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We are Pace Law Immigration, an internationally trusted immigration law firm. We aim to inspire and facilitate a greater freedom of mobility for our clients.
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From Pace lawyer Andy Semotiuk's latest in Forbes:
"Even after funding resumes, the backlog can be staggering. A shutdown lasting only two weeks in 2018 created months of residual delay."
#USA #immigration #law #shutdown
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The Shutdown’s Silent Victims: Immigrants Left In Limbo
The implications of the immigration shutdown are extensive. While some immigrant agencies are working, many have been disabled. The consequences can be devastating.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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“The biggest name in the hotel business isn’t Hilton, Marriott, or even Ritz — it’s Patel.”
#USA #immigration #India #Patel #business #hotels

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How a simple question about American hotels led to ‘the greatest immigration story never told’ | CNN
The biggest name in hotels isn’t Hilton or Marriott, according to a new film. It’s Patel.
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October 6, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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"After reviewing their case, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers allowed only the father in because he has a close relative in Canada. His pregnant wife and seven-year-old daughter were turned away."
#USA #Canada #immigration #border
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Family separated by CBSA at Quebec border paid smugglers to reunite in Canada | CBC News
A Haitian family was separated at the Quebec-U.S. border this spring due to a "legal glitch" some fear could become a wider problem as more migrants once again flee the United States into Canada.
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August 20, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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Michael O'Rourke: "Travellers to the United States who require a visa would do well to check the Visa Reciprocity and Validity page on the US State Department's website."
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#USA #Africa #Asia #travel #tourism #WorldCup #immigration
July 23, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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Michael O'Rourke says: "I'm in Denver for #AILAAC25. Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow. In town for the conference? Drop me a message on LinkedIn and let's connect."
#USA #Denver #immigration #lawyers #law
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June 17, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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The United States is suspended additional student visa interviews in 2025. Pace Law Immigration lawyer Michael O'Rourke breaks down the issue. He also talks about the effect on Canadian students who wish to study in the United States.
#USA #immigration
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US Suspends Student Visa Interviews, Spring 2025
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May 29, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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From Andy Semotiuk's latest in Forbes: "Trump’s Gold Card would require no job creation, no economic modeling, and no indirect employment calculations. It's pay-for-stay."
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Getting U.S. Citizenship For Investor Immigrants: Gold Card Vs. EB-5
A Tale of Two Visas: While both programs lead to the same destination—U.S. citizenship and a passport—the roads diverge sharply. Here's how they compare.
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April 23, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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"The rise in would-be refugees at the St-Bernard-de-Lacolle crossing coincides with the looming expiration of the temporary status of hundreds of thousands of migrants in the United States."
#USA #Canada #immigration #law
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Rise in asylum seekers to Canada as migrants’ protected status set to expire in U.S.
Canadian border officials say there has been a steady rise in the number of people seeking asylum at a border crossing south of Montreal.
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April 10, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Unlike some jurisdictions, including the United States, Canada does recognize common-law relationships in its immigration policy. Contact us to discuss.
#Canada #immigration #law #marriage #relationships
March 31, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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"Next week's Home Care Worker Immigration pilot invites home-care workers to apply, however, it's running on a first come, first served basis and is capped at 2,750 spots in each of its two streams – one for child care workers, the other for home support workers."

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Race to login first for Canada's permanent residency pilot 'like the hunger games' | CBC News
On Monday, applications open for an Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) pilot program that could grant workers permanent residency – an end goal that is typically challenging for many ...
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March 28, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Pace lawyer Michael O'Rourke: "A drop in the bucket, but any bot takedown is a good bot takedown. Visa appointment backlogs in places like India have turned applying for a visa into a pay-for-play system that needs to stop."
#immigration #law #USA #visa
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Visa fraud crackdown: US cancels 2,000 bot-booked appointments
The US Embassy in India has canceled around 2,000 visa appointments made by bots, reflecting its strict stance against agents exploiting the system. Applicants previously paid substantial sums to secu...
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March 27, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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Pace immigration lawyer Michael O'Rourke: "Just finished an application to remove conditions for one of our EB-5 cases. 3000 pages! Thanks to the team for their hard work on this."
#EB5 #immigration #law #lawyerlife
March 19, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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Big congratulations to our team member Jasmine Companion on being called to the bar in Ontario. You have a bright future ahead and we wish you nothing but the best in your career.
#Ontario #Toronto #lawyer #success #congratulations
March 13, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Update: It is being reported that Canadian travellers to the US who plan to stay there for 30+ days will have to register with the government on the USCIS webpage, but Canadians will NOT have to fingerprinted. Stay tuned for more information.
#Canada #USA #travel #law
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Canadians exempted from fingerprinting for U.S. travel under new Homeland Security rules | CBC News
Canadian travellers to the U.S. will be exempt from new fingerprinting requirements imposed on all other foreign nationals, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
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March 13, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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From Andy Semotiuk's latest in @forbes.com: "The latest shift in Trump’s immigration policy has triggered a humanitarian crisis."
#USA #immigration
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Trump Immigration Policy Ending Protection For 1.8 Million Immigrants
Trump immigration policy poses a threat to some 1.8 million migrants, sparking legal, economic and humanitarian concerns.Here's what is at stake and who is affected.
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March 7, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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Check back for further announcements: "IRCC intends to create a pathway that would offer opportunities for undocumented migrants in the construction sector."
#Canada #immigration #housing #law #construction
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Canada takes action to support housing with new immigration measures
Immigration is essential to our country’s economic success and growth. To meet the growing demand for housing, Canada needs a strong construction and skilled trades workforce, and immigrants play a vi...
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March 7, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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From Pace lawyer Andy Semotiuk in Forbes: "The Gold Card proposal is emblematic of Trump’s governing style—headline-grabbing, disruptive, and legally tenuous. However, without Congressional approval, it remains more of a political talking point than a viable policy."
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U.S. Citizenship Route Offered By Trump’s Gold Card Proposal
Congress Controls U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Policy. The president can influence immigration enforcement, but he alone cannot change citizenship or immigration.
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February 27, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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There is an online petition calling for Elon Musk to have his Canadian citizenship revoked. Could it happen? No. Michael O'Rourke explains why in this article.
#Canada #Trump #Musk #immigration #law
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No, Elon Musk Cannot Lose His Canadian Citizenship
There is a petition making the rounds which calls for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to strip Elon Musk of his Canadian citizenship. Musk is a triple citizen of Canada, South Africa, and the U...
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February 25, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Pace lawyer Rachel Brown: "Always a great day when I can tell clients that their passports have arrived. The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Program gives visa-free travel in 140+ countries, including the UK and the Schengen Area. Contact us to learn more."
February 17, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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From Andy Semotiuk's latest in Forbes: "Canada’s immigration and citizenship laws have long shaped the nation’s demographic and cultural fabric. Yet, many people living in or outside #Canada may not realize they are, in fact, Canadian citizens."
#law #immigration
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Canadian Citizenship: You Might Already Qualify—Here’s How
You could be entitled to Canadian citizenship. Here's how to check to see if you are. If not, here's how to see if you are eligible to apply and how to get it.
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February 11, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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The E-1 Treaty Trader visa is a great option for people who do business with the US and wish to live and work in the United States. Pace lawyer Michael O'Rourke explains.
#immigration #business #E1 #treaty #trade #law
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E-1 Treaty Trader Visa - Live and Work in the United States
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February 11, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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From @ASemotiuk in @forbes.com: "The escalating trade dispute could lead to a particularly alarming and unforeseen development: the potential cancellation of work visas held by Canadians and Mexicans under the USMCA. "
#USA #Canada #trade #Trump #immigration
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USMCA Work Visa Immigrants Threatened By Growing U.S.-Canada Tariffs
The U.S.-Canada trade war could threaten USMCA work visa holders in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Here are the details.
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February 3, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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"Newcomers are expected to learn the French language, enrich Quebec culture and 'participate fully, in French, in Quebec society.' It also says Quebecers have a duty to collaborate in welcoming people from different backgrounds and foster integration."
#immigration
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What’s in the integration bill tabled by Quebec’s immigration minister?
The Quebec government has tabled legislation that would modify the provincial charter of rights to state that the exercise of individual rights must comply with the province’s model for integrating im...
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January 31, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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Pace Lawyer Michael O'Rourke: "Very disappointing. Temporary Protected Status helps people who cannot return home safely. No doubt many desperate people seeking relief will now end up back at the southern border of the United States."
#USA #immigration
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Trump administration revokes deportation protections for 600,000 Venezuelans
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Wednesday that the Trump administration has revoked a decision that would have protected roughly 600,000 people from Venezuela from deportation, putting so...
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January 30, 2025 at 1:35 AM
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Does the US distinguish between those who enter the country illegally vs. those who enter legally but overstay their visa?Pace lawyer Michael O'Rourke has the answers.
#USA #immigration #law
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Deportation Concerns: Illegal Entry vs Overstay
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January 28, 2025 at 11:02 PM