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BC Midwife Work Permit Denied: What This Case Reveals About IRCC and Canada’s Healthcare Crisis

Heron Law Firm April 1, 2026

A UK-trained midwife in British Columbia, who completed a program at University of British Columbia, was twice refused a Post-Graduation Work Permit and forced to leave Canada, raising broader concerns about how IRCC policies are being applied. Will Tao of Heron Law Offices, speaking to CityNews, noted that current decision-making trends may be exacerbating Canada’s healthcare workforce shortages.

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Immigration Backlogs and Federal Court Delays: A Growing Challenge for Canada

Heron Law Firm October 3, 2025

Heron Law Offices’ co-founder Will Tao joined the Jas Johal Show on Global News to discuss the surge of immigration cases overwhelming Canada’s Federal Court. With record backlogs, outdated systems, and growing reliance on automated refusals, Will highlights why delays are stretching to 18 months and what reforms Canada needs to restore fairness and efficiency.

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