ISS of BC conference – speaker
Erin C. Roth is speaking on family class sponsorships at an online conference hosted by ISS of BC on 9 August 2020. This event is aimed at members of the public who are seeking to bring family members to Canada.
COVID-19 and immigration resources- updated June 22
Immigration and Refugee Board On June 19, 2020, the IRB announced a resumption of operations, including a resumption notice. However, this notice does not apply to the Immigration Division or the Refugee Appeal Division. The Refugee Appeal Division’s limited resumption is explained here: Refugee Appeal Division: Gradual Return to Business, here: Practice Direction, and here: Communiqué. The [...]
Inadmissibility under IRPA – CARL webinars
CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF REFUGEE LAWYERS 2020 WEBINAR SERIES CARL is hosting an exciting series of webinars that examine all aspects of inadmissibility under the IRPA. Webinars will highlight relevant jurisprudence and provide tips on how to effectively prepare and represent clients in fighting inadmissibility allegations. Erica Olmstead and Erin Roth will be presenting on s. 37 inadmissibility [...]
Article on the pandemic’s long-term effects on immigration – CBA
Will Tao appeared in an article by the Canadian Bar Association about the pandemic's long-term effects on immigration.
Two firm lawyers receive national awards
We are proud to announce that the contributions of two of the firm's lawyers are being recognized with awards from the Canadian Bar Association. Congratulations to Erin Roth for receiving the Volunteer Recognition Award, and to Will Tao for receiving the Founders' Award!
Podcast about international students
Will Tao recently joined Canadian Immigration Lawyer, Mark Holthe on his podcast, Canadian Immigration Podcast, to discuss some of the challenges international students experience when studying in Canada and some essential tips to avoiding the most common pitfalls.
COVID-19 Related Consultations
For COVID-19 related immigration information updated June 22, please click here ********** At Edelmann & Company, we know that the COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for all members of Canadian society, but that refugee claimants, permanent residents, and other noncitizens may face particular challenges as a result of the pandemic and the resulting shutdown, [...]
The two newest members of CCR
Erica Olmstead and Molly Joeck are the newest members of the Canadian Council for Refugees, Legal Affairs and Advisory Litigation Committees: https://ccrweb.ca/en/legal-affairs-committee
Canada USA Pre-Clearance Agreement – news
Peter Edelmann was interviewed by News 1130 about the lack of border clarity with the recent changes to the pre-clearance agreement between Canada and the United States.
Global News on South African Refugee Claimant
Peter Edelmann was interviewed by Global News about the hurdles for refugee claimants from South Africa