Shannon M. Houston

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Shannon Houston is a dedicated immigration lawyer at Miller Thomson, specializing in the intricacies of corporate-based immigration matters for Miller Thomson’s corporate clients. She skillfully manages Business Visitor submissions, Labour Market Impact Assessments, and temporary work permits, including CUSMA Professionals, intracompany transfers, religious workers and other programs like the Francophone Mobility Program and Significant Benefits categories. In addition, Shannon has extensive experience with the family and economic class Permanent Residence Programs, including Express Entry, Permanent Residence Card renewals and Canadian citizenship applications. Her background in human resources within Calgary’s oilfield sector enriches her client-focused approach, allowing her to navigate complex immigration processes with ease. Shannon’s commitment to understanding her clients’ unique situations ensures they receive the highest level of service and support in their immigration needs.

In addition to her contributions as a speaker and author on various immigration law and business travel topics, Shannon has also demonstrated a commitment to both the legal community, as a mentor with the Law Society of Alberta, and the wider community by raising money for various types of cancer research via a number of different initiatives.

Shannon proudly holds memberships with the Law Society of Alberta, the Canadian Bar Association, and the Calgary Bar Association.