OUR 2021
COURSES

February 24, 2021 - 5 hour
An in-depth discussion of study permit applications and the rights of international students and their family.
Instructors:
Andrew Carvajal, Chantal Desloges & Phil Cohen
March 19, 2021 - 2 hours
A look at the jurisprudence that changed immigration law throughout the past year.
Instructor:
Sam Plett
April 13, 2021 - 4 hours
A practical workshop on e-Litigation in the Federal Court, including practical tips and visual demonstrations.
Instructor:
Sam Plett
April 15, 2021 - 2 hours
An overview of work permits and permanent residence applications for Francophones looking to settle outside of Quebec.
Instructor:
Andrew Carvajal
May 18, 2021 - 3 hours
A practical workshop on cover letter writing by a seasoned immigration expert. Sample cover letters will be reviewed.
Instructor:
Chantal Desloges

May 25, 2021 - 5 hours
An in-depth overview of Canada’s refugee protection system, including Convention refugee claims and claims made by persons in need of protection
Instructor:
Preevanda Sapru

June 9, 2021 - 3 hours
A discussion about overcoming non-compliance and financial inadmissibility concerns in immigration applications.
Instructor:
Chantal Desloges
June 14, 2021 - 5 hours
A discussion of immigration applications to overcome criminal, medical and overstay inadmissibilities both temporarily and permanently.
Instructor:
Sam Plett
June, 2021 - 3 hours
A practical course on navigating the challenges that arise when adducing all types of evidence during administrative tribunal hearings.
Instructor:
To Be Announced

June 17, 2021 - 3 hours
A discussion of the options available to religious workers looking to come to Canada as temporary workers and transition to permanent residence.
Instructor:
Andrew Carvajal
TBD - 4 hours
A full overview of the OINP, including employer driven, human capital, entrepreneur and Express Entry streams. Includes 2021 updates.
Instructor:
Andrew Carvajal
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Animated clips based on select audio excerpts from past CPD courses.

July 8, 2021 - 2 hours
A guide for practitioners assisting clients with the Federal Self-employed Program.
Instructor:
Rafael Fabregas
July 13, 2021 - 3 hours
A practical course to applications involving sponsorships of family members.
Instructor:
Adrienne Smith
July 2021 - 5 hours
A global overview of some of the most popular PNP programs across Canada.
Instructor:
To be determined
August 4, 2021 - 4 hours
A practical discussion of how technology can augment the potential of your legal practice.
Instructor
Sam Plett

August 10, 2021 - 5 hours
A guide for legal practitioners who negotiate and litigate wrongful dismissal cases (including in Small Claims Court).
Instructor:
Antonio Urdaneta
August, 2021 - 3 hours
A discussion for paralegals and immigration practitioners to prevent and defend disciplinary complaints against their respective regulatory body.
Instructors:
Andrew Carvajal & to be determined
September 2, 2021 - 2 hours
An practical workshop on how to perfect the recruitment stage of LMIA applications and prevent costly errors.
Instructor:
Andrew Carvajal

September, 2021 - 5 hours
A complete guide to the ins and outs of applications before the Landlord and Tenant Board.
Instructor:
To be determined
October 6, 2021 - 3 hours
A practical course on how to prepare for an Immigration Appeal Division hearing from the beginning to the end.
Instructor:
Chantal Desloges
October 13, 2021 - 4 hours
An overview of some of the most popular and widely used immigration options by business owners.
Instructor:
Stanley Leo

October 14, 2021 - 5 hours
An in-depth discussion of the federal programs for skilled labour, as well as the Express Entry application process.
Instructor:
Andrew Carvajal
November 2, 2021 - 3 hours
An overview of how to effectively put together a TRP application.
Instructor:
Chantal Desloges
November 9, 2021 - 3 hours
A discussion of PR applications that are often required as a last resort, due to not being eligible under regular immigration programs or because of prohibitions.
Instructor:
Chantal Desloges
