Presenter/s: Ankita Goyal RCIC
Date: 15 November 2023
Time: 2 pm - 4:15 pm Pacific
Location: webinar
Type: webinar and recording
Price: $50.00
CPD approval:
- CICC 2 hours - 2 CPD hours approved. Video recording will expire 15 November 2024. Includes 20 minutes of professionalism.
- LSBC 2 hours - 2 CPD hours approved. Video recording will expire 31 December 2023. Attendance to this course will provide you with 20 minutes of ethics and professional responsibility component for your BC Law Society reporting.
- For Alberta lawyers, consider including this course as a CPD learning activity in your mandatory annual Continuing Professional Development Plan as required by the Law Society of Alberta.
This is the third in a series of seminars on International Students.
Outline:
In this seminar, we'll cover the essentials of:
- eligibility criteria, common mistakes, and precautions to take when applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
- comparison of the benefits of applying online versus flagpoling
- practical tips to ensure a successful application and
- common mistakes students make while applying for PGWP
- Professionalism
- Q & A
UPDATE - 22 January 2024
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/miller-cap-international-students-1.7090779
Competency mapping
RCIC
Foundational Knowledge
1.3 Interprets Canadian Immigration and refugee legislation, regulations and policies.
1.3.1 Interprets the relevant sections of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR), Citizenship Act, Citizenship Regulations.
1.4 Differentiates the principal categories and classes of temporary and permanent immigration.
1.4.2 Analyzes the requirements, procedures and limitations for each category and class of immigration.
Professionalism
6.1 Demonstrates and maintains competence in practice
6.1.2 Stays current and complies with legislation, regulation, professional standards, policies and guidelines.
Communication, Counselling and Advocacy
8.2 Uses effective counselling skills when interacting with the client.
8.2.4 Dynamically assesses and sorts through the information for importance and relevancy to the issues
RISIA
Foundational knowledge
1.3 Locates and interprets Canadian Immigration and refugee legislation, regulations and policies.
1.3.1 Interprets the relevant sections of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR)
1.4 Differentiates the principal categories and classes of temporary and permanent immigration, with greater focus on student class.
1.4.2 Shows familiarity with the requirements and limitations for each category and class of immigration.
Student Advising and Coaching
2.1 Conducts a preliminary assessment of the student's profile and needs to determine the appropriate approach to the case.
2.3 Coaches the student on how to obtain and maintain status as a visitor, student and worker
Professionalism
5.1 Demonstrates and maintains competence in practice
5.1.2 Stays current and complies with legislation, regulation, professional standards, policies and guidelines.
Speaker/s:
Ankita Goyal – Immigracia
Ankita is a dynamic and accomplished RCIC-IRB who holds a wealth of knowledge in the field of immigration law and policies. With a Masters Degree in Computer Science, a Masters Degree in Entrepreneurship (Valedictorian) from Panjab University and a Certificate in Immigration: Law, Policies, and Procedures (Valedictorian) from The University of British Columbia, Ankita has demonstrated an exceptional level of expertise and dedication to the field of immigration law.
Ankita's academic credentials are complemented by her vast professional experience, including her current role as an International Student and Scholar Advisor at the Northeastern University with a passion for empowering and supporting students from diverse cultural backgrounds. Her comprehensive knowledge of immigration regulations and government policies, enables her to provide invaluable guidance to international students throughout their educational journey. Ankita's dedication to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus environment, coupled with her expertise in assisting students with study permits, co-op planning, and cultural transition, makes her an indispensable asset to the university community. Through her commitment to student success and engagement, Ankita continues to make a lasting impact on the lives of international students, helping them thrive academically and personally.
Ankita's commitment to excellence and her passion for helping individuals and families achieve their immigration goals and her ability to analyze complex legal and regulatory issues, combined with her deep understanding of the intricacies of the immigration process, make her an invaluable asset to her clients. With her personalized approach to every case, Ankita has established herself as a trusted immigration consultant to her clients, helping them navigate the complexities of the immigration process with confidence and ease.
Ankita is a member of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC), the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB), a Commissioner for Taking Affidavits in British Columbia, and a licensed immigration consultant for the Province of Saskatchewan. Her commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is evident in every aspect of her work, and she is dedicated to advancing the rights and interests of all members of the immigration community. With her exceptional knowledge, experience, and dedication, Ankita is poised to continue making significant contributions to the field of immigration law for years to come.
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