Why Do Many Refugees Have A Birthday On January
january 1stDid you know that some refugees who obtain permanent residency in Canada share the same birthday? It may seem strange, but refugees and asylum seekers who do not know their birthdate or are unable to prove it are often given “January 1” as their date of birth for all official documents, including their permanent residency card. This story from the Globe and Mail highlights the issue:
Immigration In Canada: Staying Positive For 2017
In this interview, the Hon. Gerry Weiner takes a look back at Canadian immigration policy in 2016 and where it might go from here.
Canadian And US Immigration Issues For 2017
In this interview, Pace immigration lawyer Andy Semotiuk looks ahead at issues that will make immigration headlines in 2017.
Secrets To Survive Winter Driving
Frozen door handles, frozen windshield wipers, frozen gas tank….frozen everything? Winter driving is hard! We asked around and came up with some of the most ingenius secrets to save you some frustration this season. What to do when: your windows fog up Sure, you could waste time sitting in your car letting your heater de-fog […]
A Look Back At US And Canadian Immigration Issues In 2016
In this interview, Pace Immigration lawyer Andy Semotiuk takes a look at what happened in immigration in 2016.
Canada Needs A Federal Investor Immigration Program
Gerry WeinerGerry Weiner – Pace Law Firm: Quebec has long been in control of its own immigration objectives, separate from those of the federal government. That remains true to this day. The result is that Canada still has an immigrant investor program, but it is centred in Quebec (a hodgepodge of provincial nomination programs targeting entrepreneurs also exists, but they are not straightforward ‘investor immigration’ programs in the classic sense).
Build The Bridge: Investor Immigration For Canadian Infrastructure
Gerry WeinerHon. Gerry Weiner – Pace Immigration: Several years ago, my colleagues and I at Pace Law Firm developed ideas on how we could energize an investor immigration plan in Canada using an infrastructure program. That is, rebuilding Canadian infrastructure with new immigrant investor money. We have blogged about this numerous times.
Top Lessons From 2016
Looking back on 2016 provides an opportunity to reflect and look for lessons to move us forward in the direction we want. Some lessons we can look back on and laugh, while others still hurt to think about. The whole point of the popular News Year’s resolutions is to learn from mistakes and missed opportunities. […]
Winter Driving Preparation
2016 has been an awful year for automobile-related accidents and deaths. Before we enter another season of snow, sleet and slippery terrain, let’s recap the most important dos and don’ts for winter driving. Keep these in mind and stay safe and accident-free this season: Winter Driving Car Kit Cold weather can cause adverse and unexpected effects to […]
More Immigration Scammers Caught, More Immigrants Losing Status
Jim Metcalfe – Pace Immigration: To avoid being used by immigration scammers, would-be immigrants would do well to remember the old adage: If it sounds too good to be true, it is.