Canadian Immigration Podcast

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It is well known that employers may be held liable for hiring a foreign worker without an authorization. But what if the employer did not know that the foreign worker was not authorized to work? What if on the surface the Work Permit looked just fine? Well, in this episode Mark Holthe and Alicia Backman-Beharry discuss "deemed knowledge" provisions, possible penalties, and risks that employer...

In this episode we unveil our TOP 4 concerns (and scams) that emerged with the rollout of the CUAET program. Of course, the program is designed to allow as many Ukrainians to escape the atrocities of war or reunite with their loved ones in Canada and the overall goal of the program is understandable. However, the way the program was put in place opened the floodgate for scammers and those who...

This introductory episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast is all about CUAET (Canada Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel) and the challenges arising out of this program. Today Mark Holthe and Igor Kyryliuk discuss how the program was meant to function, and how it actually functions and is often used to scam or abuse of the immigration system. About our Sponsors - Joorney Busin...

We've been discussing all sorts of problems that can arise during the process of applying for LMIA. This time we're going to focus on a more positive topic. In this episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast, Business Immigration Series, Mark Holthe and Alicia Backman-Beharry discuss what happens after the LMIA is approved. Here are just some of the topics covered in this episode: What to do...

Everyone is talking about the massive strike that is happening now in Canada. In this episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast wetalk about the impact the strike is going to have on immigration processing times. We also discussed some of the interesting files we've been working on recently, the measures for the citizens of Iran, and of course, we've tried our luck in The Impossible Canadia...

In this episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast we've gathered yet again as a team to discuss the latest news and updates about Immigration Law and to play in our third episode of the Canadian Impossible Trivia. We hope you'll enjoy this episode and invite you to play with us trying to guess the answers to 10 questions about Canadian culture, geography, immigration, and history. If you ha...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast! Today, our team gathered to discuss the latest developments in Canadian Immigration Law. As always, we were excited to dive into the nuances and complexities of our field, sharing insights and perspectives on the most pressing issues facing those navigating the Canadian immigration system. But we also wanted to have a bit...

There are a thousand different reasons why the LMIA application may get refused. In this episode we share our TOP 4 reasons for LMIA refusals as well as our practical insights on how to minimize the chance of refusal. Here are just a few things that we discuss in this episode: How do you advertise the position and what are the most common mistakes and misconceptions about the advertisement process...

Welcome to our 104th episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast and the 4th episode of our Business Immigration Series. This time Mark Holthe and Alicia Backman-Beharry shared their view on where most companies go wrong when dealing with LMIA process. In this episode, you will also learn about the most common mistakes that can occur and how to avoid them. Here are just some of the tips from today...

This is a very special episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast. This time we gathered together as a team to discuss recent developments in the Canadian Immigration Law world and to play our very first Trivia (naming it "The Impossible Trivia" would be more appropriate in this case).  Listen to this episode to learn more about all of our team members (Mark, Alicia, Chanelle, Cedric, P...

In this episode of our Business Immigration Series, we discuss the options available to avoid the need for an LMIA. As business immigration lawyers, the real value we bring to our clients is ensuring that they are aware of the many LMIA-exempt work permit options. Stay tuned in this episode as we pull the curtain back on the best part of business immigration law.... the International Mobility...

This is yet another episode in our Business Immigration Series of the Canadian Immigration Podcast where we (Canadian Immigration Lawyers Mark Holthe and Alicia Backman-Beharry) uncover some of the most important practical aspects of navigating the TFWP and IMP. *** If you're an HR manager or an employer who is looking to hire temporary foreign workers for your operations in Canada - this epi...

Welcome to the centennial episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast! I can't believe that we've released 100 episodes since July 2014 and reached this new milestone. This is also an inaugural intro episode to our Business Immigration 10-episode series of the Podcast where I and Alicia Backman-Beharry, Canadian Immigration Lawyer at Holthe Immigration Law discuss the realities of Canadian bu...

In this episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast Mark Holthe and Brandi Robb, a CELPIP Test instructor, will discuss test-taking tips to help viewers prepare for the CELPIP exam. CELPIP is a Canadian English language proficiency test accepted for immigration, citizenship, and professional designations. In today’s podcast, Mark and Brandi focus mainly on strategies to help Test Takers earn a hig...

Yes, there is a lot of fluff in the Strategy to Expand Transitions to Permanent Residence and it’s mostly a rehashing of what has already been said. Yes, for the most part, the Minister intends to either expand or adjust the existing pathways for temporary foreign workers and international student graduates seeking pathways to PR in Canada. No, we don’t know for sure if he will be creating a new p...

In this episode, Cedric Marin and Mark Holthe discuss how to prepare a Reconsideration request when your  Visa application is refused.     Reminders: The PGWP 18-Month Extension Course and Masterclass will open soon make sure you get notified when the course opens.   Register here to get notified:  https://www.canadianimmigrationinstitute.com/PGWP-18-month-extension-course...

Want to know how to declare your Canadian Spouse in your Express Entry Application? Mark Holthe and Alicia Backman-Beharry discuss and give you step by step run down on how to declare a spouse including how to correct any information in case you declared incorrectly. Check the youtube video to see the actual demo here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bzBbtzJ-4M&t=28s   Reminders: The PGW...

New PGWP EXTENSIONS and EXPRESS ENTRY DRAWS will be Starting in July. This is fantastic news for so many international students wondering what the future will hold for them in Canada.   Join Canadian Immigration Lawyer, Mark Holthe "LIVE" in this latest Immigration News Update. There will be an opportunity for Q&A after the announcement. Book a consultation with the lawyers at Holthe Immi...

Mark Holthe and Chanelle Rosen Baum gives us a crash course on the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program. #Ontario INP Crash Course Check Alicia's Blog post on study permit refusal here: https://www.holthelaw.com/blog/reasons-for-canadian-student-visa-refusal Be part of the next Express Entry Course and Get the best chance of getting your application approved. Click on this link to Register. https://w...

2022 FOREIGN WORKERS in Canada! GREAT NEWS!!! The Workforce Solutions Road Map recently announced by the Government of Canada offers much-needed relief for Canadian employers. #FSW #Canada #Canadaimmigration Canada is recovering from COVID-19 and has announced the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program Workforce Solutions Road Map. In this video, we'll be covering the five key policy changes that...

In this episode, we discuss the Top 10 Reasons for a Study Permit Canada visa refusal. We were joined by Alicia Backman-Beharry, who expounds on each item. If you want to study in Canada and are thinking of applying for a student permit, then you should not miss this! Here you'll know right off the bat if this path is for you. ⭐⭐Book a Study Permit consultation with Holthe Immigration Law🙋🙋: h...

Canadian Study Permit school approval ratings are something no one is talking about for Designated Learning Institutions. Have you ever wondered if it really matters which post-secondary school you attend in Canada? Do some schools have better Canada Study Permit approval rates compared to others? In this episode, immigration lawyer, Lou Janssen Dangzalan joins me to reveal government data from IR...

Welcome back to another episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast. This episode is all about job offers. Many people out there are probably looking at Job Offers in Canada as their only way of immigrating to Canada because their points just aren't high enough. Well, in this episode today, our special guest Chanelle Rosenbaum, a Canadian Immigration Lawyer at Holthe Immigration Law is talking all...