This CPD session aims to provide a comprehensive overview of available Policies, ministerial instructions, and agreements focusing on their practical application and impact. Participants will gain insights into eligibility, application processes, and case studies related to temporary policies for nationals from conflict zones and policies for study and work permit holders. The session will also explore resettlement and visa issuance strategies, emphasizing ethical considerations and compliance. Attendees will learn to maximize client benefits by effectively leveraging these policies in their immigration practice.
Introduction (5 minutes)
Welcome and Overview of Session
Objectives and Expected Outcomes
Keynote: Overview of Current Immigration Landscape in Canada (15 minutes)
Brief overview of recent changes and trends in Canadian immigration policies.
The impact of these policies on immigration practices.
Exploration of Public Policies by Category (60 minutes)
Temporary Policies for Nationals from Conflict Zones (e.g., Gaza, Israel, Palestinian Territories, Sudan, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Syria)
Eligibility, application process, and case studies.
Policies for Study and Work Permit Holders (e.g., study permit holders working off-campus, work permit exemptions for specific groups)
Amendments, implications, and practical strategies.
Resettlement and Visa Issuance Policies (e.g., policies for vulnerable groups, family reunification)
Application strategies and ethical considerations.
Overview of other significant public policeis
Maximizing Client Benefits: Strategies and Best Practices (20 minutes)
How to effectively leverage public policies for client advantage.
Ethical considerations and compliance.
Q&A and Discussion (15 minutes)
Open floor for questions, sharing experiences, and discussion.
Address specific concerns and scenarios presented by participants.
Conclusion and Resources (5 minutes)
Summary of key takeaways.