The boys sprint in white and yellow uniforms down the green turf, grunting and sweating as the coach shouts from the sidelines. “Búscalo, búscalo,” he yells in Spanish, urging the players to sprint for the ball. “Umusitari!” comes a voice on the sidelines — run down the line — from […]
Daily Archives: May 19, 2017
Trump Administration Issues Congressional Notice of Intention to Renegotiate NAFTA
19 May
by Foster, on Immigration Updates
On Thursday, May 18, 2017, the Trump Administration issued official notice to Congress of its intention to begin renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) on behalf of the United States with the other member countries of Canada and Mexico. This ninety (90) days’ written notice is required […]
Australia – Training Benchmark Requirement Eliminated in Favor of Increased Training Fund Contribution Fees, Effective March 2018
19 May
by Foster, on Immigration Updates
The Australian Government has confirmed that it will establish a “Skilling Australians Fund” by March 2018 that will replace the current training benchmarks scheme for Standard Business Sponsors. This fund is intended to support the new Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa category, which will also begin in March 2018. Under […]
CANADA – Changes to Entry Requirements and Dependent Eligibility
19 May
by Foster, on Immigration Updates
Canada has recently announced several changes to entry requirements for certain nationalities and changes to sponsorship rules for dependents. Visa Requirements Amended for Citizens of Romania, Bulgaria, and Brazil Beginning on May 1, 2017, citizens of Romania, Bulgaria, and Brazil may travel to Canada by air without a visa for […]