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!
Canadian Government Considers Removing ‘Citizenship by Birth’
(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 […]
Vancouver Designated as a “Sanctuary City” for Undocumented Migrants
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 […]
How Do I Become A Permanent Resident Of Canada?
(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 […]
US Tech Workers Moving To Canada in 2020
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 […]
What Can Happen If A Permanent Resident Is Convicted Of A Crime
(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 […]
Quebec Skilled Worker’s Programme (QSWP) Has Reached Cap
Bad news for the many looking to join the Quebec Skilled Worker’s Program (QSWP), as the cap has been reached and applications will no longer be accepted until at least April 2015. Quebec Skilled Worker’s Programme Capped The cap for Quebec’s most popular immigration program was reached back in August. This is with more applications […]
Qualifying for the Canadian Experience Class
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hello, my name is Michael Niren, founder of visaplace.com, an immigration lawyer. Today, I’m here to talk to you about the Canadian Experience Class or the CEC category. Understanding the Canadian Experience Class Category The government recently announced that over the next year, only 12,000 CEC applications will […]
Caribbean Immigrant Children Fast-Tracked to Deportation from U.S?
The coming months could see a surge of Caribbean families being deported, especially children, thanks to a fast-track being led by the Obama Administration. Caribbean Immigrant Children Now Facing Deportation According to immigration advocates and attorneys, this is an unprecedented change in strategy, which is mainly fueled by the recent wave of unaccompanied Central American […]
How to Expand Your Business into the US
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. My name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. Today I’m going to talk to you about businesses who are interested in expanding in the United States. Expanding Your Business into the US Through a L1 Visa We have a dedicated U.S. visa […]
Expedited Processing Available For Certain LMIA Applications
Good news for temporary foreign workers. Recent welcome reforms to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program have included the possibility for some applicants to benefit from expedited processing. Applicants that meet certain specific requirements may be eligible for expedited processing. This would take just 10 business days for their Labour Market Impact Assessments. Eligible LMIA Applications for Expedited Processing […]
How to Enter Canada with a DUI
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, my name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer, founder of visaplace.com. I’m here to talk today about individuals who unfortunately have a DUI and who are interested in coming to Canada to cross our borders and potentially visit, work, or study. Entering Canada with a DUI […]
Ontario Against Removing ‘Citizenship by Birth’
As recently reported in the TheStar.com – The Ontario government says it will not support Ottawa’s proposal to remove citizenship rights to children born in Canada to non-citizens and non-residents. Ontario Says ‘No’ to Removing ‘Citizenship by Birth’ Ontario Deputy Immigration Minister, Chisanga Puta-Chekwe, was quoted in a letter, written to Ottawa dated September 6, […]
Have You Been Stopped at the US Border? Then File a I-192 Application!
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. My name is Michael Niren. I’m an Immigration Lawyer and Founder of visaplace.com. This is a message for Canadians or other individuals who are having trouble entering the U.S. through the U.S. border. Filing a I-192 Application for Temporary Entry Perhaps you have a criminal record, a […]
Quebec Skilled Worker Immigration
The Quebec Skilled Worker Program is set to reopen April 1st expected to be released shortly that will set the program’s restrictions. In 2014 the Quebec Government imposed a limit of 6,500 applications which was reached in early August 2014. Now, only those applicants who have a valid employment opportunity will be considered until the […]
Express Entry being implemented in January 2015
The Express Entry program will be launched in January of 2015. It will offer four different groups of economic based immigration classes the opportunity to expedite their application by placing them in a pool of candidates accessible to prospective employers. Potential immigrants in the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, Canadian Experience Class, […]