Second time working with Visaplace, and was successful again with a visa application for parents (2 out of 2). Worked with Felicita and Mansi, strong guidance, very detailed approach to putting together a very thorough and comprehensive application. Good feedback and support throughout the full process. Highly recommend Visaplace!
2014 Top Choice Award for Top Immigration Law Firm in Toronto
Niren & Associates are the proud recipients of the 2014 Top Choice Award for Immigration Law Firm in Toronto, making this their 5th consecutive year as winners. The Top Choice Award is the result of in depth market research, where the “voice of the people” is collected and determines the year’s winners. It is for […]
Rob Ford Turned Back From US During Rehab Leave
As reported by CBC News on Tuesday May 6, 2014 – “Toronto Mayor Rob Ford flew to Chicago last week, but subsequently “withdrew” his request to enter the United States and ended up leaving the country, according to the consul general of Canada in Chicago.” According to Canada’s Consul General in Chicago, Roy Norton, officials […]
Want to Start a business in Canada? This Work Visa may be for you
Starting a Business in Canada? If you are interested in starting a business in Canada, consider the Significant Benefit Work Visa. This is a good work permit for entrepreneurs or people who want to establish a business in Canada and its LMO exempt. This means that if you qualify for this visa, you will NOT […]
Visa Waiver for Malaysians will be a Possibility in the US
The U.S government will be working with the Malaysian government on including them in the United States Visa Program. In order for the Malaysian government to join the 37 others that have qualified and are listed in the program they will have to meet a set of qualifications set out by US laws and provisions. […]
Ottawa Suspends Temporary Foreign Worker Program for Fast Food Sector
There has been an immediate suspension on the fast-food industry’s access to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. Minister of ESDC (Employment and Social Development Canada) Mr. Jason Kenny has stated that these are very serious concerns, there will be an investigation of the allegations made about the program. There have already been suspended LMOs that […]
New Regulations for International Students Starting from June 1, 2014
There have been new regulations put in place that will aim to strengthen Canada’s status as a study destination of choice for potential international students that will take place on June 1 2014. This program will heighten the level of services to the genuine students and will protect Canada’s international reputation for high quality education […]
Federal Skilled Worker Program Re-Opens
The Government of Canada announced new occupations and caps for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW). Furthermore, additional information was announced for the Federal Skilled Trades and Canadian Experience Class programs. Updates to the Federal Skilled Worker Program Starting May 1st 2014 the Federal Skilled Worker Program will be accepting 25,000 new applications. All applicants […]
Green Card for Canadians approved!
Niren & Associates provided a wonderful experience for my wife and I as she undertook the process of obtaining her employment authorization to work in the US, US Advance Parole and a United States Green Card. The service we received from Fadi Minawi and his legal assistant Laura Eaton was beyond reproach. There was always […]
What to Expect When Crossing the US/Canada Border
Between the United States and Canada there is a thin, imaginary line marked in various places by customs agents who are there to enforce rules. These regulations are set up to protect citizens on either side of the border, but the rules frequently change. The following is a list of crossing border issues that you […]
Can I Return to Canada After Deportation?
Can I Return to Canada After Deportation? on YouTube (Below is a transcription of this video) Hello, my name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. Today I’m going to talk to you about what happens if you are deported from Canada and wish to return. This is an unfortunate situation for many […]
Immigration to Canada as an IT Professional
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi my name is Michael Niren. I am an immigration lawyer and founder ofVisaPlace.com. This is a message for IT Professionals. If you are an ITProfessional and you are interested in immigration to Canada, it’s neverbeen a better time, especially if you are interested in immigrating toOntario, which […]
Immigration to Canada for US Citizens
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hello, my name is Michael Niren, I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. This is a reach out to our American friends, many of whom are interested in immigrating to Canada. The Canadian economy has done very well and withstood the downturn since 2008, and we are […]
Immigrating to Canada from the Philippines: Benefits and Challenges
The Philippines is one of the major immigration sources for Canada. In the year 2017, the Philippines was the second largest country source for Permanent Residents in Canada. There were 40,857 Filipinos accepted to become Permanent Residents of Canada in 2017. There has to be a reason why so many Filipinos want to immigrate to […]
Immigration to Canada from the UK
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hello. My name is Michael Niren. I’m an Immigration Lawyer and Founder of visaplace.com. This is a video for U.K. nationals, people from the United Kingdom who are interested in immigration to Canada. The U.K. is a major source of immigration for Canada. We have a long history […]
Ontario Bridge Training Program for Immigrant Skilled Workers
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hello, my name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. An exciting announcement by Kanan immigration on November 22nd, they announced that the working with the Ontario government to institute what we call a Bridge Training Program that will help license skilled workers get […]