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!
Visa Applications Suspended Due to Ebola in Africa
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi this is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. Immigration Minister Chris Alexander has announced that Ebola is a concern, and that certain countries where widespread Ebola exists, the individuals who apply for visas from those countries will not be permitted to have those visas processed […]
5 Must Know Things About the Express Entry Immigration Program
As recently reported by CBC News, a coalition of groups drawn from the retail, food, and tourism industries are urging the government to give entry-level temporary foreign workers similar quick access that skilled immigrant workers will get under the express entry program. Under the new system, the government will fast track permanent residency applications for […]
5 Things Every Employer Should Know Before Applying for LMIA
With over 330,000 temporary foreign workers currently in Canada, it’s safe to say that Canadian employers rely on the experience and skills of internationally trained workers. In most cases, temporary foreign workers enter the country tied to a specific job and employer. If you’re an employer looking to hire foreign workers, chances are you may […]
Government Drops Live-in Requirement for Caregivers in Canada
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. The federal government recently announced that it’s going to be dropping the live-in requirement for caregivers coming to Canada to care for children and elderly individuals. This is a big development. Traditionally, the live-in caregiver program was […]
Accountants Encouraged to Apply to the Federal Skilled Worker Program
In May earlier this year, applications were first accepted for a new program allowing individuals who intend to work and settle in the country to acquire permanent residency status. The Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program began with a cap of 25,000 applicants, with a total of 1,000 applications allowed for each occupation – a significant increase […]
How to Apply for a Request for Deferral
Applying for a request for referral in Canada can seem like a daunting and confusing task. However, try not to panic as we at VisaPlace are going to give you some advice on what to do if such an event occurs. Why do you need a request for deferral? This would usually be required after you’d been called […]
More Immigrants To Canada Expected To Look West For Job Opportunities
Statistics Canada released a report last month with one clear message; the future of Canada’s economy and population growth seems to be headed towards the west. The federal agency has been tasked with producing statistics that will help understand more about Canada and the big issues surrounding the economy and immigration. Another major finding from the […]
Express Entry Immigration Program to Begin in 2015
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Paula at VisaPlace.com. The express entry category for Canadian permanent residence will begin in January of 2015. We don’t know all of the details yet, but as we learn more we’ll keep you informed. What is the Express Entry Immigration Program? Firstly, the express entry category […]
New Immigration Advisory Council Announced in Nova Scotia
Premier Stephen McNeil announced a new Immigration Advisory Council in Nova Scotia, with hopes that as a result, immigration will improve in the province. New Immigration Advisory Council in Nova Scotia Co-chairing the Immigration Advisory Council are prominent immigrants Wadih Fares and Colin Dodds, the latter of which first immigrated to Canada from the United Kingdom 32 years […]
Foreign Workers’ Program Needed in Alberta
Back in September, Alberta’s municipalities voted in favor of Alberta-specific rules in regards to the temporary foreign worker’s program. Foreign Workers Needed in Alberta The TFW resolution, taken forward by Red Deer, was passed by villages, towns and cities during the last morning of the yearly Alberta Urban Municipalities Association. The resolution’s main purpose is to ask the province to advocate for […]
Canada’s New Federal Skilled Worker Occupation List Needs Teachers
Earlier in the year, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) announced that the new Federal Skilled Worker program will be open to educators, lecturers, professors and teaching assistants who are interested in immigrating to the country. Canada’s New Federal Skilled Worker List Needs Teachers Interestingly, it’s the first time since 2008 that educational occupations have been added to […]
Canada Expands Immigration Information Sharing to Five Other Countries
Earlier in the year, it was announced that Canada’s main immigration objective was to broaden information sharing with the United States and its other central allies, aided by an information technology system. Canada Expands Immigration Information Sharing The new system will be put into place to exchange detailed information such as biometric data, including […]
Canadian Spousal Sponsorship approved in only 6 months
“I Would like to take a moment to give much deserved thanks to Niren and Associates for necessitating a quick and smooth process of my spousal permanent residence application. Many thanks in particular to my representative Sonia Grewal. I am typing this review today from Canada as a landed immigrant exactly 6 months after we […]
Express Entry Begins in January 2015
The new Express Entry system in Canada will be effective as of January 2015; it will involve a two-step online process that begins with the candidate completing an online profile and concludes with the government, after ranking those found eligible, inviting candidates to apply for permanent residence. The purpose of the system is to match […]
What If I Don’t Qualify For A Visa?
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hello, my name is Michelle. Welcome to Visa Place where immigration starts here. If you wish to get a visa for Canada or the US, but do not think you qualify, you should first complete our online assessment form. Only by reviewing your information can our immigration professionals […]