Healthcare systems across the United States continue to experience major staffing shortages, affecting hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, rural health centers, and emergency departments. Retirements, burnout, training limitations, and uneven distribution of providers are driving a nationwide workforce crisis. Immigration policy now plays an increasingly important role in determining how quickly health...
Sudbury RCIP: A New Pathway to Permanent Residence in Rural Ontario
Canada continues to expand local immigration initiatives to help smaller communities address labor shortages and support long-term population growth. One of the newest pathways is the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), and Greater Sudbury, Ontario, is among the communities selected to participate.
For skilled workers who are open to...
USCIS Moves Forward With the New Gold Card Program: Form I-140G Submitted for Federal Review
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has taken another major step toward launching the new Gold Card Program, a permanent residence pathway created under Executive Order 14351 issued in September 2025. According to recent filings, USCIS has submitted Form I-140G to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for formal approval.
Planning to Attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States? Here’s What International Travelers Need to Know About U.S. Visa Requirements
The United States will host the FIFA World Cup 2026 across multiple cities, making it one of the largest global sporting events ever held in North America. With millions of international visitors expected, travelers should start preparing early—especially when it comes to U.S. visa and entry procedures.
The U.S....
Ending Employment for H-1B, H-1B1, and E-3 Workers: What Employers Must Do to Avoid Ongoing Wage Liability
When a U.S. employer ends the employment of a foreign worker in H-1B, H-1B1, or E-3 status, the process must be handled carefully. Unlike most work categories, these visa classifications come with specific compliance steps that must be completed to end the employer’s legal and wage obligations.
If those...
Bringing Family to the U.S. from Canada: A Quick Guide for Florida Snowbirds
Many Canadians who spend time in Florida eventually want to bring close family members with them — whether for short visits, extended stays, or potential long-term plans. Understanding how U.S. immigration rules apply to spouses, children, and other relatives is important, especially for snowbirds who travel frequently between Canada and the United...
Can You Get a Marriage-Based Green Card If You and Your Spouse Live in Different States?
A common question that arises for couples navigating the U.S. immigration process is whether it’s possible to get a marriage-based green card when the spouses live in different states. The answer is yes, it is possible — but the situation often requires extra care, detailed documentation, and a clear explanation to U.S. Citizenship...
When a Child Ages Out Before the Family’s Immigrant Visa: Understanding CSPA Options
Few immigration situations are more heartbreaking than when a family finally receives immigrant visa approvals—only to discover that their child has “aged out” and is no longer eligible to immigrate with them. Unfortunately, this issue is common in long-pending green card cases, where years—or even decades—may pass between filing and final approval.
USCIS Announces FY 2026 Inflation Fee Increases for Asylum, TPS, and Parole-Related Applications
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released its annual inflation-based adjustments for several immigration filing fees that fall under H.R. 1. These updated fees reflect inflation changes from July 2024 to July 2025 and will apply to qualifying applications postmarked on or after January 1, 2026.
While most...
Important Update for EB-5 Investors: Lower Fees Restored and New DHS Fee Proposal on the Horizon
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is undergoing another round of significant fee changes — one that immediately benefits investors and another that could reshape filing costs in late 2025. A recent federal court ruling returned several EB-5 filing fees to their pre-April 2024 levels, providing meaningful cost relief. At the same time, the...
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