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Immigration

Pathways to Permanent Residency in Canada: Study Permits

Permanent Residency in Canada After you finish your program of study in Canada, you have a path to permanent residency in Canada. But first, you need a work permit. There are two types of work permits you can get after graduation. Post-graduation work permit (“PGWP”) Other types of work permits Post-graduation work permit (“PGWP”) If you graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI), you might be eligible for a “PGWP.” The validity of your PGWP …

Immigration

LMIA-Exempt Canadian Work Permits

Applicants can obtain an LMIA-exempt Canadian Work Permit through the C10, C11, and C12 categories of the International Mobility Program.

Contested Divorce

Spousal Support in BC

What is Spousal Support? Spousal support (or alimony) in BC is a periodic or one-time payment from one spouse to another. The entitlement to spousal support arises under section 160 of the Family Law Act (the “FLA”). The court will consider the factors set out in section 161 of the FLA in deciding whether spousal support is appropriate in any given case. Section 162 of the FLA sets out the factors that affect the amount …

Immigration

Refused Refugee Claims – What You Can Do

If you are in Canada and have had your refugee claim application refused, some options may be available for you. However, there is no guarantee that any applicant is eligible for these processes or will be successful even if they are eligible. Experienced immigration and refugee lawyers can assist you to have the best chances of overturning your refused refugee claim. At the end of the day, Canada cares for the safety of at-risk individuals …

Family Law

Setting Aside a Prenuptial Agreement

I am often asked about the possibility of setting aside a prenuptial agreement. Some clients want to know whether a prenuptial agreement would protect them if their relationship broke down. Other clients have a prenuptial agreement that they are unhappy with and want it set aside. In this article, I will explain how prenuptial agreements are set aside. I will also write about a 2016 Supreme Court of British Columbia case where the prenuptial agreement …

Immigration

Becoming a Refugee in Canada

Pax Law Corporation regularly assists clients who are afraid for their health if they were to return to their home countries with applying for refugee status. In this article, you will be able to find detailed information about the requirements and steps to becoming a refugee in Canada. Refugee Status from Inside Canada: Canada offers refugee protection to some individuals in Canada who fear prosecution or would be in danger if they return to their …

Immigration

How to Become a Permanent Resident of Canada

Becoming a Permanent Resident of Canada Many clients contact Pax Law Corporation to ask our lawyers about becoming permanent residents of Canada. In this article, we will give you an overview of some of ways a prospective immigrant can become a permanent resident (“PR”) in Canada. Permanent Resident Status First, what does it mean to be a permanent resident of Canada? An individual who is a citizen of another country can be granted Canadian permanent …

Immigration

Rejected Canadian Student Visa: A Successful Appeal by Pax Law

Pax Law Corporation’s Samin Mortazavi has successfully appealed another rejected Canadian student visa in the recent case of Vahdati v MCI, 2022 FC 1083 [Vahdati]. Vahdati was a case where the primary applicant (“PA”) was Ms. Zeinab Vahdati who planned to come to Canada to pursue a two-year Master of Administrative Science, Specialization: Computer Security and Forensic Administration degree at Fairleigh Dickinson University of British Columbia. Ms. Vahdati’s spouse, Mr. Rostami, planned to accompany Ms. …

Family Law

How Much Does a Divorce Cost in BC in 2023?

How Much Does Divorce Cost in BC? If you are in an unhappy marriage, are considering separation from your spouse, or have been living separate and apart from your spouse for a time, you may wonder about the process of getting divorced from your spouse and the cost of doing so. Process of Divorce To get divorced, you need to go to court in the Supreme Court of British Columbia and ask a judge of …

Family Law

Separation in BC – How to Protect Your Rights

How to Protect Your Rights After Separation in BC If you have separated from your spouse or are considering separation, you should consider how you will consider your rights to the family property after you separate, especially if the family property is only in your spouse’s name. In this article, I will explain some of the legal resources available to protect your rights after your separation. What is family property? A family’s belongings fall into …

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