As an immigrant in Canada, you probably realize that you’re under more scrutiny than most. Immigration authorities have a responsibility to keep their country safe—and to prevent nefarious individuals from entering it. One of the ways they do this is by restricting access to people with a criminal past. If you’re a foreign national wishing … Continue reading “Can I get deported from Canada for drunk driving?”

The next time you assist an American citizen involved in a motor vehicle accident that occurred in British Columbia, you should note that PIP liens are not recoverable in British Columbia. Say you manage to settle a client’s BC mva claim for $25,000 all inclusive, with a subrogation lien of $5,000 by your client’s PIP … Continue reading “To pay or not to pay? Subrogation liens arising out of a BC MVA”

For anybody who has flown out of Vancouver International Airport or from a handful of other major Canadian airports, U.S. border pre-clearance is likely something they are at least somewhat familiar with. Border pre-clearance allows U.S. customs officials to screen travellers heading to the U.S. while still in Canada. Now, following the passage of an … Continue reading “Congress Moves on Long-Awaited Border Pre-Clearance Bill”

British Columbia residents who plan to travel to the United States may be under the impression that Canadians are not required to have visas to enter the country. While this may be true in certain circumstances, it may be wise to gain knowledge of the Canadian immigration law. This will also indicate what documentation is … Continue reading “Navigating Canadian immigration law can be challenging”

Any Canada residents who are considering crossing the border to work in the U.S. may have many questions about the legal procedures related to visas and other documents. Canadian immigration law can be complicated. The H-1B is a non-immigrant work visa that allows citizens of Canada to do temporary work in the U.S. However, one … Continue reading “Does Canadian immigration law allow residents to work in U.S.?”

For people who are going between Canada and the United States, the issue of guns sometimes comes up. It is crucial for people who are coming to Canada from the U.S. leave their guns at home. The Canadian laws on guns are very strict, so it is a good idea to not even take a … Continue reading “Guns control is a priority at Canadian entry points”

In most cases, citizens of Canada do not have to have a visa to enter the U.S. as long as their purpose in the U.S. is for studying or visiting. If you enter the U.S. by air, though, a passport will be required. Those Canadians that enter the U.S. by sea or land must have … Continue reading “Do I need a visa to enter the U.S.?”

Immigration law is something that is very difficult to navigate through if you aren’t prepared to do so. There are some aspects of immigration law that can be very confusing. One of these has to do with NEXUS, which is the trusted traveler program that would allow you to go from the United States to … Continue reading “Appeals for the trusted traveler program are possible”

Going to the United States for work means having to go through the legal process to get documentation that will allow you to do so. If you have any blemishes on your record from criminal matters to previous overstays, you might find that it is difficult to get the documentation you need. We can help … Continue reading “Learn about options for immigration into the United States”