TEMPORARY ENTRY INTO THE CANADIAN LABOUR MARKET, 2ND EDITION – IMMIGRATION LAW SERIES – NEW EDITION RELEASED
April 9, 2026: It is a pleasure to announce the release of the second edition of Temporary Entry into the Canadian Labour Market.
April 9, 2026: It is a pleasure to announce the release of the second edition of Temporary Entry into the Canadian Labour Market.
What happens if your ancestor renounced Canadian citizenship? Learn how renunciation affects citizenship by descent, eligibility rules, and your possible pathways to becoming a Canadian citizen.
Canada’s new citizenship by descent rules under the recently amended Citizenship Act have created exciting opportunities for many people with Canadian grandparents and ancestors.
March 31, 2026: Effective March 30, 2026, new regulatory changes to the Provincial Nomination Program (PNP) give exclusive jurisdiction of the assessment of the applicant’s “ability to economically establish” and “intent to reside” in the province to the province.
Canada’s newly enacted Bill C‑12 introduces major changes to both refugee eligibility and the government’s authority over immigration documents.
The advent of U.S. Customs and Border Preclearance at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport marks
As a Canadian citizen, you can sponsor your spouse for permanent residence, even if you have not lived in Canada before.
Want to retain foreign workers long term? This guide explains permanent residence pathways, including Express Entry and PNPs, to help Canadian employers secure talent beyond expiring work permits.
Need to retain foreign workers but lack LMIA-exempt options? This guide explains the LMIA process and key streams, including High-Wage, Low-Wage, and Global Talent, to help Canadian employers plan ahead.
Looking to retain foreign workers without an LMIA? This guide explains top LMIA-exempt work permit options, including FTAs, IEC, Mobilité Francophone, and more to help Canadian employers keep talent.
Worried about losing employees due to expiring work permits? This guide explains key risks, PGWP timelines, and practical immigration pathways to help Canadian employers retain talent and plan ahead.
In recent months, there has been a significant rise in Post‑Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) refusals caused by missing language test results.
We are proud to announce that three of our lawyers have been recognized in the Lexpert 2026 rankings for excellence in Immigration Law.
At its heart, Canadian immigration and nationality policy is about supporting individuals and families in
Recent changes to Canada’s citizenship by descent rules have expanded who may be considered a Canadian citizen.
Canada announces major Express Entry changes for 2026, including new categories, updated occupation lists, and increased work experience requirements.
Green and Spiegel has been recognized as a Band 1 law firm for Immigration in the Chambers Global 2026 Guide.
Green and Spiegel is proud to welcome Peter Salerno to the firm’s partnership.
Thinking of sponsoring your spouse or partner for Canada PR? This guide explains eligibility, sponsorship categories, and next steps for 2026.
On February 6, 2026 the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has announced that it has received its 2026 nomination allocation.
As a Canadian citizen, you can sponsor your spouse for permanent residence, even if
Want to retain foreign workers long term? This guide explains permanent residence pathways, including
Need to retain foreign workers but lack LMIA-exempt options? This guide explains the LMIA
Looking to retain foreign workers without an LMIA? This guide explains top LMIA-exempt work
Worried about losing employees due to expiring work permits? This guide explains key risks,
In recent months, there has been a significant rise in Post‑Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
We are proud to announce that three of our lawyers have been recognized in
At its heart, Canadian immigration and nationality policy is about supporting individuals and families
Recent changes to Canada’s citizenship by descent rules have expanded who may be considered
Canada announces major Express Entry changes for 2026, including new categories, updated occupation lists,
Green and Spiegel has been recognized as a Band 1 law firm for Immigration
Green and Spiegel is proud to welcome Peter Salerno to the firm’s partnership.
Thinking of sponsoring your spouse or partner for Canada PR? This guide explains eligibility,
On February 6, 2026 the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has announced that it
Senior Associate Valerie Kleinman and Articling Student Sahar Fatima break down what the new
Senior Associate Valerie Kleinman explains Canada’s new citizenship by descent rules and who may
Peter Salerno breaks down rising Canadian study permit refusals, what officers look for, and
Senior Associate Peter Salerno breaks down how Canadian employers may be able to hire
Green & Spiegel is proud to be recognized as the highest-ranked business immigration law
A year in review of the most significant changes to Canadian immigration law in
Key Takeaways: Weighted lottery favoring higher earners to go into effect for March 2026 H-1B
As a follow up to our post this morning on Friday’s Proclamation that added a
On Friday, President Trump issued a Proclamation that added a $100,000 fee for H-1B petitions.
On September 17, USCIS announced changes to the Naturalization civics test. Applicants for citizenship are
Green and Spiegel US LLC wishes to inform our clients and community of a significant policy…
Jonathan Grode has been recognized for his fourth consecutive year and Ksenia Maiorova has been…
On September 6, 2025, the U.S. Department of State announced new restrictions for processing…
On Friday, July 18, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) announced that they had
Green and Spiegel, U.S. is proud to share a series of successful litigation outcomes achieved
Quick Takeaways Supreme Court prohibits federal courts to issue nationwide injunctions for immigration-related Executive Orders
Quick Takeaways U.S. Department of State advises it will resume appointment scheduling for F, J,
Quick Takeaways Nationals from 19 countries either wholly or partially prohibited from entering United States
Chambers USA 2025 Ranks Jonathan Grode Band 1, with Dana Imperia and the Firm Recognized
Quick Takeaways U.S. Department of State will not schedule new student visa appointments to facilitate
This honor is awarded to only 5% of attorneys in the state for excellence in
More than a decade of stellar reviews underscore Grode’s exceptional experience and dedication to delivering
On March 26, 2025, USCIS announced that as of March 5, 2025, it has received enough petitions
On February 19, 2025, CBS News sent shockwaves through Ukrainian, Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan
In 2025, separating fact from fiction regarding US Immigration enforcement has become a task
Quick Takeaways Updates supersede prior guidance that expanded availability of mail-in visa applications Must be