CILA had an action-packed month of October. We’re pleased to share with you the following update!
Complete our membership survey
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See you at the LSO Reception in downtown Toronto on Wednesday November 20, 2024
CILA is a proud sponsor of the 32nd Immigration Law Summit (Day One) Reception occurring November 20, 2024 in downtown Toronto between 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. The CILA team will be on hand to welcome you. Please click here to register.
Join us in Vancouver on Wednesday April 23, 2025 (Free Event)
CILA will be back on the West Coast in Spring 2025. Please save the date in your calendars and click here to register. This free event will be hosted at the lovely office of EY Law LLP in downtown Vancouver.
Buy our CLE recordings!
We are pleased to begin offering access to our CLE recordings. Webinar recordings are available to CILA members and those eligible to become members.
Purchase your desired recordings HERE. You can buy access for multiple attendees! Within 3 business days, you’ll receive a unique, non-shareable link to access the recording, along with any additional materials from our presenters (like PowerPoint slides). If you purchased access for multiple people, each will receive their own link. Feel free to buy multiple recordings at once – no expiration means you can watch at your convenience!
Sign up to our upcoming CLEs!
Thursday, November 28: AMA featuring Deanna Okun-Nachoff, a respected partner at McCrea Law with extensive experience in immigration law and a strong commitment to advocating for her clients. Click here to sign up!
Thursday, December 5: “AI 101 for Immigration Lawyers”, Sponsored by Mitratech INSZoom. Join us for an enlightening session designed to help immigration professionals understand the transformative role of AI in legal practice. Sign up here.
Thursday, December 12: “Refugee Law Webinar on Trauma-Informed Client Service.” Join Dr. Lisa Andermann, Social Worker Norma Hannant and refugee lawyers Pia Zambelli and Preevanda Sapru as they discuss ways to take a trauma-informed approach to your legal advocacy. This webinar is the first in CILA’s new six-part CLE series, “The ABC’s of Representing Refugees”. Sign up here.
Thursday, January 23: “Navigating the Maze: Practical Tips & Strategies for C10/C11/C12 Work Permits,” sponsored by Visa Business Plans Canada. Join us for an insightful program that will equip immigration professionals with the tools they need to successfully navigate the complexities of work permits. Click here to sign up.
Thought leadership
Last week, CILA had a positive meeting with IRCC Deputy Minister Dr. Harpreet Kocchar and other senior department officials. We spoke about CILA’s report on IRPA reform and how CILA can continue to assist IRCC. The two parties agreed to continue discussions on IRPA reforms options for IRCC to consider moving forward.
CILA featured prominently in public engagements last month. We engaged with major media outlets across Canada regarding our Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027 position. We have also recently spoken with the Toronto Star regarding the U.S. Presidential Election and its implications for immigration to Canada. In addition, CILA was invited to speak before the Senate Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Veterans Affairs regarding Bill C-20, An Act establishing the Public Complaints and Review Commission and amending certain Acts and statutory instruments.
Overall, CILA released 10 articles in October and are thankful to all those who contributed. Please click here if you have an article that you wish to submit to CILA. We welcome submissions on any topic you are interested in writing about.
CILA has shared updates via its Listserv in October regarding its participation in the Federal Court of Canada’s Bench & Bar Liaison Committee. The Federal Court welcomes your feedback. Please log onto the CILA Online Library and then click here to read how you can share your feedback.
We also encourage you to read our latest report: Business Insights on Immigration Policy – A Western Canada Perspective.
CILA thanks Windmill Microlending for sponsoring the report:
Windmill Microlending provides microloans of up to $15,000 to skilled immigrants and refugees so they can succeed in their careers. We support clients to obtain the Canadian licensing or training required to work in their field, or to secure a position which matches their level of education, skills, and experience. Our loans can pay for exams, training, assessments, books and materials, living allowance, relocation costs, professional association fees, and other expenses related to advancing their career.
Thank you for joining us in Toronto last month
CILA thanks all those who attended our October event in downtown Toronto. We had over 100 attendees and are grateful for the positive feedback we received.
CILA thanks our sponsors for this event:
CaseEasy CRM is the top choice for immigration practitioners in Canada, offering an all-in-one cloud solution that streamlines and automates the routine tasks involved in managing a world-class immigration practice.
Mitratech INSZoom empowers immigration professionals and law firms to navigate the complexities of immigration law with confidence. Our secure, cloud-based software leverages deep industry expertise and cutting-edge technology to streamline case management processes, mitigate risk, and ensure unwavering compliance.
LEX Reception is a legal phone answering service for lawyers who want more time. We have 10 years of experience helping lawyers to connect with their clients and switch off at the end of the day.
Since 2006, Archer Advisory (formerly ABM Accounting) has been providing bookkeeping and accounting services to hundreds of clients across Canada. We’re a closely knit family office who find satisfaction in providing quality services to our clientele, both big and small.
EB5AN helps foreign investors obtain U.S. permanent residency, or green cards, through qualifying investments within the guidelines of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, a U.S. government effort that encourages new investment in job-creating projects.
