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GOOSELAW™ Immigration – Helping Canadian and international employers bring high volumes of skilled talent to Canada

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GOOSELAW™ Immigration is a virtual law firm comprised of a team of lawyers and immigration support workers dedicated to helping a range of Canadian and international employers bring high skilled talent to Canada without dealing with complicated immigration laws. It supports Canadian startups and billion dollar multi-national corporations as well as families and individuals. It helps clients navigate complex immigration regulations, including those related to international trade agreements such as NAFTA, CETA and GATS. The firm provides support with various work permit categories, including intra-company transferees and NAFTA professionals as well as labor market impact assessments (LMIA) and Global Talent Stream applications.

GOOSELAW™ Immigration helps clients with a variety of Canadian immigration matters. Their clients include:

  • Canadian small and medium sized businesses and blue chip corporations seeking work permit support for foreign employees;
  • Foreign businesses wishing to create a Canadian startup for immigration purposes;
  • Canadian permanent residency support for corporate employees, families and individuals;
  • Canadian citizens and permanent residents who want to sponsor their immediate family to Canada;
  • Canadian permanent residents needing citizenship.
  • Foreign nationals and permanent residents facing criminal inadmissibility issues.

Immigration Services offered

Q. Who is this for?

Small, medium sized and large multinational businesses and other organizations seeking professional corporate immigration help getting multiple employees to work in Canada legally.

What you get

A dedicated corporate immigration team made up of a Canadian trained and licensed lawyer and experienced case work workers. You also get access to an immigration process that draws on secure, cutting edge online technologies to deliver high volumes of work permit approvals quickly and without having to deal with complicated immigration forms.

Q. What is the process?

You are first invited to a consultation with a lawyer to review and assess your company’s eligibility based on existing immigration programs and provide accurate guidance on your immigration options and potential risks.

Support from Start to Finish

You get end-to-end professional corporate immigration services led by a Lawyer from start to finish. They manage all aspects of the application and compliance process and save your company from dealing with complicated immigration forms and rules. They remain on the file throughout the process – from start to finish and will respond to questions or concerns from the immigration authorities on each of your employee’s behalf.

Intra-Company Transfer: Opening Doors to Canadian Employment

If you currently employ H-1B visa holders in the United States and their visas are coming to an end, the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) program in Canada can be a viable option. To qualify, your U.S. business must have a related company or business presence in Canada. The related business can be a subsidiary, affiliate, parent company, or any other type of affiliated business to your U.S. operations.

Under the ICT program, you can transfer the H-1B visa holder from the United States to Canada to work for the Canadian employer, performing duties within the country. However, both the employer and the prospective employee must meet specific requirements. The Canadian employer must have a legal relationship with the U.S. employer, and the employee must possess specialized knowledge or hold a senior managerial position. Additional criteria may apply, such as the duration of employment outside Canada.

By fulfilling these requirements, your US-based employer with a Canadian entity can seamlessly transfer an employee to Canada. The Canadian entity becomes the employer, and the employee continues providing valuable support through this new arrangement.

In conclusion, if you find yourself in a situation where your H-1B visa holders are approaching the end of their visas, Canada offers attractive options for U.S. employers. Through the Intra-Company Transfer program or the Global Talent Stream, you can retain valuable employees by transferring them to work in Canada. These pathways not only provide opportunities for continued employment but also facilitate knowledge sharing and promote international business growth.

Remember to thoroughly research the requirements, consult with experts, and stay informed about the latest updates in immigration laws. With careful planning and execution, you can successfully navigate the process of hiring foreign workers and leverage their skills and expertise to drive your business forward. Expand your horizons and embrace the benefits of a diverse and global workforce with GOOSELAW. Canada awaits, ready to welcome talented individuals and offer an environment conducive to growth and innovation. Start exploring the possibilities today and unlock the potential of international talent for your organization.

Donovan H. Francis M.A., J.D. Founder & Managing Lawyer | In his own words

As the founding lawyer at GOOSELAW Immigration, I help businesses and individuals inside Canada and from around the world with their Canadian immigration matters. I draw on my expertise as a Canadian educated lawyer and as a proud immigrant to Canada, to provide high-quality and personable immigration services. Your immigration application will be advantaged by my experience providing legal immigration advice and support to mobility groups, human resources, legal departments and in-house compliance teams at start-Ups, medium sized and large multinational companies.

I lead the GOOSELAW™ Immigration law firm in supporting Canadian startups and billion dollar multinational corporations as well as families and individuals with their immigration needs. Together we help clients navigate complex immigration regulations, including those related to international trade agreements such as NAFTA, CETA and GATS. I also lead the firm in providing support with various work permit categories, including intra-company transferees and NAFTA professionals as well as labour market impact assessments (LMIA) and Global Talent Stream applications.

During my free time, I love exploring the great outdoors with my family, especially during the summer when we go camping. I also have a deep passion for travelling and have been fortunate enough to explore many parts of the African continent.

"We are Canadian trained and licensed lawyers with expertise in getting high-skilled employees to Canada quickly and hassle-free."

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