Publications
Chinook and the limits of automation in Canadian immigration decision-making
This article examines the Federal Court’s treatment of the Canadian immigration department’s Chinook system and its implications for immigration decision-making. It argues that while courts have accepted Chinook as an administrative support tool, they continue to require that decisions satisfy the fundamental administrative law requirements of reasonableness, transparency and procedural fairness.
Released on Jul 27, 2026
Will immigration rules in Nigeria become more or less restrictive?
In recent years, especially in the post-Covid-19 era, global immigration has become more restrictive. Is this the case in Nigeria?
Released on Jul 27, 2026
Portugal’s immigration bottleneck: labour mobility, AIMA delays and what employers should prepare for in 2026
Portugal remains an attractive destination for international talent and investment, but administrative delays and fragmented procedures continue to undermine predictability. This article examines the practical impact on workers and employers and sets out the steps organisations should take to manage immigration processes more effectively in 2026.
Released on Jul 27, 2026
Labour mobility in a fragmented world: the new reality of US immigration
This article examines how increasing uncertainty, heightened compliance obligations, and evolving enforcement priorities are reshaping US immigration and global labour mobility, requiring employers and foreign nationals to adopt more proactive immigration strategies. It also highlights the growing importance of family mobility, litigation and predictable immigration systems in attracting and retaining international talent.
Released on Jul 27, 2026