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Ten Questions Before Incorporation
Posted by Mary Childs on 18 Feb 2009 inWhat Should You Think About Before You Incorporate?
Deciding to incorporate is not a simple matter: this list sets out ten questions to ask yourself before you proceed. These are not the ONLY questions you should ask, of course, but they encompass some of the most common issues that arise when creating a new corporation.
How to seek a pardon
Posted by Natalie Dunbar on 22 Jan 2009 inResource Link:National Parole Board Pardon InformationRequesting a pardon is a fairly straightforward process. I am glad to assist with this sort of thing or meet with you to assist but most people can take care of this on their own.
Information on custody and access for women
Posted by Candace Parker on 24 Feb 2009 inThis plain language guide produced by the YWCA of Vancouver offers information on legal processes and terminology, giving women the tools to make the best possible choices for themselves and their children.
Parenting After Separation
Posted by Candace Parker on 24 Feb 2009 inResource Link:Parenting after Separation HandbookThis handbook, provides information about how children experience the process of separation and how you can help them. It also discusses what to do when safety issues are involved. It also looks at how you may be able to use mediation; what the Child Support Guidelines are and how they apply; what to expect if you need to go to court; and where to get more information and help.
Family Law in British Columbia
Posted by Candace Parker on 24 Feb 2009 inResource Link:Family Law in British ColumbiaThis website provides all kinds of information about family law issues including; custody and access, divorce, common-law relationships, adoption and child protection matters. This website has information on the court process and you can download some of the forms you may have to fill out to go to court. The site also has a number of self-help guides and information on where to go for legal help.
Ministerial Instructions for Federal Skilled Workers
Posted by Anonymous on 15 Jan 2009 inCitizenship & Immigration has published the Ministerial Instructions in effect as of this date (January 15, 2009). Contact us for more information on the Designated List of Occupations, or the Federal Skilled Worker Program generally.
Low Income Cut-off by Province - 2009
Posted by Anonymous on 5 Feb 2009 inCitizenship and Immigration Canada has posted the new Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) by province for immigration. Note that these figures are subject to change. Consult the CIC Call Centre for updated figures.
Canada Experience Class for Permanent Residence
Posted by Anonymous on 15 Jan 2009 inResource Link:http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/cec/index.aspThe Canadian Experience Class provides some new options to prospective applicants for permanent residence, particularly those already working and/or studying in Canada.
CCR: Visas for Mexico and Czech Republic nationals
Posted by Anonymous on 14 Jul 2009 inThe Canadian Council For Refugees has issued a press release concerning the recent decision by the Canadian government to require temporary resident visas for citizens of Mexico and the Czech Republic, and the negative impact that this will potentially have on refugees from these countries.
Immigration Application Processing Times
Posted by Anonymous on 15 Jan 2009 inResource Link:http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/times/index.aspThe figures provided are estimates only, generally based on statistics from prior years. Nevertheless, this section of the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website can prove to be an invaluable tool in planning your immigration to Canada.