NEWS AND EVENTS
Free Presentation: UofW History of Human Rights
As a former teacher, Alastair Clarke seldom refuses an invitation to present in front of a classroom. For many years, he has been giving free guest lectures to the students at the University of Winnipeg. In 2025, he has agreed to provide a presentation on how to apply human rights laws and violations of constitutional […]
CBA Conference: Updates from IRCC
As noted, Alastair Clarke moderated a session at the CBA National Immigration Conference in Victoria, BC. The conference hosted more than 600 immigration lawyers and it was sold out. For certain sessions, the rooms were packed, standing room only. This is an indication of the many changes at IRCC, at CBSA and at the IRB. […]
Presentation: CBA Conference (Victoria BC)
On 6 June 2025, Alastair Clarke will be moderating a panel at the CBA National Immigration Conference which will be held in Victoria, BC. Alastair completed his undergraduate degree at UVic many years ago so he is very excited to return to the city. Chantal Desloges will be a speaker on the panel as well […]
Success: IAD Appeal
Many IRCC websites point out that applicants are not required to hire an immigration lawyer to help them with their applications. This is 100% correct. Applicants who have the time and skills to complete the forms and compile the supporting documents and draft the letters of support and understand the potential issues and identity those […]
New IRCC Minister Lena Metlege Diab
Everyone at CIL would like to congratulate MP Lena Metlege Diab with her appointment as Minister of IRCC. We have worked with many ministers over the years and each one brings their own unique perspective. Based on my recollection, Minister Diab may be the first Minister of IRCC who is fluent in Arabic. Very cool. […]
