Weekly Column
Apr 2nd, 2012 -
An Open Letter to Minister Jason Kenney
Mar 5th, 2012 -
'Tough on crime' agenda provides new hurdle for spousal sponsorship
Jan 16th, 2012 -
Deaf Boy's Treatment Not Enough for Visa Officer
Aug 22nd, 2011 -
A very sour ending to a Sponsorship
Jul 18th, 2011 -
Feds asking tough questions about the future of immigration
Jul 11th, 2011 -
Should a DUI conviction keep new comers out of Canada?
May 16th, 2011 -
Tories make changes to humanitarian policy
Mar 28th, 2011 -
Poison pen letters come out of the shadows
Mar 7th, 2011 -
Tory immigration record is sorely lacking
Feb 28th, 2011 -
Which party is the more 'pro-immigrant'
Feb 22nd, 2011 -
Missed Connections with Ottawa
Jan 10th, 2011 -
Sometimes there's no choice but patience
Dec 14th, 2010 -
Act sooner than later for out-of-status partners
Nov 29th, 2010 -
Visa-exempt status for Taiwan is smart and overdue
Nov 15th, 2010 -
Canada needs to fix its immigrant investment program
Oct 25th, 2010 -
Ottawa could learn a lesson from a tragic story
Oct 18th, 2010 -
Taxpayers bear the cost of work permit delays
Oct 12th, 2010 -
Debating anti-immigrant group would be good for Canada
Oct 4th, 2010 -
In Kenney versus Galloway, the smart money is on Kenney
Sep 27th, 2010 -
Immigration lawyers... what are they good for?
Sep 20th, 2010 -
Ottawa's handling of ‘Sun Sea’ Tamils just for show
Sep 13th, 2010 -
Do pot smokers have to get their head checked?
Aug 23rd, 2010 -
Tell the truth at the border...always
Aug 9th, 2010 -
Drunk driving conviction could derail cystic fibrosis research
Jul 26th, 2010 -
Last-minute marriages can spell disaster
Jul 5th, 2010 -
Plenty of room for skepticism in new refugee system
Jun 28th, 2010 -
Big changes made to salvage big promises
Jun 26th, 2010 -
Revised List of 29 Occupations Announced by CIC June 26, 2010
Jun 21st, 2010 -
Canada’s Humanitarian Program under attack
Jun 14th, 2010 -
Crackdown on crooked consultants needs sharp teeth
Jun 7th, 2010 -
It’s official: we have a new immigration backlog
May 31st, 2010 -
Canada’s foreign relations with India marred by immigration officers
May 17th, 2010 -
Standard Language Testing is becoming more “Standard”
May 10th, 2010 -
Liberals join opposition to Kenney's refugee reform package
Apr 26th, 2010 -
'Protections' may end up crippling nanny program
Apr 12th, 2010 -
Who gets to decide what countries are 'safe'?
Apr 5th, 2010 -
A closer look at proposed refugee reforms
Mar 22nd, 2010 -
Courage needed to address illegal workers issue
Mar 15th, 2010 -
The incredible shrinking Canadian Experience Class
Mar 1st, 2010 -
Canadian-born kids don't offer parents an automatic stay
Feb 22nd, 2010 -
Language test could have saved doctor's application
Feb 1st, 2010 -
Justice for everyone…except Omar Khadr
Jan 25th, 2010 -
Disaster survivors need document exemptions when arriving in Canada
Jan 18th, 2010 -
Canada should be doing more for Haiti's earthquake victims
Jan 11th, 2010 -
The pitfalls of failing to extend visitor's status
Jan 4th, 2010 -
Gaining work experience not always simple for refugee claimants
Dec 21st, 2009 -
Darren's story a timely reminder of how lucky we are
Dec 14th, 2009 -
Winning an important victory for caregivers
Dec 7th, 2009 -
What questions are 'reasonably' required at the border?
Nov 16th, 2009 -
Landmark decision may ease social assistance burden on sponsors
Nov 9th, 2009 -
The hazards of relying on regular mail
Nov 2nd, 2009 -
Longer lines and surprises in the plan for 2010
Oct 26th, 2009 -
What are the hidden costs of the Mexican visa requirement?
Oct 19th, 2009 -
Terrible idea to banish foreign workers from Canada
Sep 28th, 2009 -
Converting from ‘visitor' to 'student' not always possible
Sep 14th, 2009 -
American fiancé gets too cozy here
Sep 8th, 2009 -
South African refugee could see reversal of fortunes
Aug 31st, 2009 -
Fishing trip at risk over DUI
Aug 24th, 2009 -
Woman unexpectedly cut off from Canadian relatives
Jul 27th, 2009 -
Kenney denies high-risk claimants access to our refugee system
Jul 20th, 2009 -
Woman stranded in Kenya should concern us all
Jul 6th, 2009 -
A genuine relationship not always enough for spousal sponsorship
Jun 29th, 2009 -
Ottawa introduces new rules for skilled worker applications
Jun 22nd, 2009 -
Stubbornly sticking to procedure can endanger lives
Jun 15th, 2009 -
Committee recommendations may improve lives of all foreign workers
Jun 8th, 2009 -
The government's misleading claims about ex-KGB agent
Jun 1st, 2009 -
Starting today, have your passport ready at the border
May 25th, 2009 -
Russian man may be unfairly deported over KGB past
May 11th, 2009 -
Some good news for moms this Mother's Day
May 4th, 2009 -
How Ottawa could prevent fraud committed by sponsored spouses
Apr 20th, 2009 -
Deportation of alleged Mob boss a taste of Canada's own medicine
Apr 13th, 2009 -
New and welcome changes to Canada's citizenship law
Apr 6th, 2009 -
British MP lucky to have avoided unpleasant welcome
Mar 30th, 2009 -
New tax on legal fees will impede access to justice
Mar 23rd, 2009 -
Be wary of allowing your status to expire
Mar 16th, 2009 -
The hazards of travelling without proper documentation
Mar 9th, 2009 -
Caregiver crusader never lived to see the fruits of her battle
Mar 2nd, 2009 -
Canadian Arab Federation president spins the wrong kind of drama
Feb 23rd, 2009 -
Applicants' personal information to be released to foreign governments
Feb 17th, 2009 -
Plenty of potential pitfalls for sponsoring foreign fiancées
Feb 9th, 2009 -
Clarification on 'implied status' is not so clear
Feb 2nd, 2009 -
What is needed to claim points for a relative
Jan 26th, 2009 -
Omar Khadr has a right to return to Canada
Jan 19th, 2009 -
Federal government delivers on protection for workers
Jan 12th, 2009 -
Principal applicant's death does not mean survivors must start again
Jan 5th, 2009 -
How will the recent downturn affect immigration levels?
Dec 29th, 2008 -
Canada follows the Americans' lead in extending the duration of work permits
Dec 22nd, 2008 -
The 'effortless peace' of Canadian multiculturalism
Dec 8th, 2008 -
Changes to skilled worker program even worse than originally feared
Dec 1st, 2008 -
The Conservatives' new priority makes Canadian immigration less fair
Nov 24th, 2008 -
Federal Court intervenes to keep families together
Nov 17th, 2008 -
To predict the future of Canadian immigration policy, look to the U.S.
Nov 10th, 2008 -
Plenty of questions when sponsoring a common-law partner
Oct 27th, 2008 -
Living together is not enough for common-law status
Oct 20th, 2008 -
How do I sponsor my 14- year-old sister?
Oct 6th, 2008 -
Proper documentation is required to prove case
Sep 29th, 2008 -
Proxy marriages reside in murky legal territory
Sep 22nd, 2008 -
Avoid delay in making refugee claim
Sep 15th, 2008 -
Liberal immigration platform completely misses mark
Sep 8th, 2008 -
Canadian Experience Class about to launch
Aug 25th, 2008 -
Expired Visa means another three year wait
Aug 18th, 2008 -
Deportees lose important incentive to leave
Aug 11th, 2008 -
Ex on social assistance puts sponsor’s life on hold
Jul 28th, 2008 -
Duration of visits need clarification
Jul 23rd, 2008 -
New kid on the immigration block
Jul 21st, 2008 -
Claiming points for a Canadian relative may not succeed
Jul 14th, 2008 -
No declaration that U.S. is safe for Canada's refugee claimants
Jun 16th, 2008 -
Six month extension no solution for dying nanny
Jun 9th, 2008 -
Better for couple to apply together
Jun 2nd, 2008 -
Spousal sponsorship values are un-Canadian
May 26th, 2008 -
Couple seeks relative from abroad for child care
May 20th, 2008 -
A traffic ticket away from deportation
May 12th, 2008 -
US seeks to attract more TN professionals
May 5th, 2008 -
Language testing for all skilled workers and business applicants
Apr 28th, 2008 -
Work permits for graduates extended
Apr 21st, 2008 -
Examining constitutionally offensive questions
Apr 14th, 2008 -
Tory bill stifles immigration debate
Apr 7th, 2008 -
Summer camp memories
Mar 31st, 2008 -
Who's dependent, who's not? Four categories in case of children
Mar 24th, 2008 -
Fairness needed for processing
Mar 18th, 2008 -
Tories slash immigration
Mar 10th, 2008 -
Report changes quickly
Mar 3rd, 2008 -
Lots of good immigration news
Feb 25th, 2008 -
NAFTA under fire
Feb 11th, 2008 -
Getting a U.S. visa in a hurry
Feb 4th, 2008 -
Record work permits issued in 2007
Jan 28th, 2008 -
Nanny should wait to marry
Jan 21st, 2008 -
All eyes on refugee ruling
Jan 14th, 2008 -
New Canadian Experience Class set to launch
Jan 7th, 2008 -
Work permits unfair to spouses
Jan 2nd, 2008 -
Little time for sponsorship appeals
Dec 24th, 2007 -
It’s always sad to see detained kids
Dec 17th, 2007 -
Minister’s office steps in to help new mom
Dec 10th, 2007 -
Work experience trips skilled worker
Dec 3rd, 2007 -
Agreement struck down: Federal Court rules U.S. unsafe for refugees
Nov 26th, 2007 -
Giving birth - between a rock and a hard place
Nov 19th, 2007 -
Hospitality by the numbers
Nov 12th, 2007 -
Sponsoring adult sibling tricky
Nov 5th, 2007 -
Skilled workers lose big
Oct 29th, 2007 -
Exemptions for US technicians
Oct 22nd, 2007 -
Suing for delay is risky
Oct 19th, 2007 -
NAFTA leaves workers in a lurch with unclear education requirements
Oct 15th, 2007 -
Illegals dodge the bullet
Oct 9th, 2007 -
SWF with cancer seeks partner
Oct 1st, 2007 -
Aid worker a smuggler?
Sep 24th, 2007 -
Economic refugees: Here we go again
Sep 17th, 2007 -
Problem with passports
Sep 10th, 2007 -
Citizenship and Immigration Canada skirts medical ruling
Aug 27th, 2007 -
Relatives brought over as a caregiver is a tough sell
Aug 20th, 2007 -
The NEXUS generation of borders
Aug 13th, 2007 -
Couple blamed bad counsel
Jul 30th, 2007 -
Brave act changes offensive CIC policy
Jul 23rd, 2007 -
Illegal workers create a taxing issue
Jul 16th, 2007 -
Is Black a serious criminal?
Jun 25th, 2007 -
Widespread fraud no news to insiders
Jun 18th, 2007 -
Lawyer a no-show at refugee hearing
Jun 11th, 2007 -
Permits need great oversight
Jun 4th, 2007 -
Immigration pact yet to bring Ontario on par with others
May 28th, 2007 -
No recourse for judge who denied abused woman relief
May 22nd, 2007 -
Tories’ bill flashback from Liberals’ ‘Strippergate’
May 14th, 2007 -
Canadian PR status a good deal
May 7th, 2007 -
Courts refuse to rule on deserter cases
Apr 30th, 2007 -
Permits to allow legitimate absences sorely missed
Apr 23rd, 2007 -
Toronto’s consulate struck 10-year record for 50,000 visas
Apr 16th, 2007 -
Work permit confusion baffles employees, employers
Apr 2nd, 2007 -
Broken promises on credentials
Mar 26th, 2007 -
When do employees on work permits become illegal?
Mar 19th, 2007 -
Visa officers not obligated to give legal advice
Mar 12th, 2007 -
Foreign worker changes welcome
Mar 5th, 2007 -
Study permits not so simple
Feb 26th, 2007 -
Canada beacon of justice again
Feb 5th, 2007 -
Decisions must be very wrong before courts act
Jan 30th, 2007 -
Immigration solutions for your growing business
Jan 29th, 2007 -
The De Sousa story: Family’s success ‘more than rare,’ so why did it work?
Jan 15th, 2007 -
Applying in Buffalo a big risk
Jan 15th, 2007 -
New border reality is here
Jan 8th, 2007 -
Radio show will tackle issues: Immigration needs reform, listeners should speak out
Dec 18th, 2006 -
In broad search of terrorists
Dec 4th, 2006 -
Why do you need a lawyer? Professionals can help you avoid process delays
Nov 27th, 2006 -
The rules of working south
Nov 20th, 2006 -
‘Best and brightest’ not always best way to select immigrants
Nov 8th, 2006 -
Education not only thing on foreign students’ minds
Nov 6th, 2006 -
Billion-dollar borders: $100M per year to arm border guards with weapons?
Oct 30th, 2006 -
Keep ‘exile’ in perspective: See both sides of child molester, immigration issue
Oct 16th, 2006 -
If convicted, Black would be better off in a Canadian jail
Oct 9th, 2006 -
Refugee judges lack experience
Sep 25th, 2006 -
Making citizens of convenience
Sep 18th, 2006 -
Don’t let young minds go to waste
Sep 11th, 2006 -
9/11 significant for all
Sep 5th, 2006 -
Border officials’ increased power creates tension
Aug 28th, 2006 -
Be careful of those who offer you a guarantee: No honest lawyer makes such claims
Aug 21st, 2006 -
Sponsorship of sons runs afoul: Loan repayment at root of rejected applications
Aug 14th, 2006 -
Dishonest officials make bad situation worse
Jul 31st, 2006 -
Government casts wide net in hunt for terrorists
Jul 24th, 2006 -
How confident should Canadians feel abroad?
Jul 17th, 2006 -
Simplified Process for Skilled Workers
Jul 10th, 2006 -
Canadians abroad can sponsor partners: Common law applies to couples after one year
Jun 19th, 2006 -
Watch out for phonies: Check if your immigration lawyer is the real deal
Jun 12th, 2006 -
Should terror laws hold for citizens too?: Enemies of Canada are also domestic
Apr 3rd, 2006 -
Refugee review board made unfair biased ruling
Mar 27th, 2006 -
Solberg mum on illegal workers issue
Mar 20th, 2006 -
Risk awaits foreign students: Permanent status for new grads can be problematic
Mar 13th, 2006 -
Criminal offence hurdle
Mar 6th, 2006 -
Bill changes safe country status
Feb 27th, 2006 -
Humanitarian cases risky
Feb 20th, 2006 -
Don’t ask, don’t tell policy
Feb 13th, 2006 -
Spousal program has some surprises
Feb 6th, 2006 -
Spousal sponsors don’t need income – by Guidy Mamann
Jan 30th, 2006 -
Tories' immigration ‘plan’ requires greater vision - by Guidy Mamann
Jan 16th, 2006 -
Election poses a dilemma – by Guidy Mamann
Jan 9th, 2006 -
Waiting for work permit the better way – by Guidy Mamann
Jan 3rd, 2006 -
Time to take off 9/11-coloured glasses – by Guidy Mamann
Dec 19th, 2005 -
Understanding immigration officers
Dec 12th, 2005 -
Don't let visas ruin holidays – by Guidy Mamann
Dec 5th, 2005 -
Defining a real marriage – by Guidy Mamann
Dec 5th, 2005 -
Two Strikes and You’re Out … of the Country – by Joel Sandaluk
Nov 28th, 2005 -
Black's status a tough sell
Nov 21st, 2005 -
Managers don't qualify for entry – by Guidy Mamann
Nov 14th, 2005 -
Criminal pardon not enough – by Guidy Mamann
Nov 6th, 2005 -
Facts belie claims
Oct 31st, 2005 -
Lonely Canadians can sponsor distant relative – by Guidy Mamann
Oct 24th, 2005 -
Businessmen fight for their children's entry
Oct 17th, 2005 -
Fearless refugees can still be desperate – by Guidy Mamann
Oct 11th, 2005 -
Pumpkins and punishment
Sep 26th, 2005 -
Formal plan yet to be set
Sep 19th, 2005 -
Arar case will determine passport's value – by Guidy Mamann
Sep 12th, 2005 -
'Conjugal partner' term ill-defined – by Guidy Mamann
Sep 7th, 2005 -
Cold cells no way to treat prisoners
Aug 29th, 2005 -
Put marriage in perspective – by Guidy Mamann
Aug 22nd, 2005 -
When marriage goes awry - by Guidy Mamann
Aug 15th, 2005 -
On the road to broken dreams – by Guidy Mamann
Aug 8th, 2005 -
Cool heads prevail with crash victims – by Guidy Mamann
Aug 2nd, 2005 -
Spousal sponsorship can be tricky – by Guidy Mamann
Jul 25th, 2005 -
Marriage offers foreign spouses no guarantee – by Guidy Mamann
Jul 18th, 2005 -
No room for secret hearings – by Guidy Mamann
Jul 11th, 2005 -
Immigrating can be leap of faith
Jul 9th, 2005 -
Defining work is not an easy task - by Guidy Mamann
Jul 4th, 2005 -
Removal orders may still apply
Jun 27th, 2005 -
Incorrect advice offers hard lesson
Jun 20th, 2005 -
Residency requirements can be tricky business – by Guidy Mamann
Jun 13th, 2005 -
Refugees in Sudan beyond reach
Jun 6th, 2005 -
Parental visa demands about Canadian values – by Guidy Mamann
May 24th, 2005 -
The impatient head to Federal Court
May 16th, 2005 -
Plan for Illegal workers in jeopardy – by Guidy Mamann
May 9th, 2005 -
Permanent residency doesn't mean forever
May 2nd, 2005 -
Flawed plan to seek skilled workers - by Guidy Mamann
Apr 25th, 2005 -
Numbers are misleading: Volpe's ministry has a lot of explaining to do
Apr 18th, 2005 -
Read fine print to avoid family separation – by Guidy Mamann
Apr 11th, 2005 -
Immigration bill deserves more support
Apr 4th, 2005 -
Federal judge slams refugee board's actions
Mar 29th, 2005 -
U.S. soldier right to expect refuge
Mar 21st, 2005 -
CSIS credibility in question – by Guidy Mamann
Mar 14th, 2005 -
Foreign parents must deal with lousy visa service - by Guidy Mamann
Mar 7th, 2005 -
Students take risk in claiming refugee status - by Guidy Mamann
Mar 2nd, 2005 -
Getting Killed by Dead Time - by Joel Sandaluk
Feb 28th, 2005 -
Visitors visas need truth on spouses
Feb 21st, 2005 -
New spousal policy in right direction
Feb 14th, 2005 -
Sponsors don’t rule
Feb 7th, 2005 -
Criminal laws not soft: Many convicted foreigners barred entry into Canada
Jan 31st, 2005 -
MP’s help can’t hurt , but political plea shouldn’t replace proper application
Jan 24th, 2005 -
Compassion cases do face hurdles
Jan 17th, 2005 -
Flawed system needs repairs
Jan 10th, 2005 -
Free Legal Clinic for Canadian relatives of Survivors of Asian Tsunami
Jan 9th, 2005 -
Tsunami victims stranded
Jan 4th, 2005 -
Tsunami disaster demands action
Dec 23rd, 2004 -
Residence application can now include kids
Dec 20th, 2004 -
Young girl’s journey never got go-ahead
Dec 13th, 2004 -
Preparation key for travel to U.S.
Dec 6th, 2004 -
More losers in Strippergate ‘fix’
Dec 2nd, 2004 -
Relocation of the Canadian Visa Office in Ankara
Nov 29th, 2004 -
Compassion is common sense
Nov 22nd, 2004 -
Pitfalls of working as an illegal here
Nov 15th, 2004 -
Illegals make do on society’s fringe
Nov 8th, 2004 -
Nanny rules need change
Nov 1st, 2004 -
Three options for couples
Oct 25th, 2004 -
Love tricky sometimes
Oct 18th, 2004 -
What’s our position toward refugees?
Oct 12th, 2004 -
Workers needed for trades
Oct 4th, 2004 -
Legislation lays down cornerstone policies
Sep 27th, 2004 -
Business immigrant trend takes tumble
