During law school, Vance worked as an Immigration Officer at the Peace Arch / Pacific Highway and did the clinical program in immigration law with the Legal Aid Society in downtown Vancouver. After law school, Vance completed an LL.M. at the University of Dundee, Scotland, and worked at the United Nations in New York. Vance has been a strong advocate for immigration lawyers in Canada, serving as a Past Chair of the Canadian Bar Association, National Immigration Law Section. He also practices corporate and commercial law and has extensive experience with private and public finance and governance.
April 2026
Join the Live CILA Webinar: Federal Court Advocacy in Refugee Cases
CILA is excited to invite you to our upcoming CLE webinar, “Federal Court Advocacy in Refugee Cases.”
May 2026
Understanding Citizenship Act Reform: How to Counsel Clients Following the End of the First-Generation Limit, Sponsored by CaseEasy 360
CILA is excited to invite you to our upcoming CLE webinar, “Understanding Citizenship Act Reform: How to Counsel Clients on the First-Generation Limit” sponsored by CaseEasy 360.
Responsible AI and Defensible Legal Practice for Canadian Immigration Lawyers, Brought to you by Lextar AI Legal Solutions Inc.
As Generative AI (GenAI) transitions from a novelty to a multibillion-dollar industry staple, the stakes for Canadian immigration practitioners have never been higher. This webinar provides a roadmap for integrating AI into your practice without compromising your professional standing or client data.
June 2026
Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Express Entry Supporting Documents, Brought to you by Translation Agency of Canada
Receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) is a milestone achievement, but it is only the beginning of the most critical phase of the Canadian immigration process. The Electronic Application for Permanent Residence (e-APR) is governed by a strict “completeness check” policy. Under these rules, an application that is missing a single signature, a specific date, […]
Join CILA’s 2026 Annual General Meeting
CILA warmly invites you to our 2026 Annual General Meeting, happening virtually on June 18, 2026, at 1 p.m. ET. This year’s AGM promises to be a compelling event, featuring important discussions on the future of immigration law in Canada.
August 2026
Crimmigration 101: Navigating the Intersection of Criminal and Immigration Law
CILA is proud to present an essential professional development session: Crimmigration 101. When criminal law and immigration status collide, the stakes couldn’t be higher. A single charge can jeopardize a client’s future in Canada, turning a routine immigration matter into a complex legal battle. Are you prepared to navigate the nuances of “serious criminality” or […]
October 2026
CILA Conference 2026: Delving Deeper into Canada’s Immigration System
The 2026 CILA Legal Conference marks an exciting milestone as ours second annual gathering, building on the success of our inaugural event in 2025. This year’s conference promises even more engaging conversations, dynamic speakers, and fresh insights into the evolving Canadian legal landscape.
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