Led by Brian Tsuji, Tsuji Law Group has a niche focus on advising Japan related multinational companies, in addition to large Canadian corporations. With in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing, education and transport sectors, the firm is well-versed in providing tailored immigration solutions.

Preeminent in the Canadian business immigration space, Green and Spiegel LLP is a boutique firm that has a longstanding reputation for assisting both large multinational corporations and smaller business in processing all types of work permits. In addition, the group’s stellar client base includes a number of professional sports leagues, AI companies and non-profit organisations. The team is led by a capable duo: Evan Green handles US immigration matters, whilst Stephen Green is a key contact for clients requiring a federal start-up visa, in addition to applying for permanent residence and complex citizenship applications. Shoshana Green is a name to note for litigation matters, and Peter Salerno is another key member of the team. All lawyers mentioned work in Toronto.

The business immigration practice at Dentons comfortably handles the full array of matters across Canada and the US, including intra-company transfers, work permits, and applications for professionals and business visitors. The team is led by Henry J. Chang in Toronto, and Helen Park in Vancouver: Chang excels in securing work permits for specialized roles, whilst Park has notable specialism for handling large volumes of immigration work across the entertainment and construction industries. Vancouver-based Denise Alba is a key contact at an associate level, with a key focus on securing work permits, permanent residence and business visitor status.

Working in tandem with the firm’s employment, cross-border tax and business groups, the business immigration team at Gowling WLG provides a full range of mobility advice to clients. This includes corporate employee transfer applications, advising start-up companies and managing large immigration portfolios. The team is led by Andrew Bratt in Toronto and Bill MacGregor in Kitchener. MacGregor is an authority on developing immigration and work permit strategies, providing counsel on compliance matters and obtaining LMIAs. Leading the group’s western Canadian immigration practice, Krista Schofer stands out for her work in developing strategies to manage global workforces and cross-border travel.

McCarthy Tétrault maintains a strong position in the market for business immigration, with expertise in international mobility issues and a well-established litigation practice. Stéphane Duval spearheads the group from the firm's Toronto and Montreal offices, displaying in-depth knowledge of labour market impact assessments and compliance. Chantal Arsenault has established experience working with clients across Canada and the United States, and is actively involved in advising on legislative and policy changes. Another key member of the team is Julie Resetarits, who excels at handling immigration issues during M&As. Amy Dupuis-Sène is a name to note for clients in the healthcare, tech and construction industries. Unless noted, all lawyers mentioned work out of the Montreal office.

Based in Montreal, the business immigration team at BCF Business Law has a proven track record for assisting clients with acquiring, mobilizing and retaining talent, both in Quebec and internationally. At the helm of the practice, Julie Lessard has extensive experience of developing immigration strategies for multinationals, small- and medium-sized businesses and several Fortune 500 companies. Another standout member of the team is Elsa Agostinho, who counsels clients on immigration matters during major transactions. Sophia Khanzadian is a name to note for companies in the engineering, pharmaceuticals and aerospace sectors.

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP is home to a team of business immigration specialists at BLG Beyond Immigration. The group is led by Brian Dingle in Toronto, and senior counsel Valérie Marcas in Montreal. Dingle assists clients in both the public and private sectors with the transfer and integration of international talent, including securing work permits and ensuring compliance. Marcas focuses her practice on Quebec’s unique immigration framework, and facilitates both temporary and permanent residency applications. Brian Portas is another key member of the team.

Business immigration boutique Galileo Partners Lawyers is geared to support on obtaining work permits for new foreign workers, renewals and transitions to permanent residence. Based in Montreal, the group is headed by four partners: Jean-Philippe Brunet, who handles the files of senior executives and specialised foreign workers; Audrey Anne Chouinard, who assists clients in navigating Canadian immigration regulations; Nicolas Simard-Lafontaine, a name to note for clients in the construction and infrastructure sectors; and Francis Grignet. Marc-Alexis Laroche supports clients in the mining and tech industries.