Alexander Marino is quoted in The Guardian article:“‘I don’t want to be part of a dictatorship’: the Americans queueing up to renounce their citizenship”, April 28, 2026.
Alexander Marino was a guest on the “This is Ottawa” CBC podcast episode titled ‘I feel alienated from my U.S. identity’ on March 23, 2026.
Alexander Marino was interviewed for the CBC news story “Dual citizens weigh Trump, taxes in decision to renounce US citizenship” on March 23, 2026.
Kim GC Moody was a guest on The Current with Matt Galloway on CBC Radio, on September 22, 2025 discussing “Why can’t you get a CRA agent on the line?”
Alexander Marino appeared on CONNECT With Sarah Crosbie on Corus Radio on September 16, 2025, to discuss “Are YOU an Accidental American?”
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Special Changes to Canadian Immigration Policies in Light of COVID-19
Today, Prime Minister Trudeau announced several major measures being taken to help slow and combat the COVID-19 virus pandemic in Canada.
Calm Leadership
The past month or so – and in particular the last week – all of us have experienced some very wild changes, volatility and surprises. With respect to COVID-19, we’ve unfortunately witnessed some of the selfish sides of society with greed, hoarding and irrational behaviour.
Be Greedy (In Tax) When Others Are Fearful: Triggering Losses and Estate (re)Freezes
These days, it is hard to miss the scary stock market headlines: “The Dow has crashed into a bear market”, “Historical market freefall!”, “Covid-19 shuts down market!” and so on. On top of these market troubles, our local Alberta economy has suffered a prolonged downturn since 2014.
Reporting Relief for US Citizens Residing in Canada
Complying with US tax reporting is often a complex and time-consuming process for US persons living abroad. For US persons living in Canada, navigating US tax issues is even more complex because many common Canadian investment plans and Registered Disability Savings Plans are classified as foreign trusts for US purposes, and require annual disclosure.
Who may a US Citizen or Permanent Resident sponsor for a Green Card?
Our immigration practice group frequently receives inquiries from current and prospective clients regarding their options for family-based…
Impact of the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in Vavilov on Tests to be Applied in Judicial Reviews of Administrative Decisions
On December 19, 2019, the Supreme Court of Canada delivered its reasons for judgement in Canada (Minister…
Alexander Marino is quoted in The Guardian article:“‘I don’t want to be part of a dictatorship’: the Americans queueing up to renounce their citizenship”, April 28, 2026.
Alexander Marino was a guest on the “This is Ottawa” CBC podcast episode titled ‘I feel alienated from my U.S. identity’ on March 23, 2026.
Alexander Marino was interviewed for the CBC news story “Dual citizens weigh Trump, taxes in decision to renounce US citizenship” on March 23, 2026.
Kim GC Moody was a guest on The Current with Matt Galloway on CBC Radio, on September 22, 2025 discussing “Why can’t you get a CRA agent on the line?”
Alexander Marino appeared on CONNECT With Sarah Crosbie on Corus Radio on September 16, 2025, to discuss “Are YOU an Accidental American?”
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