Posts by Michael Niren

(Below is a transcription of this video) Question; I’m an electrician from Ireland. My family and I would like to immigrate to Canada. What do I need to know? You should take a look at the Federal Skilled Trades Program. Understanding the Federal Skilled Worker Program This is a new immigration category designed for skilled […]

The recent changes (as of June 2014) to the Strengthening Canadian Citizenship Act have already been contributing to the efficiency of Canada’s immigration system according to Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander. On August 1st that new applications are being processed faster than ever due to the government’s overhaul of the Citizenship Act. The citizenship […]

As recently reported on CBC.ca – A newly released government study conducted by Ipsos Reid study and commissioned by Citizenship and Immigration, suggests recent Canadian immigrants have an apprehension regarding Ottawa’s ‘Express Entry’ System that would ensure would-be immigrants possess skills that are in demand in Canada. Canadian Immigrants Question New ‘Express Entry’ System Many contributors […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. This is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. VisaPlace Winner of the 2014 Top Choice Award I’m proud to announce that we won again the 2014 Top Choice Award for Top Immigration Law Firm in Toronto. We’re really humbled by this award because it’s an […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) So we’ve got a question. Can a spouse of a work permit holder work in the United States? Work Parameters for US Work Visa Holder’s Spouse So, generally speaking, when an individual applies for a work visa to the U.S. they can bring their spouse and dependent children […]

If you’re planning to travel to Canada in the near future, you could be affected by the new Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system. We’re going to look at exactly what these new changes to immigration practices are, and what they potentially mean for travelers to Canada. Understanding The New Electronic Travel Authorization System Rewind to February […]

Powerful media mogul Rupert Murdoch has urged the US to tackle immigration reform. He claims abolishing quotas on special visas and promoting immigrants to gain citizenship would boost innovation and growth. Murdoch is also actively in favor of immigration reform in his home country of Australia. He has pressed the issue with the belief that […]

Although Canadian cities are booming, it is coming at a price, with small Canadian towns getting the bad end of the bargain. In fact, many small towns and rural counties are looking towards the promise of immigrants in order to boost their local economy and breathe life back into their communities. Small Canadian Towns Plan […]

Good news for a province where jobs are plenty, but skilled workers are in scarce demand. In a bid to combat the seemingly widening skills gap in Saskatchewan and encourage more employers to get involved in worker training schemes, two agreements have recently been signed by the federal and provincial governments. Understanding the Saskatchewan Job Fund Agreement […]

Big changes to Canada’s Citizenship Act took place in June of 2014 when Bill C-24 was read and passed for the third time, received Royal assent and thereby enacted into law. In essence, the amendment may make Canadian citizenship easier to lose and harder to get when these new provisions come into affect in about a year. Understanding […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. This is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. A released document has been circulated indicating that the Minister of Immigration, Chris Alexander, is thinking about canceling the birth citizenship laws that exist in this country. Essentially, if you are born in Canada, you are conferred […]

Mayor Gregor Robertson has designated Vancouver a “Sanctuary City” for undocumented migrants, in a welcome move for the city. Vancouver Designated as a “Sanctuary City” Recently the “Sanctuary City” movement, promoting the belief that everyone residing in a city should be allowed to use public services free from the fear of deportation, has been increasing in popularity […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) Question: What do I need to do to live permanently in Canada? There are several different ways to achieve permanent residency in Canada. The most frequented immigration programs center around employment. If you have a job offer in Canada or possess specialized skills, education or training in a […]

Similar to the United States, Canada’s technology is continuously growing and offers plenty of occupational opportunities to those tech workers looking to settle there. Canada is more open to bright and talented individuals looking to launch their careers or start-up businesses in the tech field. In 2019, the tech employment increasing by nearly 60,000 positions […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) Question: What can happen if a permanent resident is convicted of a crime? Will they lose their status and have to leave Canada? Any permanent resident of Canada risks losing status, being deported to their home country, and even barred from ever returning to Canada should they be […]