Posts by Michael Niren

Mr. Niren is CEO of VisaPlace LLC and the President and Managing Partner of VisaPlace Legal Canada, an immigration law firm based in Toronto, and VisaPlace Legal US a law firm registered in The District of Columbia, USA. Mr. Niren is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto, a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada, the Canadian Bar Association’s Citizenship and Immigration Section, American Lawyers Association, and an Associate Member of the American Bar Association.

Canadian Immigrant Investor Program: Business Immigration to Canada and Quebec

By Michael NirenJune 16, 2009
In Canada there are two Immigrant Investor Programs (aside from those offered under the Provincial Nominee Programs or PNP Programs). The two programs are called the Canadian Federal Investor Immigration Program and the Canadian Quebec Federal Investor Program. Federal Immigrant Investor Program Criteria Net Worth (assets minus liabilities) Must have minimum of CAD$800,000 in net worth […]

Can I Extend my TN Visa from within the US rather than at the Border?

By Michael NirenJune 13, 2009
I am a veterinarian at an Animal Hospital in Hope Mills, North Carolina. I have a TN visa that expires on July 5th. I recently extended my contract to the end of August and would like to extend my TN visa also. Is it possible for me to do this without crossing the border?  Thank […]

Our Immigration Law Firm is proud that Toronto Ranks 4th most Livable City in the World

By Michael NirenJune 10, 2009
In a recent poll, Toronto was ranked 4th as one of the most livable cities in the world. Vancouver, another Canadian city was ranked 1st. The survey covered 140 cities based on 30 factors concerning living conditions. Toronto’s strong economic base and vibrant downtown contributed to the findings. We at Niren and Associates Immigration Lawyers […]

I was Refused Entry to Canada because of DWI Charge in the US

By Michael NirenJune 8, 2009
My family and I live in the USA by Canadian Border near BC. My wife is Canadian and my son is Canadian. I am an US citizen. We all reside in the US. All of our relatives live in Canada (in-laws, sister law and nice and more). Now I cannot go see them at all […]
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Canadian Work Permits Not Necessarily Needed for Workers in the Film and TV Industries

By Michael NirenJune 4, 2009
Working in Canada
A Canadian Work Permit Question Hello I am a Director of Photography and Director in Los Angeles , California. A local production company hired me to shoot their next feature film which will be shot in Los Angeles for about 80% of the production. However, some scenes have to be shot in Canada, and that […]

Permanent Residency Card Renewal on Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds

By Michael NirenJune 2, 2009
Permanent Residency Card Renewal Question Hi I have applied for my Permanent Residency Card Renewal but I do not have the required 2 years of Canadian residence. Please help me to apply on compassionate grounds as my wife and two children meet the requirements and I have also applied for Canadian citizenship and I work […]

Living in Canada with a Green Card. Do I need a Reentry Permit?

By Michael NirenJune 1, 2009
Canadian Reentry Permit Question Hi. I live in Canada and have a green card commuter status that expires in mid July of this year. I lost my job this year. In order to keep my status, I should either move to the US or find a job within six months. It’s very difficult to get […]

Canada-US Border Crossings: New Passport Requirements come into effect June 1 for Canadians and Americans

By Michael NirenMay 31, 2009
New Passport Requirements for Canadians and Americans Well the day is almost here where Canadians and Americans will require passports, enhanced drivers license or a travel card such as a NEXUS or FAST card in order to cross the border. On June 1, presenting a birth certificate or a traditional drivers license to a customs […]

Canadian Work Permit Refused because of lack of Ties to home country.

By Michael NirenMay 30, 2009
Canadian Work Permit Refused? I applied twice for a Canadian work visa complete with all the required documents and papers like valid LMO (Labour Market Opinion) approval and job offer from a prospective employer situated in Alberta. However my application for a work permit was refused twice for the sole reason that I did not […]

Refused entry to the US Case Resolved

By Michael NirenMay 29, 2009
Refused entry to the US case resolved by our immigration law firm Hi Fadi! Thank you for assisting me with my entry to the US after being denied.  I will be coming back to Canada on June 10 to hand back my I94 Card as instructed.  I want to do this right this time! I […]

I had a DWI conviction in the USA and my Probation Ended. Why was I Denied Entry to Canada?

By Michael NirenMay 29, 2009
Denied Entry to Canada for a criminal offense? My family and I live in the USA by Canadian Border near BC. My wife is Canadian and my son is Canadian. I am an US citizen. We all reside in the US.All of our relatives live in Canada (in-laws, sister law and nice and more). Now […]
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Maintaining Canadian Permanent Residency Status outside Canada to be with Blind Daughter

By Michael NirenMay 28, 2009
Permanent Residency
Can you keep your Canadian Permanent Residency Status while living outside of Canada? I sponsored my mother for Canadian Permanent Residency and she was approved about 3 years ago. She had only visited Canada once for about 2 weeks since she became a Permanent Resident. She had not moved to Canada because my sister was […]

Work Permit Expires Soon. Do you need to apply for a new LMO?

By Michael NirenMay 27, 2009
Is it necessary for an employer to apply for an LMO for someone who is already employed permanently? One of our staff members’ work permit is expiring soon, and we’re not sure if we need to apply for another LMO for him in order to renew his work permit.   _______________   First of all, […]

Can I Renew my Permanent Residency Card if I lived in the US with my Canadian Spouse?

By Michael NirenMay 26, 2009
Canadian Permanent Residency Card Renewal Question Hi, I’m a spouse of a Canadian citizen and we live in the USA as my husband works there. My Permanent Residency card is expiring in August, when can I apply for a new one? Does the time spent abroad with a Canadian citizen count towards Canadian residency?  Can […]

Spousal Sponsorship Application from Vietnam?

By Michael NirenMay 25, 2009
Spousal Sponsorship Application question I would like to marry my Vietnamese fiancee in Vietnam. I will travel there from Canada. However, I would like to live in Vietnam with her while I am waiting for my Canadian sponsorship to be processed. Could you tell me how I can prove my intention to return to Canada […]
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I am so very thankful to the VISAPACE team for making it all come true and possible from my Open Work Permit to my Permanent Residence, you make it all happen .Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart , Thank you for being part of my achievements. Now I am now a Permanent Residence through the effort, power and knowledge of VISAPLACE LEGAL TEAM.
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Yet Reena Sandu was assigned for my case. she helped me with enthusiasm and showed no hesitation despite me being an ex-client from 3 years ago.
I was very happy that even after 3 years of finishing business, Visa Place were respectful of their clients. Special thanks again to Reena for her enthusiasm and support.

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