JSR BLOG

Insights, updates, and guidance.

General articles on Canadian immigration pathways, paralegal matters, document requirements, and recent IRCC and Ontario tribunal updates — written from active case experience by Jugraj Singh Randhawa.

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Could Two Words in Your Job Contract Cost You Thousands? Ontario's Termination-Clause Showdown
Employment June 9, 2026

Could Two Words in Your Job Contract Cost You Thousands? Ontario's Termination-Clause Showdown

Ontario's top court just heard the 'at any time' termination-clause appeals. Whether your contract clause holds up can decide if you get weeks or months of pay.

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Canada to Fast-Track Work Permits for AI Professionals: What the New Stream Could Mean
Work Permits June 8, 2026

Canada to Fast-Track Work Permits for AI Professionals: What the New Stream Could Mean

Canada announced a plan on June 4, 2026 to issue work permits to AI professionals in 20 days or less through the Global Talent Stream. Here's what's known so far.

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Bill 105 and Your WSIB Claim: Ontario's 2026 Worker Benefit Changes Explained
WSIB June 8, 2026

Bill 105 and Your WSIB Claim: Ontario's 2026 Worker Benefit Changes Explained

Ontario's proposed Bill 105 would raise WSIB loss-of-earnings benefits to 90% and extend coverage to thousands of care workers. Here's what it means.

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CRA One-Time GST/HST Payment: What Is It Called and Who Gets It?
Tax Credits & Benefits June 7, 2026

CRA One-Time GST/HST Payment: What Is It Called and Who Gets It?

Confused by a recent CRA one-time payment? Here is what the June 2026 GST/HST top-up is called, who generally qualifies, and what to check if it did not arrive.

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Small Claims Court Now Covers Up to $50,000 in Ontario: What It Means for You
Small Claims Court June 7, 2026

Small Claims Court Now Covers Up to $50,000 in Ontario: What It Means for You

Ontario raised the Small Claims Court limit from $35,000 to $50,000 on October 1, 2025. Here's what the change means for everyday disputes.

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Quebec's Family Sponsorship Window Closes June 25, 2026: What Happens Next
Family Sponsorship June 7, 2026

Quebec's Family Sponsorship Window Closes June 25, 2026: What Happens Next

Quebec's two-year cap on family sponsorship applications ends June 25, 2026. Here is what the deadline means and what families should watch for next.

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Newfoundland and Labrador Joins Canada's Rural Work-Permit Measures on June 11, 2026
Work Permits June 6, 2026

Newfoundland and Labrador Joins Canada's Rural Work-Permit Measures on June 11, 2026

Newfoundland and Labrador adopts Canada's temporary rural TFW measures on June 11, 2026 — a 15% low-wage cap for rural employers. Here's what it means.

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The Ontario Trillium Benefit: Who Qualifies and Why Filing Now Matters
Tax Credits & Benefits June 6, 2026

The Ontario Trillium Benefit: Who Qualifies and Why Filing Now Matters

The OTB rolls three Ontario credits into one monthly payment. Filing your 2025 return now keeps the cheques coming from July 2026.

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Canada launches AI for All: what it means for workers, SMEs and immigrants
Canadian AI Policy June 5, 2026

Canada launches AI for All: what it means for workers, SMEs and immigrants

Canada launched AI for All with a five-year plan to lift AI adoption, build sovereign infrastructure, and strengthen trust, safety and jobs. This post breaks down what is announced today and what is still up for implementation.

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IRCC Processing Times: The June 2026 Update and What It Means for Your Application
Immigration News June 5, 2026

IRCC Processing Times: The June 2026 Update and What It Means for Your Application

IRCC's June 3, 2026 processing-time update shows big swings: super visas faster, citizenship and spousal sponsorship slower. Here's how to read the numbers.

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