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Many multinational companies leverage Canada's Intra-Company Transfer Program to expand their business in the country. ICT or the Intra-Company Transfer  Program allows international businesses to move their qualified employees to Canada to help them improve their global competitiveness and management systems. Some businesses also use this program to expand their Canadian exports. Requirements If you operate a successful business outside Canada, you can apply for this program. But there are some other requirements to qualify for it, including but not limited to: ·  Your company should be operational for at least a year. Ideally, it must have successfully operated in your home country for three years. ·  Your company must be financially stable and must have the capability to support your foreign operations in Canada. ·  The person applying for the work permit must have worked for the company for at least a year  (during the three years preceding the application) ...

Immigrating to a new country  can be a daunting and complicated process . Not only are there many documents you need to submit, but there are some other requirements you need to know about. When you’re looking to immigrate to Canada, you have the option to choose a Canadian immigration lawyer  or a consultant. Though both can represent you during the immigration process, they have starkly different backgrounds and authorities. That's why today, we're listing all the differences between immigration lawyers and consultants. Difference #1: Educational Backgrounds Immigration lawyers or attorneys are required to obtain legal education experience  compared to consultants. It's mandatory to attend law school for three years and pass the bar exam to become a registered lawyer. Additionally, many lawyers also work as interns in law firms either during or after their studies. In comparison, immigration consultants are not lawyers as they don't attend law school. Instead, they ge...

Canada’s immigration system has long been touted as a model for other countries . This is true because of their immigration policies regarding skilled workers, and their family immigration policies. A spousal open work permit  enables you to be eligible for an open work permit while your inland application for permanent residency is being processed. If you have any questions regarding this work permit, this detailed FAQ can be your complete guide. Who Can Apply? Anyone who has applied for spouse sponsorship  can apply for this permit. What Are the Criteria? In order to get your spousal open work permit, you have to meet the following criteria: 1.  You must have applied for and submitted a permanent residency application under the Spousal or Common-Law Partner Sponsorship Immigration Program. 2.  Have a genuine relationship with a permanent resident, foreign national principal applicant, or citizen. 3.  Should live at the same address as the spouse or common-law ...

Brain injuries can come with life-long repercussions and challenges . As June was the national brain injury awareness month  in Canada, it’s vital that we still spread awareness regarding the topic. Unfortunately, many people experience traumatic brain injuries due to varying accidents resulting from vehicles, slips and falls, etc. These injuries can be a life-altering event that often affects your ability to work. Here’s what you should know about brain injury claims before reaching out to personal injury lawyers in Mississauga . Sign #1: If the Other Party Caused It It’s essential that you know which party is responsible for the accident before you can make a personal injury claim. That’s because you might not have a viable claim if you bear responsibility even to the slightest degree. For example, if you ignored a wet surface sign or drove while intoxicated, you might hurt your chances of recovery. Similarly, you have a viable claim if someone else bears even the slightest respo...

Family law is crucial for most Canadians as it covers all regulations regarding family matters. These include, but aren't always limited to, marriage, divorce, domestic partnerships, civil unions, surrogacy, child adoption, etc. Though some family-related issues fall under federal jurisdiction, most issues come under varying provincial laws property disputes between partners and adoption. This can affect how you get justice.   Here’s everything you need to know if you’re looking for a   family lawyer in Brampton . Fact #1: The Parliament Has Jurisdiction Over Marriages In Canada, the parliament has jurisdiction over marriages  as well as the right to annul marriages if they go against the law. Marriages can be annulled if one party is under the legal age or is married to another person (bigamy) at the same time. Similarly, issues like duress, mental incapacity, etc. can also result in annulment. Fact #2: You Need to Wait a Year Before Divorce Canada works with a no-fault ...

Canada has long been heralded as an ideal destination for professionals  on the lookout for career advancement. After all, the country is known for its policies regarding immigrants and skilled workers. That’s why the announcement of resuming Express Entry draws came as a pleasant surprise for many. It's also seen as a necessity as Canada continues to grapple with all-time low labour shortages .   Here’s everything you need to know about   Express Entry Canada  before July rolls around. Submit Your Express Entry Profile As Soon As Possible Though it might seem that you still have a bit of time before July, it’s essential that you don’t delay submitting your profile. This is to ensure that you receive an ITA by early July. An Invitation to Apply is an auto-generated correspondence on your online account. It's granted to candidates who score better in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). Submitting your Express Entry profile might be a lengthy process because you’ll...

The International Mobility Program  allows employers in Canada to hire foreign nationals as temporary workers without a Labour Market Impact Assessment ( LMIA ). When hiring an employee on a temporary work permit with the International Mobility Program (IMP), the employer needs to apply on the CIC's (Citizenship and Immigration Canada) portal  for an offer of employment number and submit the compliance fee. Once the employer submits an offer of employment, the temporary foreign national worker must file a work permit application. Importance of the International Mobility Program Here are some conditions under which you can hire foreign national temporary workers without LMIA; ·  The program provides competitive economic and cultural benefits to Canada ·  The program offers reciprocal benefits abroad for Canadian citizens and permanent residents Eligibility The categories of foreign nationals who can qualify for the program include but aren't limited to;   · ...

Traumatic brain injury   is anticipated to be one of the most prevalent neurological conditions impacting Canadians  by 2031. The physical impact of brain damage is disorienting and distressing.  The first step to recovery is a healthy brain, but you'll also need help in every other aspect of life, from having a network of loved ones to a stable financial situation. Unfortunately, maintaining financial security while recovering from a brain injury  can be very challenging.      500 out of every 100,000 people experience a TBI each year . You need to be aware of your legal rights as a patient, especially if the brain damage caused is due to someone else’s negligence. Under Canadian law, you can:   ·  Make a personal injury claim  for a brain injury. ·  Hire legal counsel to help you submit a strong case. ·  Apply for long-term disability compensation. ·  Negotiate a settlement outside of court....

Falls result in more than 42,000  workplace injuries in Canada every year and are among the leading cause s  of hospitalisation. Each slip-and-fall  occurrence is different. Cases involving slips, trips, and falls can sometimes be difficult to evaluate as they involve many different factors, and you need to highlight someone else's carelessness. These facts heavily influence personal injury claim  cases. For a successful outcome, you must demonstrate that the accused's negligent actions were directly responsible for your injuries, without a doubt.   Challenges You May Face CCTV footage, police reports, mileage logs, and eyewitness testimonies can all be used to prove fault in several personal injury cases , including those involving auto accidents. However, in slip-and-fall situations, these might not be as readily available.   This suggests that the only pieces of information that can be considered in a case like this are the victi...

The Canadian Border and Services Agency  deports many people out of the country because of various reasons. The Canadian Constitution  allows the federal government to develop immigration laws and deport non-citizens if they deem it necessary.   Why You Might Face Deportation in Canada The fundamental criteria for deportation in Canada vary for different categories of people. Let's look at the primary classifications;   ·  Category  1:   People whose application for refugee status has been denied   ·  Category  2:   Permanent residents   ·  Category  3:   Foreign nationals   To deport an individual the immigration authorities need to have all their travel documents and evidence that they actually belong to the country they're deported back to.     Category 1 If a person has been denied refugee status in Canada, the Canadian government may ask them to deport when they reject their refugee claim...