Guberman//Appleby Immigration Update: September Recap
Welcome to the Guberman // Appleby Immigration Update. We hope you find the information provided relevant to your immigration needs. Our objective is to highlight recent updates in immigration that are of interest to our readers.
Today’s topic:
September 2026 Immigration and Firm News Recap
In this update, we summarize the key Canadian and US immigration and firm news developments from September 2026.
Joel S. Guberman and Lainie M. Appleby Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada 2027
We are proud to announce that both of our partners have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ for Immigration Law in Toronto. Joel has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2006, and Lainie has been recognized since 2019. Best Lawyers has used a peer-review methodology to identify recognized lawyers for more than four decades.
Recognition of Joel and Lainie in the 2027 edition is an honour for our firm and reinforces our commitment to helping clients approach important immigration decisions with experienced, strategic legal guidance.
Canada Investment Summit 2026 – Do Not Overlook Immigration Implications
The Canada Investment Summit took place in Toronto, Ontario on September 14 and 15, 2026, hosted by the Prime Minister of Canada in partnership with CPP Investments and PSP Investments with the goal of encouraging $1 trillion in investment in the next five years. For companies looking to invest, immigration matters such as business visitor limitations, work permit options, and strategic immigration planning must be part of the process from the beginning. Our lawyers are always available to discuss the specific needs of your business as you consider investing in Canada.
Welcoming Ginger Devaney, US Immigration Attorney
Ginger Devaney has joined Guberman // Appleby Immigration Lawyers as a US immigration attorney. She is licensed to practise law in Illinois and is registered as a Foreign Legal Consultant with the Law Society of Ontario. She previously worked at US Citizenship and Immigration Services, giving her an understanding of the process from the inside. Ginger’s arrival strengthens our US practice and brings another voice and new perspective to US-Canada immigration issues.
Express Entry Draws September
IRCC conducted eight Express Entry draws during the month of September. 6,000 invitations were sent for the Canadian Experience Class with the minimum Comprehensive Ranking Score (CRS) for each draw ranging from 518 to 521. Category-based invitations were also issued for the Trade Occupations category (minimum CRS of 476), the Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience category (minimum CRS of 389), the Healthcare and Social Services Occupations category (minimum CRS of 475), and the Physicians with Canadian Work Experience category (minimum CRS of 198). Additionally there were 733 invitations issued to holders of provincial nominee certificates.
// CONTACT US
We welcome you to contact us directly to discuss the above. Please contact one of our Toronto immigration lawyers by reaching out to our general line 416 548 7100 or via email info@gaimmlaw.com. Our immigration lawyers are always available to discuss any of your specific Canadian or US immigration queries either virtually or in person. We look forward to hearing from you.
