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Post U.S. Election: U.S. and Canadian Immigration Options
Green and Spiegel Managing Partner Evan Green and U.S. Managing Partner Jonathan Grode provided insights and addressed your most frequently asked questions regarding cross-border immigration policies and opportunities.
Agenda
Anticipated Areas of Change:
- Border security and scrutiny
- Visa processing and USCIS processing
- Worksite enforcement
Canadian Options:
- Student Work Abroad Program (SWAP)
- CUSMA (Job Offer, Investment)
- Student Visas
- Descent Applications
- Intra-Company Transfers (ICT)
- Francophone Program
- Global Mobility
- Digital Nomad
Featured Article – CTV News
In an interview with CTVNews, Green and Spiegel Managing Partner Evan Green discussed the surge in interest in immigrating to Canada from the United States after the U.S. election.
“The way things have played out, we’re getting an inordinate number of questions about moving to Canada and how does one move to Canada.”
Featured Article – Reuters
In an interview with Reuters, Green and Spiegel Managing Partner Evan Green discussed the impact of the U.S. election results on inquiries about immigrating to Canada.
“Trump is obviously the impetus, but it’s also societal. The majority of Americans voted for him and some people don’t necessarily feel comfortable living in that kind of society anymore.”
INSIDE IMMIGRATION – October 30th, 2024
Panelists Shoshana Green and Madison Kelly 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
- Policy Announcements and Immigration Updates
- 2025 – 2027 Immigration Levels Plan
- Extended Work & Study Permit Measures for Ukrainians
- Permanent Residency Updates
- Student & Post Graduate Work Permit Updates
- LMIA/Temporary Foreign Worker Program Updates
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.