by melanie | Oct 21, 2026 | News & Events
Ontario has significantly redesigned the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), closing its eight previous immigration streams and replacing them with the new Ontario Workforce Priority Stream. The changes came into effect on June 25, 2026, as the first phase of a...
by Staff | May 9, 2026 | News & Events
The E‑1 Visa (Treaty Trader) is an important option for Canadian and other foreign businesses that conduct business with American companies and clients. This E-1 Visa – Treaty Trader allows companies to conduct business in the United States free from hassle...
by Staff | Apr 20, 2026 | News & Events
(Guelph, ON) — Pilkington Law Firm LLP is pleased to welcome Helen Fiallos as a partner. She will oversee the majority of our Canadian temporary and permanent residence practice. Helen has been a key member of our team at Pilkington since 2020 and brings over thirty...
by Staff | Mar 24, 2026 | News & Events
Canada is introducing several important changes to its work permit system in 2026, particularly affecting LMIA-exempt work permits. If you plan to work in Canada, or are already in Canada on temporary status, these updates may impact your eligibility, timelines and...
by Staff | Dec 24, 2025 | News & Events
Canada has officially passed Bill C-3, an important update to the Citizenship Act that restores or grants Canadian citizenship to people known as “Lost Canadians,” who were excluded under an old rule called the First-Generation Limit (FGL). Bill C-3 received Royal...
by Staff | Nov 24, 2025 | News & Events
The U.S. H-1B program is becoming more expensive and restrictive, and engineers are feeling the pressure. With higher filing fees, stricter compliance rules, and increased penalties for employers, many engineers in the United States are reconsidering how achievable...
