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BorderlinesA podcast for the discussion of immigration law a Author: Steven Meurrens and Deanna Okun-Nachoff
A podcast for the discussion of Canadian immigration law and policy, although we often delve into other topics. Each episode features 2-3 lawyers, academics, politicians, and stakeholders discussing current migration issues.Hosted by Steven Meurrens and Deanna Okun-Nachoff, two immigration lawyers in Vancouver, British Columbia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: News Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#195 - 2026 Predictions for Canadian Immigration Law
Monday, 12 January, 2026
The first Borderlines episode of 2026 is our annual recap + predictions roundtable with Ottawa immigration lawyer Tamara Mosher-Kuczer. We look back at what actually happened in 2025, what surprised us most, and what 2026 might bring.Timestamps / Chapters0:52 Looking back: how many predictions were right last year?14:40 2026 predictions39:46 Listener question: What will happen with caregivers? 42:28 Listener prediction: Turning asylum into a temporary pathway46:11 Listener question: Trades vs. Francophones52:12 Listner question: LMIA exemptions / significant benefit work permits—any expansion?57:56 Will Canada's population increase or decrease in 2026? Subscribe for weekly immigration law breakdowns and policy updates, and tell us: What’s your boldest 2026 immigration prediction? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.











