Good fences may make good neighbors, but from an immigration point of view, the Canada/U.S. border can be a source of headaches for businesses on both sides of the border.

When a business has offices in both Canada and the U.S. and employees need to work in both countries, employees cannot bounce back and forth over the border without the proper work permits/visas. If a company wants to establish a new location in Canada or the U.S. and wants to bring key employees into the country to help set up the new business venture, proper work permits/visas are also critical.

This webinar will address the uniqueness of the Canada/U.S. border and provide practical solutions to common cross-border issues. Compliance with immigration laws in Canada and the U.S. is important for any business, whether it is a multinational company or a small business, if their workforce includes foreign nationals.

What you will learn:

• To identify when an individual is traveling to Canada/U.S. on business.
• To identify when an individual is traveling to Canada/U.S. for work.
• To understand the questions to ask to determine what type of work permit/visa is required.
• How to manage a great employee who has a criminal or medical inadmissibility issue.
• Options for temporary workers to transition to permanent ones.

Join renowned immigration lawyers Stephen Green and Evan Green of Green of Spiegel LLP for a practical and insightful session exploring the compliance complexities and strategic considerations of cross-border employment.

Register now to navigate the border with confidence—and compliance.

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1. Expert Insights: Join top immigration lawyers Stephen Green and Evan Green of Green and Spiegel LLP for an insider’s guide to the legal and strategic challenges of moving employees across the Canada/U.S. border.
2. Understanding Border Rules: Learn the critical difference between business travel and actual work—and why border agents care.
3. Identifying Risk Areas: Discover the most common mistakes employers make when transferring personnel and how to avoid delays, denials, or penalties.
4. Implementing Safe Practices: Get practical tools to determine the right visa, permit, or work authorization for various employment scenarios.
5. Avoiding Legal Pitfalls: Understand how to manage criminal or medical inadmissibility issues and how to transition temporary foreign workers to permanent status.
6. Live Q&A Opportunity: Bring your toughest cross-border questions—Stephen and Evan will answer them live during a dedicated Q&A session.
7. Supporting Resources: Access checklists and compliance guides to streamline cross-border hiring and ensure your documentation stands up to scrutiny.

1. HR Managers & Global Mobility Professionals
2. Immigration & Legal Advisors
3. Compliance Officers
4. Operations Leaders Overseeing International Teams
5. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Coordinators
6. C-Suite Executives in Expanding Companies
7. Payroll & Finance Personnel Involved in International Assignments
8. Anyone responsible for managing cross-border employment or immigration compliance

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