have reached the point where we can safely lift the sanitary measures at the border.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Tax, Employment & Immigration Issues
At the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, regional lockdowns forced many employees to work from home indefinitely. As public health measures begin to ease, many employers have permanently adopted flexible working arrangements that involve their employees working from home on a full-time or hybrid basis. This article summarizes the important legal considerations for employers adopting flexible working arrangements.
Ukraine-Russia War: Canada Announces New Temporary Residence Pathway For Ukrainians
Canada: Ukraine-Russia War: Canada Announces New Temporary Residence Pathway For Ukrainians 28 March 2022 by Laura Thistle and Brian Dingle Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors On March 17, 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the launch of the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET), an accelerated temporary residence pathway available to Ukrainians and their immediate family members.
Russia-Ukraine War: Canada Announces New Immigration Streams For Ukrainian Nationals
Canada: Russia-Ukraine War: Canada Announces New Immigration Streams For Ukrainian Nationals 15 March 2022 by Brian Dingle and Noah Burshtein Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com.
Webinar: Future Series: Oh Canada! Key Legal Issues For International Companies
Canada: Webinar: Future Series: Oh Canada! Key Legal Issues For International Companies 02 December 2021 by Elisa Henry , Brian Dingle , Maddie Axelrod , Steve Suarez and Sarah McEachern Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. With its stable government, reliable infrastructure, solid workforce and favourable immigration policies, Canada is an attractive place for business.
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Mike Ashley and curious case of these missing millions of revenue at Newcastle United
In light of an excellent article (Comment: Mike Ashley promises in 2013 – Newcastle United and Leicester City the reality) recently by Mark Jensen and figures released by the equally excellent financial blogger Swiss Ramble about the amount that is spent on capital infrastructure by each club (this is basically what is spent on buildings etc), it was no surprise to find out who was bottom of the league in the findings.
I'm not usually one for conspiracy theories but this at Newcastle United...
I’m not one for conspiracy theories, I leave that to the wife and son as they seem to have plenty, but I don’t think it is coincidence that Steve Bruce has ended up as manager of Newcastle United. I say this with despair in my voice, as there isn’t much worse as a manager out there.
Canadian Government Updates COVID-19 Travel Restrictions
Canada: Canadian Government Updates COVID-19 Travel Restrictions 08 February 2021 by Brian Dingle and Milica Bijelic Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. On Jan. 29, 2021, the Government of Canada announced new COVID-19 travel restrictions to prevent further spread of COVID-19 throughout Canada.
Negative COVID-19 Test Required For Those Flying To Canada
Canada: Negative COVID-19 Test Required For Those Flying To Canada 08 January 2021 by Brian Dingle and Milica Bijelic Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Pre-departure COVID testing requirement in effect Effective January 7, everyone five years of age and older flying into Canada must test negative for COVID-19 before getting on the plane.
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Comparing 13 years of Mike Ashley with Sir John Hall and Freddy Shepherd regime
There is often a lot of discussion about the merits of the previous regime that owned and ran the club prior to the Mike Ashley Newcastle United takeover, in fact some are anti the Sir John Hall and Freddy Shepherd ownership. So, I thought I’d spend a bit of time and look at the two regimes in a bit more detail.
Having worked with people like Mike Ashley, it is important to understand that this is the way they think
In this time of zero football, although what Steve Bruce serves up on a normal Saturday could be classed as zero football… This and the recent antics of our illustrious owner, has led me to share some thoughts on those like Mike Ashley who are self-made entrepreneurs and the way they think. During the 46 years of my working life and especially the last 24 years, where I have either run my own company or worked as a contractor, I have come into contact and worked for several of these businessmen.
Canada To Restrict Entry Of Most Foreign Travellers In Response To COVID-19
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Why 10,000 free Newcastle United season tickets are going to boost atmosphere - Or maybe not...
It is the season of festive cheer. As fans we have had the early visit of Santa Ashley to St James Park (giving out 10,000 free Newcastle United season tickets). Now, I am not going to go through the good/bad side of that festive saga in this little tale. Instead I would like to share a tale that has arisen in my mate’s family. I have had cause to come home to Newcastle lately, only unfortunately for one day, but one day is better than nothing.
Ensuring Adherence To Canada's Immigration Compliance Regime Employer Inspections
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To beat Mike Ashley we need to win this media war
As a third generation Newcastle United supporter, my daughter being the fourth, it’s fair to say we bleed black and white. The generations go all the way back to 1892 and the club’s inception. I am lucky enough to remember the Fairs Cup win, my father was even luckier in seeing them lift the FA Cup at Wembley, how we long for those days again. We’ve had twelve years of purgatory, with an owner who couldn’t care less about the city, the club or the fan base.
Potential Changes to NAFTA Could Have Significant Impacts on Obtaining Canadian Work Permits
President Donald Trump frequently raised the issue of renegotiating the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) during his campaign. Since taking office, he has renewed his criticism and intent to renegotiate NAFTA.
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