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Happy 4th of July to our American Clients and Friends
We want to wish our immigration and visa clients, friends and folks at Homeland Security south of the border a happy and healthy 4th of July. Dealing with the United States Customs and Border Protection, USCIS, the Department of State and other agencies on behalf of our clients from the US, Canada and overseas, gives […]
Canada’s Population Growth Due to Immigration
2010 Proves Positive Population Growth The population of Canada has officially hit 34,019,000, its largest population ever. Here are some interesting stats: According to Statistics Canada, the population growth across the nation between April 1, 2010 and January 1, 2010 was 88,000 people. Most of this growth, almost two-thirds or 71 per cent of it, can […]
Happy Canada Day from Niren and Associates Immigration Lawyers
July 1 Canada Day is a very special holiday for us. As an immigration law firm assisting individuals, families and companies with their Canadian immigration and visa applications, we feel proud to have been a small part in making Canada a better place for all of us. Immigrants are what make Canada great. Their varied […]
The world wants to Immigrate to Canada if they could: Survey
A survey commissioned by the Historica-Dominion Institute along with the Aurea Foundation and Munk School of Global Affairs has found the more than half of the adults in the 24 top international economies would pack up and move to Canada if they could. Canada is known worldwide as a country that is positive and tolerant […]
New Changes to the Skilled Worker Category: 20,000 cap and New Occupation List
Skilled Worker Application Occupation List On Saturday, June 26th, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announced in a news conference that the number of jobs considered for fast-tracking for skilled worker applications would be narrowed down to a list of 29 occupations and that a cap would be placed on the number of applications […]
Temporary Resident Permits for Husband and Wife from Korea
Temporary Resident Permits issued thanks to Niren and Associates Hi Michael, I just wanted to express my appreciation on your excellent and quality services. Mary emailed me today that she was notified that my and my wife’s TRPs for Canada had been approved. Mary has been very generous and patient in answering all my emails. She indeed […]
Our Immigration Law Firm is G20 Ready
As the G20 Summit is fast approaching, people are asking whether our office in Toronto is open for business, or do we have restricted hours. Well, since we are located in central Toronto at the corner of Yonge and Eglinton, outside the security zone, there will be no dispruption at Niren and Associates! We are […]
Muslim Televangelist from India denied Visa to Canada
Televangelist denied Visa to Canada for speeches A very controversial Indian televangelist was denied a visa to travel to Canada for the Toronto Journey of Faith conference being held over July 2nd to July 4th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The conference is the 3rd annual Islamic Conference, featuring vendors and an assortment of […]
My Permanent Residency Card is Expiring soon but I have not met the Residency Requirement. What do I do?
Permanent Residency Card Expiration question for our immigration law firm Q. My Permanent Residency Card expires in July 2010 and I have only lived in Canada for about one year within the last 5 years. However, my wife and kids all live in Canada. I work overseas and support my family. I have property in Canada […]
US Immigration Enforcement targets Employers hiring workers without valid US Work Visas
The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has released their “Strategic Priorities for Fiscal Years 2010-2014” document, which details ICEs plans to “create a culture of employer compliance” in dealing with corporations and businesses who hire workers with none or expired US Work visas. The plan promises aggressive criminal and civil enforcement against employers […]
E-2 Visa approved for Canadian to start a New York Chocolate Store!
E-2 Visa approved thanks to Niren and Associates I just wanted to write and thank Fadi and Danielle for helping me to obtain an E-2 Visa. Everything was worth it. They advised me on exactly what I needed, they gave me a synopsis of the process and they were adamant on what information I had […]
I applied for an E-2 Visa in the US and now I have to do it again at the Toronto Consulate. Why?
E-2 Visa question for our immigration law firm Q. My lawyer filed an E-2 Visa at the Texas Service Center which was approved. I received my E-2 and began working in my business in the US. I am Canadian and wished to travel back to Toronto for a visit. I then tried re-entering the US […]
US Waiver Approved for Canadian
US Waiver approved thanks to Niren and Associates Hi Mary I would like to thank you for helping me with my US Waiver application to enter the USA. I had been trying without success for many years until I found and contacted your immigration law firm. Being able to enter the USA means so much […]
Refugee Reform Compromise: Update
Another update for you on the proposed refugee reform bill: On Thursday June 10th, it was announced by Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney that the bill had finally been tweaked enough to create a compromise with the opposition parties, not only regarding the proposed refugee system changes but to reduce immigration fraud in […]
Refugee Reform Bill: Summary of the Changes and our Concerns
To add to our ongoing commentary on the proposed changes to the Refugee process and procedures in Canada that are being introduced, below is a very good summary of the changes and some concerns we have about them as they impact on the rights of refugee claims in Canada. Mary Keyork, a Managing Associate at […]
