Changes To Dispute Resolution Take Effect Today
Effective today – April 1st any individual who wishes to dispute a denial by an insurance company for SAB (Statutory Accident Benefits) will now have to go through the Attorney General’s License Appeal Tribunal (LAT) and NOT the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO). Other major changes include: Applications for mediation, neutral evaluation, or the appointment of an […]
Results Of The Express Entry Program
Jim Metcalfe – Director of Immigration: The Canadian government has released its results of the Express Entry program so far. A taste:
How To Avoid An Immigration Scam
Jim Metcalfe – Director of Immigration: An immigration scam was recently brought to my attention.
Canadian Permanent Residency For Foreign Students May Get Easier
US and Canadian immigration lawyer Andy Semotiuk: One of the most welcome announcements I have heard lately is that the federal government will revamp the Express Entry program to make permanent residency for foreign students easier:
Fairness Letter Response May Allow Family To Remain In Canada
Jim Metcalfe – Director of Immigration: A Costa Rican university professor at York University must respond to a “fairness letter” after his family’s request for permanent residency was refused. The reason for the refusal was that the child has Down syndrome. The professor considers the refusal discriminatory:
Immigration News And Issues: Interview With Jim Metcalfe
In this interview, director of immigration Jim Metcalfe talks about Canadian immigration news.
How To Handle A Motor Vehicle Accident During March Break
Being involved in a car accident is never ideal, but with March Break around the corner it is smart to prepare for an accident that may happen abroad. When traveling to the U.S., you should know that the law of the state where the accident takes place applies. This means that even though you might […]
Is The Canadian Visitor Visa System Discriminatory
Jim Metcalfe – Director of Immigration: Is there discrimination in Canada’s visitor visa system? David Mattas says yes:
Health Care For Refugees Important, Just Don’t Forget Others
government has announced how they will handle health care for refugees going forward:
Former Immigration Judge Loses Law License Following Jail Term
US and Canadian immigration lawyer Andy Semotiuk: An awful story from the Toronto Star about an immigration judge who stepped out of bounds in a big way: