Lexpert recently published a concise, informative article on the topic—and our lawyers at Heron Law Offices were honoured to be interviewed and share their insights.
Caitlyn Waterhouse joins us as a Legal Intern, bringing a strong background in policy research and community engagement; a recent recipient of the McCall MacBain Regional Award, she will be starting law school this September.
Starting April 11, 2025, Canadians staying in the U.S. for over 30 days must register with DHS or face fines up to $5,000. Learn who needs to register, exemptions, and how this impacts Canadian travelers.
On 27 February 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced changes to the Express Entry system, introducing new category-based draws to address long-term labour shortages in key sectors.
We are thrilled to welcome back Edris Arib to Heron Law Offices as our Director of Case Management and Client Strategy! After pursuing his PhD studies, Edris returns with even deeper expertise in law and public policy. As a co-founder of our firm, his leadership, experience, and dedication to client advocacy will further strengthen our team. Welcome back, Edris!
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Heron was proud to have been named a finalist for the following awards:
Canadian Law Awards Pro Bono Initiative of the Year (2022) finalist for Indigenous Name Reclamation Project
Clio Reisman Award (2022) finalist for Best New Law Firm among North American entrants.
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