Canada’s visa refusal rates are at historic highs. Here is what might be going wrong — and what applicants can do about it. In 2024, visitor visa refusal rates alone had climbed…
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Applying for immigration to Canada for the first time can feel overwhelming. Between choosing the right program, gathering documentation, and understanding legal requirements, it’s easy to make mistakes that could delay, or…
Continue ReadingMario D. Bellissimo was interviewed by Global News on the increased presence of ICE officers at U.S. airports and what this means for Canadians travelling or transiting through the United States. He…
Continue ReadingIn a recent article by CBC News, Mario Bellissimo comments on a case involving two Canadian children unable to leave Egypt due to a court-ordered travel ban. The article highlights the legal…
Continue ReadingIn a recent article by the Toronto Star, Mario D. Bellissimo comments on increasing electronic device searches conducted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. New data shows a rise in searches of phones,…
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Recent statistics released by U.S. Customs and Border Protection show that border officers conducted approximately 55,000 searches of travellers’ electronic devices in 2025, an increase from about 47,000 searches in both 2024…
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Canada’s immigration headlines can feel overwhelming, the delays, policy changes, and economic uncertainty often make the process seem daunting. However, despite these challenges, several immigration pathways remain open and effective for skilled…
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International students play a vital role in Canada’s academic and economic landscape. Maintaining valid immigration status throughout your studies is essential. If your program extends beyond the validity of your current study…
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For years, I have cast the debate as operational secrecy versus legal accountability. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has consistently maintained that its digital systems whether labelled artificial intelligence or workflow automation are internal tools…
Continue ReadingCanada’s proposed immigration overhaul, Bill C-12, is moving toward final Senate approval despite pointed concerns raised during committee review and by leading members of the bar. As reported by Law360 Canada, a Senate…
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