Also known as “headhunters,” global search firms play a vital role in the Canadian economy by fueling companies with talented workers. These firms recruit people from all over the world, focusing not just on domestic talent within Canada but on
Ackah Business Immigration Law
As a boutique corporate immigration law firm, Ackah Business Immigration Law works with clients all over the world. Based in Calgary, Alberta with offices in Vancouver and Toronto their team seamlessly assists businesses and people with crossing borders.
It takes time and careful planning to recruit, relocate and immigrate international workers to Canada and the U.S.. Their lawyers offer expert guidance through the difficult process of immigration.
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Prepare Now for Unannounced USCIS Worksite Inspections
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Can You Switch From Visitor to Worker Without Leaving Canada?
- In 2025, you cannot switch from visitor to worker from inside Canada. The temporary public policy that once allowed this ended in August 2024.
- Some groups, like spouses of workers or students and recent graduates, can apply for a work
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What to Do After a Work Permit Refusal
- A work permit refusal is not the end of the road. Start by reviewing your refusal letter and GCMS notes to fully understand the officer’s concerns.
- Strengthen your application by adding clearer documentation, stronger employer proof and evidence that directly
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How a Business Visitor Letter Can Help You Avoid Border Risks
- A business visitor letter confirms the purpose of short-term cross-border travel, giving officers proof that the business visit is legitimate and supported by the employer.
- Stricter border scrutiny in 2025 makes these letters essential to avoid delays, refusals or reputational
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Episode 92: Navigating Tariffs and Challenges for Canadian Businesses with Deborah Stern
In this episode of Ask Canada Immigration Lawyer, Evelyn Ackah, Evelyn speaks with Deborah Stern, a partner at Sandler, Travis and Rosenberg, about the rapidly changing world of US-Canada trade compliance. With her unique background as both a former US…
How to Move to Canada to Be With Your Partner
How to Move to Canada to Be With Your Partner
- Identify your relationship category and confirm you meet the eligibility requirements for Canadian partner sponsorship or other immigration options.
- Choose the pathway that fits your situation, such as spousal sponsorship,
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The Start-Up Visa Guide: What Founders Need to Know for International Expansion
If you are considering a new life in Canada and have an innovative idea for a business, the Startup Visa might be for you. As its name suggests, this visa program targets entrepreneurs who want to start businesses in Canada.…
Immigration Planning for Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions
Immigration Planning for Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions in Canada
- Immigration planning for corporate mergers and acquisitions keeps executives, specialists and their families in place so integration can move forward without disruption.
- Work permits, permanent residency applications and employer obligations must
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How to Move From the U.S. to Canada for Business
How to Move From the U.S. to Canada for Business or Corporate Expansion
- Work permits and intercompany transfers are among the fastest ways to move from the U.S. to Canada for business.
- Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs offer pathways
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