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!
Changes for International Grads Looking for Post Grad Work
Recently, Employment and Social Development Canada eliminated the exception for international students looking for a work visa. Many of these individuals look to stay in Canada in order to work on post-graduate education and also work at the same time. However, this elimination makes it more challenging for these students to enter the country on […]
International Students May Get Permanent Residence in Nova Scotia
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. My name is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer, and founder of Visaplace.com. Good new coming out of Nova Scotia. The announcement is that international students will have the option of potentially applying for permanent residence after they graduate there. International Students Seeking Permanent Residence in Nova Scotia So […]
New Funded Literacy Program for New Canadian Families
Most families experience a wide range of emotions when they first arrive in Canada. The Canadian immigration process itself can be daunting. Particularly if you have left your home in fear, or after experiencing life changing hardships. The Citizenship and Immigration Canada Funded Literacy Program A Citizenship and Immigration Canada funded literacy program helps immigrant […]
Immigrant Investor Program Cancelled in 2014
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. A lot of controversy over the immigrant investor program and the federal government’s cancellation of the program in 2014. The immigration investor program is for high net worth individuals who have a net worth of a minimum of 1.6 million and are willing to invest in an […]
How to Sponsor a Canadian Citizen to the USA
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hello. My name is Michael Niren. I’m founder of visaplace.com, an immigration lawyer. This is a message for Canadian citizens who have a relationship with an American and wish to be sponsored there, wish to immigrate to the United States. Sponsoring a Canadian Citizen to the USA If […]
Toronto to be a Sanctuary for Illegal Immigrants
(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
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
(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 […]
International Student Fraud Leads to Program Changes
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
(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?
(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 […]
Can a US Work Visa Holder’s Spouse Work in the US?
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
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?
(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
(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 […]