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Rick provides strategic guidance to corporate clients on a wide array of Canadian immigration matters. His practice encompasses applications via the Intracompany Transfer category, the USMCA/CUSMA and other free trade agreements, Labor Market Impact Assessments, as well as permanent residence.

More broadly, Rick also regularly advises on issues of corporate immigration compliance and inadmissibility issues. Rick’s in-depth understanding of Canadian immigration law and policy makes him a trusted advisor to organizations navigating complex immigration challenges.

With experience spanning industries such as information technology, manufacturing, oil and gas, finance and professional services, Rick offers tailored solutions that align with his clients’ strategic goals. He works closely with officials at inland processing centers, Canadian ports of entry and consulates, as well as high commissions and embassies worldwide, to facilitate smooth immigration outcomes for his clients.

Rick is also a sought-after speaker on Canadian immigration issues, having presented at notable forums such as the Canadian Employee Relocation Council, the American Chamber of Commerce – Canadian Chapter, NetExpat, The Ontario Chamber of Commerce, the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law and Bishop’s University.

In addition to his professional work, Rick is passionate about supporting international students. He volunteers at Bishop’s University, using his experience to assist foreign student athletes with immigration matters, including eligibility requirements and pathways to Canadian permanent residence.

Rick speaks English and is conversant in French.

Rick is also a sought-after speaker on Canadian immigration issues, having presented at notable forums such as the Canadian Employee Relocation Council, the American Chamber of Commerce – Canadian Chapter, NetExpat, The Ontario Chamber of Commerce, the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law and Bishop’s University.

In addition to his professional work, Rick is passionate about supporting international students. He volunteers at Bishop’s University, using his experience to assist foreign student athletes with immigration matters, including eligibility requirements and pathways to Canadian permanent residence.

Rick speaks English and is conversant in French.

Education

  • University of Western Ontario, LL.B., 2005
  • Bishop's University, B.A., with distinction , 2002

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Admissions

Bar Admissions: Ontario; Alberta

Professional accomplishments

Immigration Credentials: Certified Specialist in Canadian Citizenship and Immigration Law by the Law Society of Ontario

Member, Canadian Bar Association, Citizenship and Immigration Section

Board Member, Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association

Member, Law Society of Ontario

Member, Law Society of Alberta

Member, International Legal Honor Society of Phi Delta Phi

Former Executive Member, Ontario Bar Association

Former Adjunct Professor and Lecturer, Corporate Immigration Law Course (3L), University of Ottawa Faculty of Law

Publications and lectures

Quoted, “Ford and other premiers want provincial work permits for refugee claimants. It may not solve anything.” Toronto Star, 25 July 2025.

Speaker, “Passports & Pitch Side: Footballers on the Move (Part2).” FragomenFC: Passport to North America 2026, Podcast, 23 May 2025.

Speaker, “Navigating Uncertainty - Canada/US Immigration: The Latest Insights.” HRPA, Webinar, 21 May 2025.

Speaker, “Passports & Pitch Side: Footballers on the Move (Part 1).” FragomenFC: Passport to North America 2026, Podcast, 2 May 2025.

Quoted, “Carney inherits an immigration system that’s losing public support. Here’s how experts say he can fix it.” Toronto Star, 1 May 2025.

Speaker, “Navigating Uncertainty - Canada / US immigration: The Latest Insights.” HRPA Human Resources Professionals Association, Webinar, 21 May 2025.

Speaker, “Bay Area Breakfast Briefing: Fragomen and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.” Fragomen, San Jose, CA, 4 March 2025.

Speaker, “2025 Canadian Immigration Update.” Fragomen, Webinar, 12 February 2025.

Speaker, “Canada Slashes Thousands of Immigration Jobs.” CTV Your Morning, 22 January 2025.

Quoted, “Canada’s immigration department cutting 3,300 jobs, prompting concerns over backlogs and processing times.” Toronto Star, 20 January 2025.

Speaker, “Paris Playbook: Immigration Wins and Lessons from the 2024 Olympics” FragomenFC: Passport to North America 2026, Podcast, 22 October 2024.

Speaker, “At the Copa, the Copa America, Part 2.” FragomenFC: Passport to North America 2026, Podcast, 23 May 2024.

Speaker, “At the Copa, the Copa America, Part 1.” FragomenFC: Passport to North America 2026, Podcast, 15 May 2024.

Speaker, “World Cup Match Schedule Release.” FragomenFC: Passport to North America 2026, Podcast, 16 February 2024.

Speaker, “From Qatar to North America - The Handoff.” #FragomenFC: Passport to North America 2026, Podcast, 22 January 2024.

Speaker, “Hot Topics – Forecasting Economic, Real Estate and Immigration Trends for 2023.” Canadian Employee Relocation Council, Toronto, Canada, 27 April 2023.

Quoted, “How age is a big factor for immigration applicants to Canada.” CTV News, 25 September 2022.

Quoted, “'Our lives have come to a screeching halt': Canada's immigration backlog reaches 2.4M.” CTV News, 17 June 2022.

Author, “Leveraging Foreign Talent for Your Business.” Mississauga Board of Trade Connect Quarterly Magazine, Volume 17, Issue 2, Pages 38-29, 4 April 2022.

Speaker, “Canadian Immigration Information Session for Foreign Students.” Bishop’s University, Quebec, 2020.

Speaker, “Impacts of COVID-19 on Canadian Immigration.” Ontario Chamber of Commerce, Ontario, 2020.

Speaker, “The State of North American Immigration in the age of the Pandemic.” American Chamber of Commerce – Canada Chapter, 2020.

Speaker, “Canadian Immigration Outlook for 2020.” NetExpat – Global HR Think Tank, 2019.

Speaker, “International agreements in the Canadian immigration context.” Canadian Employment Relocation Council, Alberta, Canada, 2019.

Invited Guest, “Engagement session and consultations.” Alberta Advantage Immigration Strategy, Alberta, Canada, 2019.

Speaker, “Best practices for immigration compliance inspections.” Canadian Employment Relocation Council, Alberta, Canada, 2018.

Author, “Is your organization prepared for an immigration compliance audit?” Toronto Region Board of Trade’s OnBoard Magazine, Spring 2015.

Panelist, “Cross-border business travel.” American Immigration Lawyers Association Ohio/Michigan Chapter, Toledo, Ohio, 2014.

Guest Lecturer, “Corporate Immigration Law.” University of Ottawa Faculty of Law, Ottawa, Canada, 2007-2011.

Co-author and co-editor, Canada Business Immigration Manual, 2011/2012.

Speaker, “The PNP program across the Prairies.” Canadian Migration Institute, Toronto, Canada, 2011.

Rick’s insights

July 25, 2025 | Media mentions

Toronto Star: Ford and Other Premiers Want Provincial Work Permits for Refugee Claimants. It May Not Solve AnythingRead more

July 25, 2025 | Video

Transfer Tactics & Talent Pipelines – The UK Angle with Alex Hood ⚽ | #FragomenFC - Ep. 10Read more

June 11, 2025 | Video

European Club Season Wrap Up & Looking Forward to the 2025 Club World Cup - Episode 9 | #FragomenFCRead more
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July 25, 2025 | Media mentions

Toronto Star: Ford and Other Premiers Want Provincial Work Permits for Refugee Claimants. It May Not Solve AnythingRead more

July 25, 2025 | Video

Transfer Tactics & Talent Pipelines – The UK Angle with Alex Hood ⚽ | #FragomenFC - Ep. 10Read more

June 11, 2025 | Video

European Club Season Wrap Up & Looking Forward to the 2025 Club World Cup - Episode 9 | #FragomenFCRead more
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July 25, 2025 | Media mentions

Toronto Star: Ford and Other Premiers Want Provincial Work Permits for Refugee Claimants. It May Not Solve AnythingRead more

July 25, 2025 | Video

Transfer Tactics & Talent Pipelines – The UK Angle with Alex Hood ⚽ | #FragomenFC - Ep. 10Read more

June 11, 2025 | Video

European Club Season Wrap Up & Looking Forward to the 2025 Club World Cup - Episode 9 | #FragomenFCRead more
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July 25, 2025 | Media mentions

Toronto Star: Ford and Other Premiers Want Provincial Work Permits for Refugee Claimants. It May Not Solve AnythingRead more

July 25, 2025 | Video

Transfer Tactics & Talent Pipelines – The UK Angle with Alex Hood ⚽ | #FragomenFC - Ep. 10Read more

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Rick’s insights

July 25, 2025 | Media mentions

Toronto Star: Ford and Other Premiers Want Provincial Work Permits for Refugee Claimants. It May Not Solve AnythingRead more

July 25, 2025 | Video

Transfer Tactics & Talent Pipelines – The UK Angle with Alex Hood ⚽ | #FragomenFC - Ep. 10Read more

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European Club Season Wrap Up & Looking Forward to the 2025 Club World Cup - Episode 9 | #FragomenFCRead more
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Rick’s insights

July 25, 2025 | Media mentions

Toronto Star: Ford and Other Premiers Want Provincial Work Permits for Refugee Claimants. It May Not Solve AnythingRead more

July 25, 2025 | Video

Transfer Tactics & Talent Pipelines – The UK Angle with Alex Hood ⚽ | #FragomenFC - Ep. 10Read more

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