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.

Toronto to be a Sanctuary for Illegal Immigrants

By Michael NirenAugust 5, 2014
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. This is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer, and founder of visaplace.com. Today’s a good day to be a Torontonian. City council has passed a by-law or made a statement that they will not prosecute or withdraw services for illegal immigrants. Toronto will be a sanctuary for illegal immigrants. […]

Central American Illegal-Immigrant Children Face Deportation

By Michael NirenAugust 4, 2014
In recent months, the United States’ southern border has seen a wave of tens of thousands of women and children migrating from Central American crime and violence. Illegal-Immigrant Children Face Deportation Beneath that load, American border officials have been utterly overwhelmed. Earlier this summer, the U.S. government sent the first of many planes bearing immigrants […]

What to Expect at an Immigration Consultation

By Michael NirenJanuary 8, 2020
(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 what you should be getting out of an immigration consultation. If you schedule an immigration consultation with an immigration lawyer, there are certain things that you […]
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International Student Fraud Leads to Program Changes

By Michael NirenMarch 22, 2022
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Canada is taking a strong stance on international students. In the past, it was considered one of the easiest countries to enter as a student. Not only could a student gain a permit just for having intent to attend school. But there were no penalties for the student who never showed up for class. Program […]

Who Can Legally Represent You for Canadian Immigration

By Michael NirenJuly 30, 2014
(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 about who can legally represent you for your immigration applications. It’s very important that if you decide to hire a professional to assist you with your immigration case that […]

Are Immigration Lawyer Reviews Important?

By Michael NirenJanuary 8, 2020
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. So I’ve been asked a few times, what do I think about lawyer reviews? Now, generally speaking, my answer is I think they’re relevant. I think they’re important, but it really depends on the kind of review we’re talking about. And, I divide reviews in to two […]
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Can a US Work Visa Holder’s Spouse Work in the US?

By Michael NirenApril 19, 2023
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We often receive questions about working in the US as a spouse. The question we receive the most: Can I work in the United States as a spouse of a work permit holder? Usually, when an individual applies for a work visa to the U.S., they can bring their spouse and dependent children along with […]

The New ‘Expression of Interest’ System for Foreign Skilled Workers

By Michael NirenJuly 24, 2014
As recently reported in The Economic Times –  The skilled workers program will go from “passive processing to active recruitment” according to immigration minister Chris Alexander come January of 2015. The qualified and skilled will be given a fast track to Canada thanks to the ‘Expression of Interest’ system. “Under the new system, some of […]

Can I Travel to Canada with a Criminal Record?

By Michael NirenJuly 24, 2014
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. This is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. Are you traveling to Canada with a criminal record? If you are, there may be some issues in terms of you being admitted to Canada. Depending upon the nature of your offense and how long ago it […]

Canadian Work Visas for Americans

By Michael NirenJuly 22, 2014
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hello. My name is Michael Niren, I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. Today I’m going to talk to our fellow Americans who are interested in getting a Canadian work visa. Canada has a lot of employment opportunities for Americans. Americans are coming to Canada in record […]
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Deportation From Canada: Procedure and Options

By Michael NirenFebruary 24, 2025
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This informational post, brought to you by immigration lawyer Michael Niren, founder of VisaPlace.com, addresses the critical issue of deportation from Canada. If you’re facing deportation, it’s essential to understand your rights and available options. Time is of the essence in these cases, so acting quickly is crucial. What to Expect When Facing Deportation Typically, […]
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E2 Visa Applications for Canadians

By Michael NirenSeptember 15, 2020
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A lot of Canadian citizens are moving to the U.S. to start businesses or establish a business there. In order to immigrate to the US to start a business or invest in a business, a foreign national must obtain an E-2 Visa. Canadians find the E-2 visa very attractive because it allows them to bring […]

Chinese Investor Lawsuits Get Thrown Out

By Michael NirenJuly 16, 2014
As recently reported by The Globe & Mail – A Federal Court judge has ruled against more than 1,000 wealthy Chinese who tried to immigrate to Canada under the newly terminated Immigrant Investor Program. The inventors then later attempted to seek legal compensation for their inconvenience. Immigrant Investor Law Suits Get Dismissed “[T]here is no […]

U.S. Deports Honduran Children

By Michael NirenJuly 16, 2014
As reported by Reuters and Time.com – July 15, 2014 – A charter flight from New Mexico to San Pedro Sula was sent on Monday from American soil. The city of San Pedro Sula, Honduras has the highest murder rate in the world and transported back there were 17 Honduran women, as well as 12 girls […]
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Expanding Your Business Into Canada Visa

By Michael NirenDecember 23, 2020
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(Below is a transcription of this video) Hello. My name is Michael Niren, I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. This is a video for those who are interested in getting a work visa to Canada and who have a business overseas in their home country. Benefits to Expanding Your Business Into Canada One […]
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