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.
May 2025
Ethical and Legal Considerations of the Practice of U.S. Immigration Law in Canada
CILA is excited to announce our upcoming CLE webinar, “Ethical and Legal Considerations of the Practice of U.S. Immigration Law in Canada” With large numbers of Canadian immigration lawyers offering U.S. immigration services, concerns regarding the ethics and oversight of foreign licensed attorneys and the unauthorized practice of law (UPL) are important considerations. This discussion […]
June 2025
Canadian Immigration Customs and Relocations Issues, Featuring CBSA and Houston Murphy Relocation Inc.
CILA is excited to invite you to our upcoming CLE webinar, “Canadian Immigration Customs and Relocations Issues, Featuring CBSA and Houston Murphy Relocation Inc.” This essential session is designed to provide immigration lawyers with practical insights into the process of relocating to Canada. Whether your clients are foreign workers, foreign students, or temporary residents, this […]
Join CILA’s 2025 Annual General Meeting
CILA warmly invites you to our 2025 Annual General Meeting, happening virtually on June 11, 2025, 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.
Best Practices for Drafting Refugee BOC Narratives
CILA is excited to invite you to our upcoming CLE webinar, “Best Practices for Drafting Refugee BOC Narratives.”
August 2025
Tax Implications & Considerations for Immigrants
CILA is excited to announce our upcoming CLE webinar, “Tax Implications & Considerations for Immigrants!” Join us on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, for an essential session on navigating the tax landscape for newcomers to Canada. In this informative session, immigration professionals will learn about the key tax issues and considerations that immigrants face when settling […]
September 2025
Global Travel – New European Rules: A Look Into the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS)
CILA is excited to announce our upcoming CLE webinar, “Global Travel – New European Rules: A Look Into the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS)” Travel to Europe will soon see changes for those from visa-exempt non-EU countries starting in mid 2025, which includes Canadians. In this session, you will get an overview of […]
October 2025
PNP Programs Compared: Western Canada
CILA is excited to announce our upcoming CLE webinar, “PNP Programs Compared: Western Canada!” Join us on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, for an in-depth session where immigration professionals will explore the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) in Western Canada and discuss the best practices for navigating these pathways.
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