As of January 1, 2026, Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program was paused, however, pending applications will continue to be processed.
April 23, 2026
As of January 1, 2026, Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program was paused, however, pending applications will continue to be processed.
Canada’s recent amendments to the Citizenship Act have expanded the definition of who is a Canadian citizen by descent – individuals born
April 14, 2026: Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently announced a series of proposed changes they are considering to the Express Entry system.
April 10, 2026: As of April 1, 2026, post‑secondary international students will no longer need a separate co‑op work permit to complete required work placements.
April 9, 2026: It is a pleasure to announce the release of the second edition of Temporary Entry into the Canadian Labour Market.
What happens if your ancestor renounced Canadian citizenship? Learn how renunciation affects citizenship by descent, eligibility rules, and your possible pathways to becoming a Canadian citizen.
Canada’s new citizenship by descent rules under the recently amended Citizenship Act have created exciting opportunities for many people with Canadian grandparents and ancestors.
March 31, 2026: Effective March 30, 2026, new regulatory changes to the Provincial Nomination Program (PNP) give exclusive jurisdiction of the assessment of the applicant’s “ability to economically establish” and “intent to reside” in the province to the province.
Canada’s newly enacted Bill C‑12 introduces major changes to both refugee eligibility and the government’s authority over immigration documents.
As a Canadian citizen, you can sponsor your spouse for permanent residence, even if you have not lived in Canada before.
Want to retain foreign workers long term? This guide explains permanent residence pathways, including Express Entry and PNPs, to help Canadian employers secure talent beyond expiring work permits.
Need to retain foreign workers but lack LMIA-exempt options? This guide explains the LMIA process and key streams, including High-Wage, Low-Wage, and Global Talent, to help Canadian employers plan ahead.
Looking to retain foreign workers without an LMIA? This guide explains top LMIA-exempt work permit options, including FTAs, IEC, Mobilité Francophone, and more to help Canadian employers keep talent.
Worried about losing employees due to expiring work permits? This guide explains key risks, PGWP timelines, and practical immigration pathways to help Canadian employers retain talent and plan ahead.
In recent months, there has been a significant rise in Post‑Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) refusals caused by missing language test results.
We are proud to announce that three of our lawyers have been recognized in the Lexpert 2026 rankings for excellence in Immigration Law.
At its heart, Canadian immigration and nationality policy is about supporting individuals and families in building meaningful, long-term connections with
Recent changes to Canada’s citizenship by descent rules have expanded who may be considered a Canadian citizen.
Canada announces major Express Entry changes for 2026, including new categories, updated occupation lists, and increased work experience requirements.
Green and Spiegel has been recognized as a Band 1 law firm for Immigration in the Chambers Global 2026 Guide.