February 15, 2017
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Which programs have open work permits? What are the common aspects and nuance differences between some of them? Are your clients having difficulties obtaining them when they should be eligible? What's the view from behind the desk?

Listen  to former officer Robyn Jones give her perspective and some tips on open work permits. More speakers will be added so stay tuned! 

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  • Eligibility Requirements for Open Work Permits
  •  Applicable Law and Programs
  • Steps in the process
  • Where to apply
  • View from the other side of the desk
  • Dealing with refusals
Is there discretionary entry at the border? Is it more of a gatekeeper or facilitation? What is the role of CBSA and how much of a role can counsel play? Is flag poling still an option? What about the "Trump" effect? 

Are you still doing LMIAs? What is the current landscape? Are there any new changes?

Register today:
  • CBSA & the POE
  • Alternative options other than POE for your clients
  • What is the process at entry?
  • Flag poling do's and don'ts 
  • Working with your client
  • What about the US side?
  • LMIA Check-In

More speakers to be added! Stay tuned!

Have you registered for the 2017 Seminar Bundle?

Get access to over 50 CPD hours with top speakers and wide ranging topics, practical advice and real cases!

More than the CPD hours, it is an opportunity to network and attain the skills needed to better serve your clients!  

Click here to register for the 2017 Seminar Bundle and for more details!


For this year's education events schedule, check out the 2017 CAPIC EDUCATION CALENDAR
Book Your Lunch & Learn
Two Upcoming Lunch & Learns!

February 21, 2017 at White Spot in Vancouver, BC from 1-3:00 PM PST! 

February 16, 2017 at Café Cherrier in Quebec from 12:30-2:30 PM EST!

Have lunch with your colleagues, network, and exchange information, ask your questions, and learn something new! 

*Reminder: Knowledge is free while you pay for your lunch and drinks! 
Education Corner: 
Podcasts and Past Educational Videos 


Are you aware of all our Immigration Practitioner Exchange Contributions by RCICs? We have essays by senior practitioners who analyze the past and current programs and issues in the immigration industry, they are all saved in the IMMeCentre! To access the articles please

Check out our Express Entry podcast:  Express Entry Changes - November 2016 

The educational videos are past CAPIC seminars over the last 12 months. While the CPD hours have expired, much of the content and practical tips remain valuable.

The podcasts are a series of audio or video files composed of experiences RCICs who provide analysis and feedback on immigration issues. We look forward to having various hosts and a variety of RCIC’s, as contributing panelists who will answer questions, share opinions and provide tips on various subjects.  
 
If you are interested in being a contributor or a topic that you want to hear contact education@capic.ca

Whether at your office, at home, or on the jogging tail, we hope you will join our “Education Corner”.

To watch our Express Entry podcast go to our YouTube page by clicking here

Please see the presentation materials by clicking here
Save the date:
CAPIC's National Citizenship and Immigration  Conference 2017  
Gatineau QC 
October 12th and 13th, 2017

Listen to RCICs as they reflect on CAPIC's  2016 National Education Conference!

Stay tuned for details on our 2017 conference ! We hope to see you all there!
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