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62041.02This paper is complimentary.
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OC-62024Top-notch legal support staff make a tremendous difference to quality of work and life. Develop strategies for getting (and staying) organized, efficiently prioritizing, using office technology more effectively, and for providing more meaningful support overall. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in January 2017. Total running time is 4 hours, 35 minutes.
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62033.01This paper provides a general overview of Canada’s Temporary Residence categories, and identifies the requirements to qualify for entry into Canada as a visitor or under a work or study permit. This paper also identifies common reasons Temporary Residence status is refused. In addition, tips for preparing an application to proactively and reactively address reasons for refusal are provided. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Immigration Fundamentals program held in Calgary on March 14, 2017 and in Edmonton on March 23, 2017.
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62033.02Immigration planning often requires creativity and thinking outside the box. While immigration planning should involve a consideration of all practical options available to a client, this paper focuses on economic immigration options. In the context of Express Entry, this paper discusses the Canadian Experience Class, the Federal Skilled Worker program, the Federal Skilled Trades program, and the points allocation system. Additionally, in the context of the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program, the Employer Driven stream, the Strategic Recruitment stream, and the Self-Employed Farmer stream are discussed. Finally, the Caregiver program is also highlighted as a path to permanent residency and eventual citizenship. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Immigration Fundamentals program held in Calgary on March 14, 2017 and in Edmonton on March 23, 2017.
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62033.03This paper provides an outline of the fundamentals of an application to sponsor a relative for permanent residency under the Family Class or Spouse or Common-Law Partner Class. It outlines who can be a sponsor, and what the sponsor’s requirements and undertakings are. It also outlines who can be sponsored, and discusses definitions and bad faith relationships. In addition, application procedures are discussed for spouses, partners, and dependent children; adopted children and other relatives; and parents and grandchildren. Considerations for dealing with a refusal of a family sponsorship application are also discussed. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Immigration Fundamentals program held in Calgary on March 14, 2017 and in Edmonton on March 23, 2017.
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62033.04Criminal convictions can have significant consequences for permanent residents and foreign nationals. This paper reviews criminal inadmissibility under the Immigration Refugee Protection Act [IRPA], with a particular focus on ss 36 and 37 of the IRPA. It also discusses Section 44 reports, which are the initiating documents alleging inadmissibility of a foreign national or permanent resident, and provides tips for responding to a procedural fairness letter. As well, conviction and post-conviction options are discussed, including making an appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Immigration Fundamentals program held in Calgary on March 14, 2017 and in Edmonton on March 23, 2017.
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62033.05This paper provides an introduction to the practice of refugee law in Canada. It focuses on the legal requirements, process, and outcomes of making a refugee claim while in Canada. An overview of the substantive requirements for making a Convention Refugee claim (under s 96 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act [IRPA]) or for making a Person in Need of Protection claim (under s 97 of IRPA) is provided. Procedural issues for refugee claims are also discussed, including risks, eligibility, documentary evidence, Basis of Claim forms, and Refugee Protection Division hearings. Additionally, outcomes of the refugee claim determination are considered. A reference list to practical resources and guides for refugee law is also provided. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Immigration Fundamentals program held in Calgary on March 14, 2017 and in Edmonton on March 23, 2017.
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62033.06This paper examines humanitarian and compassionate [H&C] requests made in a variety of circumstances. It reviews the legislative framework for H& C requests under s 25 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. It also discusses the evidentiary burden and risk factors considered in determining H&C requests. Finally, tips for making persuasive H&C applications are provided, including tips for client consultations and evidence gathering. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Immigration Fundamentals program held in Calgary on March 14, 2017 and in Edmonton on March 23, 2017.
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OC-61983Examine best practices, procedures, and tips for organizing and managing files from first considering prospective clients to finally closing a file when a matter is resolved. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in January 2016. Total running time is 4 hours, 34 minutes.
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61981.04The author provides a high-level overview, designed for legal support staff, of the continuous disclosure regulatory requirements that apply to reporting issuers in Alberta. Reporting issuers and private issuers are discussed, and common continuous disclosure documents are reviewed, including financial reports, CEO/CFO certification, annual information forms, and shareholder meeting minutes. In addition, continuous disclosure requirements, such as proxies, information circulars, and the timing of disclosure, are highlighted. Finally, the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (SEDAR), used to file continuous disclosure documents, is briefly discussed.This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Securities Law for Legal Support Staff program in Calgary on January 7, 2016.
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61981.02Securities law in Canada is comprised of various statutes, regulations, instruments, policies, rules, notices, and common law. This paper provides an overview of the various sources of securities law and the securities regulatory regime, in order to provide a general sense of where securities laws are derived from, and what parties are responsible for administering and overseeing those laws. The author provides a brief review of general corporate law, the Alberta Securities Act, and securities regulation. Additionally, securities rules and enforcement issues are discussed.This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Securities Law for Legal Support Staff program in Calgary on January 7, 2016.
