The Applicant Podcast

In this episode, I speak with Licensed Paralegal and past colleague of mine, Kendra Jolley. Kendra used to work in personal injury for a number of years but then decided to which gears and join the biotechnology company, Noblegen Inc (where I met her). She is now their IP and Corporate Paralegal, and a part-time paralegal teacher at Fleming College. During this episode, she discusses her career, intellectual property, and tips for paralegal students.  

✨E20 Paralegal Education and Intellectual Property with Kendra Jolley 

🎙Welcome to The Applicant Podcast.  I’m your host, Rebecca Tripp. I’ve graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office now and no, I’m not a lawyer. I’m a licensed paralegal and immigration consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law. 🇨🇦     

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🎙Welcome to The Applicant Podcast. I’m your host, Rebecca Tripp. I’ve graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office now and no, I’m not a lawyer. I’m a licensed paralegal and immigration consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law. 🇨🇦 

✨E19: Overseas Haven Immigration and the RCIC Profession with Akash Dutta 

In this episode, I speak with RCIC, Akash Dutta. We talk about his education, personal and professional experience in immigration law, and his business, Overseas Haven Immigration. In speaking with Akash, it is clear he just wants what's best for foreign nationals trying to navigate the Canadian immigration system. With his past experience in IT, he also discusses simple solutions that he believes would greatly benefit the RCIC profession and the immigration industry. 

🔗 Useful resources discussed in this episode: 

If you want to connect with Akash, you can find him at Overseas Haven Immigration: https://www.overseashaven.com/ 

The Law Society of Ontario Lawyer and Paralegal Directory (if you are looking for a legal representative that is licensed in Ontario): https://lso.ca/public-resources/findi... 

CICC Immigration Consultant Directory: https://college-ic.ca/protecting-the-... 

**PLEASE make sure that you check the Immigration Consultant you are considering working with is listed on this Directory, AND that they are in Good Standing before paying your Retainer. 

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🎙 Welcome to The Applicant Podcast. I'm your host, Rebecca Tripp. I've graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office and no, I'm not a lawyer. I'm a Licensed Paralegal and Immigration Consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law! 🇨🇦

✨ E18 Canadian Citizenship 101

In this solo episode (released on Canada Day 2022 🇨🇦), I discuss:

- The definition of a Canadian Citizen;

- The differences between Permanent Residents and Citizens;

- Who is automatically a Canadian Citizen; and

- Who can become a Citizen!

If you like reading blogs, I also wrote one about this topic on my website titled "Canadian Citizenship 101"

https://rebeccabtripp.com/2022/07/01/...

Useful links:

- Government of Canada webpage on Canadian Citizenship

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-...

- Apply for Canadian Citizenship

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-...

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In this episode, I speak with Licensed Paralegal, Laura Montague. We talk about her paralegal education, licensing exam experience, and 8 years (and counting) employment with property management and development firm, Ashburnham Realty. We also discuss the paralegal profession and her tips for young adults looking to rent their first home.

✨E17 Ashburnham Realty and Landlord/Tenant Law: An Interview with Laura Montague 

🔗 Useful resources discussed in this episode:  

Ashburnham Realty:  http://ashburnham.ca/  

CRCC - Tenant's Toolkit:  https://www.ccrc-ptbo.com/housing-resource-centre-2/tenants-toolkit/  

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🎙Welcome to The Applicant Podcast.  I’m your host, Rebecca Tripp. I’ve graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office now and no, I’m not a lawyer. I’m a licensed paralegal and immigration consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law. 🇨🇦    

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In this episode, I speak with Andrea Klein. Andrea is a Divorce Trauma Recovery Coach,  CEO & Founder of The Wholehearted Divorce, Judicial Assistant, and Freelance Family Law Clerk (impressive eh?!).   

We talk about her education and previous work experience in family law and dive into the services she provides through The Wholehearted Divorce.   

If you or someone you know is going through a divorce, I highly recommend seeking out Andrea's support at www.wholehearteddivorce.com  

✨E16 Family Law and Coaching: An interview with Andrea Klein 

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🎙Welcome to The Applicant Podcast.  I’m your host, Rebecca Tripp. I’ve graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office now and no, I’m not a lawyer. I’m a licensed paralegal and immigration consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law. 🇨🇦    

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💻 LinkedIn : http://linkedin.com/in/rebecca-b-tripp 

#internationalstudent #immigration #paralegal #canada

🎙Welcome to The Applicant Podcast.  I’m your host, Rebecca Tripp. I’ve graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office now and no, I’m not a lawyer. I’m a licensed paralegal and immigration consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law. 🇨🇦    

✨E15 The Paralegal Profession: An interview with Drew Samuels   

In this episode, I speak with fellow paralegal Drew Samuels. Drew is a Senior Litigation Advisor, and Professor at Durham College, and in the past spent almost 9 years working for Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC). We discuss paralegal education, tips for students and new grads, and strategies for entering the legal industry.   

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💻 LinkedIn : http://linkedin.com/in/rebecca-b-tripp 

#internationalstudent #immigration #paralegal #canada

🎙Welcome to The Applicant Podcast.  I’m your host, Rebecca Tripp. I’ve graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office now and no, I’m not a lawyer. I’m a licensed paralegal and immigration consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law. 🇨🇦    

✨E14 Behind the Scenes of Preparing a Study Permit Application  

In this solo episode, I discuss the logistics of preparing a study permit application from the representative point of view, along with all the elements that make up a complete study permit application!  

Let me know if you have any questions or additions to this list, and DM me topics you'd like me to further discuss in future episodes!   

Link to my Free Study Permit Guide: https://rebeccabtripp.com/study-permi...   

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🎙Welcome to The Applicant Podcast.  I’m your host, Rebecca Tripp. I’ve graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office now and no, I’m not a lawyer. I’m a licensed paralegal and immigration consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law. 🇨🇦   

✨E13 Five(5) Tips on Starting your Own Paralegal Firm 

In this solo episode, I provide my top 5 tips for those wanting to start up their own paralegal firm. Quick summary:  

1. Get Organized: Start a one-page business plan 

2. Start Budgeting: Keep your overhead costs low 

3. Grow your Pool of Resources: Find people, software, and good CPDs to help you (I highly recommend LPEN) 

4. Develop your Marketing Plan: There are many different ways of tackling this - GET FOCUSED 

5. Get Networking: Spread the word  

Let me know if you have any questions or additions to this list, and DM me topics you'd like me to further discuss in future episodes! 

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🎙Welcome to The Applicant Podcast.  I’m your host, Rebecca Tripp. I’ve graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office now and no, I’m not a lawyer. I’m a licensed paralegal and immigration consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law. 🇨🇦    

✨E12 Common Mistakes with Immigration Applications (Part 2)  

In this solo episode, I provide ten (10) more examples of errors that can lead to your application getting rejected. They are all easily avoidable if you are just aware and mindful of them!   Let me know if you have any questions or additions to this list, and DM me topics you'd like me to further discuss in future episodes!   

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#internationalstudent #immigration #paralegal #canada

🎙Welcome to The Applicant Podcast.  I’m your host, Rebecca Tripp. I’ve graduated from five (5) post-secondary school programs (attending both university and college), I own my own law office now and no, I’m not a lawyer. I’m a licensed paralegal and immigration consultant and on this YouTube channel/podcast, I want to discuss education, immigration, and the law. 🇨🇦    

✨E11 Common/Silly Mistakes That Can Get Your Immigration Application Rejected (Part 1)  

In this solo episode, I provide ten (10) examples of how to get your application rejected. They are all easily avoidable if you are just aware and mindful of them!   

This topic could be several episodes, so part two is coming next week!  Let me know if you have any questions or additions to this list, and DM me topics you'd like me to further discuss in future episodes!  

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