Introduction to the Article: An exciting update on Canada's Express Entry system!  Draw #282 just took place on February 1, 2024, and it's creating quite a buzz, especially among French language speakers. This time around, Canada extended invitations to 7,000 French-speaking candidates, setting the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score at a welcoming 365. This is [...]

The rental market landscape across Ottawa, Toronto, and Ontario presents a complex mix of trends and challenges. This article explores the rental market in these areas, showing us what's really happening with things like how many apartments are available, how much rent is going up, and the big problem of how expensive it's getting to [...]

Introduction to Canada's New Student Permit Policy The Government of Canada, through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has announced a significant policy change. This new directive places a 2-year cap on student permits, a move aimed at stabilizing the influx of international students and addressing the challenges arising from recent rapid increases. The decision, [...]

In the legal profession, adhering to a strict ethical code is paramount, not only for the integrity of the individual practitioner but also for the broader justice system. Legal professionals are duty-bound to uphold the highest standards of conduct. This includes unwavering adherence to the law, ensuring client confidentiality, and maintaining honesty and integrity in [...]

Introduction Immigrating to a new country can be an exciting but daunting experience. There are many factors to consider, from finding a job to securing a place to live. For those seeking to immigrate to Canada, sponsorship can be a crucial part of the process. Briefly, a sponsor is a person or organization that provides [...]

"Had a wonderful meeting with Mr. Daljit Nirman today, a prominent immigration lawyer of Canada, who assisted us in successfully stopping the deportation of 700 Punjabi youth from Canada few months back." Follow Vikramjit Singh on Twitter      

The recent decisions and actions by the Ottawa Police Services Board and City Council have raised questions about their self-awareness and understanding of the governance and the required transparency. The appointment process of Dr. Gail Beck as the Chair of the Ottawa Police Services Board appears to deviate from the standard governance process. This process [...]

What is an Agreement of Purchase and Sale Condominium Resale? When considering purchasing a condominium in Ontario, it is important to understand the contract you are entering into when making this investment. An Agreement of Purchase and Sale of Condominium Resale (APS), also known as a resale agreement, must be in place and signed by [...]

Introduction When it comes to estate planning, it's important to think about what will happen to your assets after you're gone and how those assets will be distributed and to whom. Unfortunately, family disputes over wills and estates can and do happen, causing stress, conflict and, in some cases, costly legal battles. To avoid these [...]

  Writing a will is an important part of estate planning, and it’s always wise to seek the help of a professional when you decide to create a will. Having an experienced wills lawyer in Ottawa can make the process much simpler and help ensure that your wishes are properly executed. Read on to learn [...]