Canadian Immigration Podcast

130: Business Immigration Series: Canada Chile Free Trade Agreement


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Title: Navigating Work Permit Options Under the Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement

Host: Mark Holthe

Guest: Alicia Backman-Beharry

Introduction:

  • Mark Holthe welcomes listeners to the podcast and introduces the topic of free trade agreements, specifically focusing on the Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement.
  • Alicia provides insights on the status and history of the agreement, highlighting its importance and recent updates.
  • Key Points:

    1. Historical Context: Alicia discusses the Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement as Canada's first with a South American country, established in 1997 and modernized in 2019 to include a chapter on trade and gender.

    2. Trade and Gender: The modernized agreement includes progressive steps like a chapter on trade and gender, focusing on cooperation between parties to support women entrepreneurs and women in SMEs.

    3. Chile's Progressive Moves: Discussion on Chile’s progressive nature and its ongoing negotiations with other international trade agreements.

    4. Eligibility and Work Permits:

      • Details on who is eligible for work permits under the Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement.
      • Comparison with other existing trade agreements and work permit programs.
      • Professional Category Nuances:

        • Alicia explains the specific nuances for professionals within the agreement, including education and licensing recognitions.
        • Application Process:

          • Guidance on the online application process for Chilean professionals, including the requirement for a visa and submission through the employer portal.
          • Representative Tips:

            • Mark and Alicia advise immigration practitioners on how to clearly outline the nature of the work permit and the associated exemption codes to avoid misunderstandings.
            • Sponsor: Joorney Business Plans - Specializing in preparing business plans for intercompany transfers under free trade agreements.

              Conclusion:

              • The hosts encourage listeners to send in future topics or participate in the podcast.
              • Contact Information:

                • To book a consultationhttps://www.holthelaw.com/consultation 
                • YouTube Channel: Canadian Immigration Institute
                • Endnote:

                  • Reminder for professionals to include biometric fees and allow time for biometrics upon arrival in Canada.
                  • Insights into the experiences of those navigating the immigration process without preparation.
                  • Remember to check out our sponsor, Joorney Business Plans, and use promo code HOLTHEJOORNEY10 for a discount on your first business plan.

                    Stay tuned for more episodes on our Business Immigration Series and reach out if you have topics to suggest or insights to share!

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