New Interim Citizenship Eligibility Measures for “Lost Canadians” Announced on March 13, 2025

On March 13, 2025, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced new policy measures to assist “Lost Canadians”—individuals born abroad to foreign-born Canadian parents—who have been adversely affected by restrictions in the Citizenship Act.  These measures apply to individuals affected by the “first-generation limit,” a provision that prevents first-generation Canadians born outside Canada from automatically passing their […]

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Rachel Bendayan Appointed Canada’s Minister of Immigration

Mark Carney, Canada’s newly appointed Prime Minister, has announced his cabinet in preparation for the upcoming 2025 federal election, including changes to the leadership of the immigration portfolio. Rachel Bendayan, Member of Parliament for Outremont, Quebec, has been appointed as Canada’s Minister of Immigration, succeeding Marc Miller. In her new role, she will oversee the […]

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BARTLAW LLP News

Clara Morrissey, Director of Immigration Programs and Citizenship at BARTLAW LLP, published an article titled “Can Canada revoke Elon Musk’s citizenship?” on Law360 Canada. Click this link to access the article. Jacqueline Bart, Managing Partner BARTLAW LLP, presented at the Consular Corps Association in Toronto at the National Club, about Canadian Immigration Changes Relevant to […]

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Guest Spotlight: US Immigration Department to Implement Mandatory Registration and Fingerprinting for Certain Noncitizens Starting March 2025 – By: Vincent Lau, Managing Partner at Clark Lau LLC

On March 12, 2025, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will be publishing an Interim Final Rule (IFR) which will take effect within 30 days requiring individuals to register their presence and provide fingerprints if they are in the US for 30 days or more.  Failure to do so could lead to criminal consequences. […]

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Recent Express Entry Draws: March 2025

Canada conducted two significant Express Entry draws in early March, creating new opportunities for immigration candidates. March 3, 2025 – A Provincial Nominee Program draw issued 725 Invitations to Apply to candidates with a minimum CRS score of 667. March 6, 2025 – A draw targeting candidates with French language proficiency issued 4,500 ITAs, with […]

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New Pathways for Construction Workers

In response to the growing demand for skilled labor in Canada’s construction sector, the federal government has unveiled new initiatives aimed at attracting qualified tradespeople. On March 7, 2025, Canada launched a program allowing foreign workers to register for apprenticeship programs without the need for a study permit. Additionally, a new pathway to permanent residency […]

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