Law360 Canada featured Mario Bellissimo for his leadership as Chair of the Canadian Bar Association’s immigration modernization working group and as co-lead of the CBA’s response to Bill C-2, the proposed Strong…
Continue ReadingCBC News has published a feature examining growing concerns about Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) use of computer-assisted decision-making tools in immigration processing. Mario Bellissimo was interviewed and shared examples of…
Continue ReadingMario Bellissimo was interviewed by CTV News for examining the case of Tarun Godara, a queer artist in Sudbury facing deportation to India despite fears of persecution. While not counsel on the case,…
Continue ReadingWith the G7 summit approaching, many are asking whether U.S. President Donald Trump, now a convicted felon, could be stopped at the Canadian border. As Mario Bellissimo shared with the Toronto Star,…
Continue ReadingAhead of Election Day, OMNI News aired a special report highlighting key information for new Canadian voters, featuring insights from Mario Bellissimo. As part of OMNI’s pre-election coverage, the segment aired Thursday,…
Continue ReadingOur lawyer, Lijing Cao, authored a new piece for Law360 Canada exploring how Canada can attract U.S. talent through smart immigration strategies — from leveraging CUSMA to strengthening regional programs.Read here: https://www.law360.ca/ca/articles/2321201
Continue ReadingMario Bellissimo, in an interview with the Canadian Bar Association, raised critical concerns about Canada’s new data-sharing agreement with the U.S. He highlighted the lack of external consultations, the absence of privacy…
Continue ReadingIn light of the recent U.S. election, immigration inquiries from Americans seeking a new life in Canada have surged by 300%. Bellissimo Law Group’s Mario Bellissimo recently discussed this trend with CBC…
Continue ReadingWe’re delighted to introduce our new book, Canadian Immigration Law and Policy: Then and Now, published by Irwin Law and University of Toronto Press. This insightful exploration covers Canada’s immigration history, including…
Continue ReadingWe are pleased to announce our recognition in Ontario Reports as the “Best Lawyer of the Year 2025.” This accolade reflects our dedication to providing exceptional legal services. Ontario Reports (ORs), published…
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