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An Immigration Law Podcast

How can you identify a refugee claim with an issue of exclusion and what are the next steps? In this episode, our guest shed light on their experience practicing at the intersection of refugee law and family law.

Special Guest: Cheryl Robinson

Why is Canada falling behind? In this episode, we examine federal and provincial business immigration. Why are current programs failing? How do we create a viable program that benefits foreign entrepreneurs and the Canadian economy?

Special Guest: Robin Seligman

Despite new online mechanisms, processing times are slowers than pre-pandemic. Listen to Chantal and Cathryn discuss the opportunities and obstacles of Canada’s new virtual citizenship processes and how you can help mange your clients' expectations.

Guest Star: Lisa Middlemiss

What were the top Federal Courts Cases from 2021? Find out how these cases will affect your day-to-day immigration practice. 

Special Guest: Steven Meurrens

In this episode, Chantal and Cathryn examine the professional implications of constantly shifting COVID-19 provisions on day-to-day immigration practice. 

Special Guest: Stephen Green, a senior partner of the Green and Spiegel Law Firm in Toronto.

Join Chantal and Cathryn as they navigate the complex and consequential maze of Canada’s inadmissibility laws, keeping in mind the question, “Does one act define you for a lifetime?”

Special Guest: Raj Sharma, an expert immigration lawyer and founding partner of the Stewart Sharma Harsanyi Immigration Law Firm in Calgary.

What constitutes a family under Canada’s immigration law? Join Chantal and Cathryn as they discuss the evolution of family class sponsorship in Canada.

Special Guest: Adrienne Smith an immigration lawyer and a founding partner of the Battista Smith Migration Law Group.