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Our lawyers lend their expertise and knowledge in the blog posts below. They will keep you up to date and informed on the latest news and information centered around legal matters close to home and across the country.
Legal Podcast Episodes
How to Protect Your Business When Creditors Come Knocking
April 24, 2026 Facing creditor pressure, demand letters, or forbearance agreements? FH&P Lawyers shares debtor strategies for businesses, from secured debt and receivership to protecting corporate liability before signing…
U.S. Immigration: What Canadians Need to Know Right Now
March 27, 2026 FH&P Lawyers explains U.S. immigration issues for Canadians, including admissibility, entry waivers, criminal record concerns, cross-border work, dual citizenship, and U.S. tax obligations.
Canadian Immigration 2026: The New Reality of Backlogs and AI Decisions
March 24, 2026 FH&P Lawyers explains judicial review, IRCC refusals, immigration delays, and status issues in Canada, including what applicants can do after a denied work permit, sponsorship, or deportation order.
Legal Articles
Canada Announces More Changes to Temporary Resident Programs Affecting International Students and Temporary Foreign Workers
October 03, 2024 New immigration measures include reduced study permit intake and stricter work permit eligibility for spouses, aiming to address unemployment and labour market needs.
Claiming Convention Refugee Status in Canada – A Case Summary
February 28, 2024 A person can seek "Convention Refugee" status in Canada if they are afraid of persecution in their home country due to their race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group or political…
Mediation: Down To The Nitty-Gritty
February 23, 2024 Alternative Dispute Resolution with FH&P Lawyers LLP, 'Rooted in Community, Ready to Help.' Discover expert insights from Wendy Cheung on effective negotiation and arbitration strategies for conflict resolution.…
Alternative Corporate Dispute Resolution: What is it? Is it right for me?
February 16, 2024 Dive into FH&P Lawyers LLP's guide on Alternative Dispute Resolution, 'Rooted in Community, Ready to Help.' Our latest piece by Wendy Cheung illuminates effective, client-centred mediation and arbitration…
How Startups Can Use EBC Tax Credits to Raise Money
February 15, 2024 Maximize investor interest in your BC tech startup with the Eligible Business Corporation (EBC) tax credit program. Offering a substantial 30% tax credit to investors, this program is designed to enhance…
Guidelines to Best Practices for BC Family Lawyers and Clients in Family Law Matters
February 09, 2024 In BC family law, best practices focus on civility and honesty, with a significant emphasis on constructive advocacy in resolving sensitive matters like divorce and child custody. Lawyers are advised to…
Prioritizing Children in your Spring Break Planning- Building Positive Memories and Co-parenting Relationships
February 02, 2024 The blog guides parents in separated or divorced families on handling Spring Break, focusing on child-centric planning, effective co-parenting, and conflict reduction. It underscores maintaining traditions…
First Express Entry Draw of 2024
January 16, 2024 The January 2024 Express Entry draw in Canada issued 1,510 invitations with a 546 CRS score, targeting professionals under programs like the Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal…
Starting From Scratch: A Beginner’s Guide For An Aspiring Entrepreneur
January 05, 2024 Explore the basics of Canadian Business Law with our straightforward guide, perfect for new entrepreneurs and small business owners. Delve into fundamental topics including choosing between sole proprietorship,…
