In Canada, immigration and settlement are inherently related to Indigenous genocide, displacement, and land appropriation. Yet, in policy development and public debate, both topics are rarely connected with each other. Hear more from Professor Harald Bauder on his research and writing on this topic.

This panel will engage in a discussion on issues related to Canadian Citizenship – including requirements to become a Canadian citizen, calculating residency, updates on processing times, and a review of the new citizenship portal. 

Moderator: Amandeep Hayer, Sedai Law Office

Join us for an interactive panel to discuss submitting applications on Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds, including submitting H&C applications in the context of business immigration law.

Moderator: Amanda Aziz, Migrant Workers Centre

This panel will cover everything you wanted to know about litigation – including judicial reviews and IAD appeals. This panel will also address what every practitioner should know when submitting a mandamus application.

Moderator: Anita Boscariol, Watson Goepel LLP

This panel will discuss all matters related to economic permanent residence, including the Express Entry program, the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades program.

Moderator: Daniel Lee, Fasken

Please join us for a discussion on Labour Market Impact Assessments.  Topics to be addressed include policy developments, trends, creative strategies, and compliance from the perspectives of both immigration practitioners and ESDC.

Moderator: Sarah Reid, Crease Harman LLP