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FEATURED ARTICLE – HRReporter
In an interview with HRReporter, Green and Spiegel Partner Alexandra Cole discussed the impact of the updated guidance issued by the Canadian government on its International Mobility Program.
“The policy emphasizes that it is incumbent upon multinational companies to be discerning and selective to ensure that the workers who are being transferred truly possess advanced proprietary knowledge and an advanced level of expertise.”
FEATURED SEMINAR – NextStars
In a seminar with NextStars, Green and Spiegel Managing Partner, Stephen W. Green, discussed how the Start-up Visa and Canada’s immigration policies provide incredible opportunities for newcomer innovators to build thriving businesses in Canada.
Canada & U S – Gateway to Global Business & Immigration
Speakers Stephen W. Green, Eren Sari, and Benjamin Green from Green and Spiegel shared their expertise regarding the practicalities involved in global investments from a business and immigration perspective.
Takeaways:
- Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking international success will discover that Canada and the U.S. serve as gateways to Western and global markets.
- Discover the advantages of doing business in Canada: Start-up Visa & Canadian government incentives for innovation.
- Learn about the pathway from work permit to permanent residence for businesses entering the Canadian market.
- Gain insights into immigration options for doing business in the U.S. market.
End of Temporary Public Policy Explained
Green and Spiegel Partner Alexandra Cole is here to answer your questions following the end of the temporary public policy that allowed visitors to apply for a work permit from within Canada.
FEATURED ARTICLE – Financial Post
In an interview with the Financial Post, Green and Spiegel Managing Partner Stephen Green shared his thoughts on the increasing demand for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) and the challenges many foreign workers are now facing.
“Maybe in some areas, the government needs to review its policy with respect to the issuance of an LMIA.”
SUV Client Testimonial – Bhavesh Thakkarr
Discover the impact of dedicated legal support. Hear from our Start-up Visa client, Bhavesh Thakkar, as he shares his journey and success with Green and Spiegel.
Canada’s Caregiver Program: Expectations and Questions for the Future
Panelists Hilete Stein and Claire MacLean provided the anticipated requirements and next steps of Canada’s Caregiver Pilot Program.
Agenda
- Immigration Levels Plan: How do caregivers fit in?
- Looking back: Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilots:
- Processing changes to pending applications
- Current processing time
- Looking forward: Launch of enhanced caregiver pilots:
- Applicant criteria
- Job offer and employer criteria
- Questions for the future
- How to prepare in advance of the pilot launch
INSIDE IMMIGRATION – June 26th, 2024
Panelists Peter Salerno and Jonathan Green provided the latest developments in Canadian immigration.
The panelists provided attendees with guidance, updates and best practices in these uncertain times and opened it up to questions from the audience at the end of the webinar.
Agenda
- Pilot Program – Caregivers
- Express Entry Update
- Processing Times & IRCC Portals
- Study Permit Cap Update
- Special Measures Updates:
- Upcoming Expiry to the Measures for Israeli nationals, Palestine passport holders and family members in Canada (Expiring June 12, 2024) – Extended to July 31, 2025
- Temporary measures to support family members affected by the crisis in Haiti
- “Flagpoling” at the border Update – PGWP ban
FEATURED ARTICLE – The Hub
In an interview with The Hub Canada, Green and Spiegel Senior Associate Benjamin Green shared his insights on why Canadians are moving to the U.S. at record levels.
RADIO INTERVIEW – CityNews
In a radio interview with CityNews, Green and Spiegel Managing Partner Stephen Green emphasized the crucial role of both permanent and temporary residents in addressing labour shortages amid Canada’s aging population, and highlighted the importance of streamlining Canada’s immigration pathways to provide newcomers with a smoother application process.
Scroll to 1:15:45 to listen to the interview (June 11, 2024 – Episode 130).