Business Visitor or Work Permit?

Included with our Passes

April 29, 2025 at 12:00pm EST

$90
3 hours

Attend Live and On-Demand Recording

SUMMARY

This course offers an in-depth exploration of the distinctions between business visitor status and work permits, providing participants with a clear understanding of the criteria, scope, and application processes for each. Through detailed discussions, participants will learn to correctly classify foreign nationals under Canadian immigration law, navigate the complexities of international agreements like CUSMA and CETA, and identify permissible activities for business visitors. The course will also address compliance considerations, highlighting the risks of misclassification and offering practical guidance for employers and employees. Real-world examples and case studies, such as the Global Talent Stream, will further enhance understanding, equipping participants with the tools to manage business visitor applications effectively while adhering to IRCC guidelines.

Includes:

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Importance of distinguishing business visitor status from work permits
  • Risks of misclassification
  • Categories of business visitors and their activities
  • Industry-specific examples
  • Detailed discussion of permissible activities under Canadian regulations
  • Duration and frequency of visits under business visitor status
  • Limitations of business visitor status
  • International Agreements and Business Visitors
  • Special Considerations: Global Talent Stream
  • Compliance and Practical Considerations

CPD CREDITS

For Lawyers and Paralegals
Law Society of Ontario

Substantive Hours: This program is eligible for up to 3 hours.

Law Society of British Columbia

Approved for 3 CPD credits.

Law Societies of Alberta, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Nova Scotia

For members of these Law Societies, consider including this course as a CPD learning activity in your mandatory annual requirements

For Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants
College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants

Approved for 3 CPD Hours
Video recording valid until April 29, 2026

Learn from experts in their field by purchasing this course

INSTRUCTOR

Viviane Albuquerque

Barrister & Solicitor

Mobilitys Legal

Viviane Albuquerque is a seasoned legal expert in U.S. and Canadian immigration law, with experience from top firms in Montreal, Hong Kong, and Brazil. A McGill graduate with degrees in Civil and Common Law, and an LLM from the University of Toronto, she is licensed in Quebec, Ontario, and New York. Fluent in French, English, and Portuguese, Viviane has given numerous lectures on immigration law and contributed a chapter on Quebec immigration to a published book. Her own immigration journey drives her commitment to helping clients achieve their North American goals