The process of obtaining refugee status is incredibly important to an individual. I have recently been involved in research where I, along with a team of researchers at the University of Oxford,…
Continue ReadingMarch Break, which is also known as Spring Break, is almost here. It is a time which elementary school and secondary school students look forward to. March Break dates normally vary depending…
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Posted by: Mario D. Bellissimo The Honourable Denis Gascon, a lawyer with Norton Rose Fulbright Canada in Montréal, is appointed a judge of the Federal Court to replace Mr. Justice D.J. Rennie,…
Continue ReadingWith the Oscars behind us but the award season in full swing, it is Canada’s time to shine. This Sunday, the Canadian Screen Awards are ready to take the stage in Toronto…
Continue ReadingAs immigration control increases, refugee applicants are often implicitly, if not explicitly, submitted to evaluation of their medical conditions for corroboration of their autobiographical narratives. Medical certificates, for instance, which are drawn…
Continue ReadingImagine you are facing removal from Canada, your appeal hearing is rapidly approaching, and you cannot find a lawyer to represent you. Eventually you do find a lawyer who is able to…
Continue ReadingMr. Bellissimo was recently interviewed for an article in the Toronto Star regarding concerns over the revamped federal skilled immigration program, and the complicated process of obtaining a Labour Market Impact Assessment…
Continue ReadingEvery year, Toronto plays host to the largest auto show in Canada. The 41st Canadian International AutoShow will be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from February 13th to the 22nd….
Continue ReadingSince May 2013, many applicants for permanent residence in Canada have required an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA). Applicants are required to use third-party education assessors who evaluate the applicant’s foreign academic credential(s)….
Continue ReadingI recently argued a case at the Federal Court of Canada which turned on what appeared to be a simple mistake: an incorrectly checked box on an application form. Unfortunately, such a…
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