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Bridging Open Work Permit Information
As of December 15 2012 Citizenship and Immigration Canada announced that they will be allowing permanent resident applicants to obtain work permits while they are awaiting the finalization of their application. This will allow permanent resident applicants to now work while they are awaiting the answer on their application! Who is Eligible for the Bridging […]
Can You Be Denied Entry to the US for Criminal Record?
The United States Customs and Border Protection officers are in charge of making sure they they keep the United States safe by preventing people who may pose a security risk from entering the country. As such, they have the discretion to deny entry to individuals who they feel do not meet the requirements for admissibility […]
How to find the right Immigration Lawyer
I was asked this question: I am looking to find an immigration lawyer to help me with my visa application but I really don’t know how to judge what lawyer is best for me. Can you help? This is an important question and is perhaps the most important because regardless of the type of immigration […]
Toronto Immigration Law Firm: How we can help
Toronto Immigration Law Firm Here to Serve YOU! I’m here to tell you a little bit about our law firm Niren and Associates. My name is Michael Niren and I am the founder of the firm Niren and Associates is a Toronto based immigration law firm. We are located in central Toronto but our clients […]
Denied entry to Canada for a misdemeanor
Many people know that if you have a criminal record or criminal history and try to enter Canada, you could be denied entry. However, few people actually realize that you can actually be denied entry to Canada even if you only have a misdemeanor on your record or your criminal record is from something that […]
Retiring in the United States
A common question we receive is how can a Canadian retire in the United States? They’re looking for some place with a bit of a warmer climate, and may be looking to stay there permanently or only over the winter. Unfortunately, there is no retirement visa for the United States despite how popular it would […]
3 Categories for the Provincial Nominee Program in New Brunswick
There are three different categories for the Provincial Nominee Program in New Brunswick. New Brunswick is a beautiful province, and the Provincial Nominee Program is a popular way for applicants who are qualified to receive permanent residency in Canada. There are eleven participating provinces and territories who have Provincial Nominee Programs, and all of them […]
Why can someone be denied entry to the US?
Are you concerned about being denied entry to the United States? This is a common concern for many as it can be a very unpleasant surprise to be denied entry to the United States in your travels. Even if you are a Canadian citizen, you can still be denied entry. There are many reasons people […]
What are the requirements for a TN visa?
Did you know that there is a special United States work visa available just for Canadian citizens? This work visa is available at the US-Canada border, and can be applied for by Canadian citizens who have a job offer with a United States employer. But just because a visa can be applied for at the […]
Federal Skilled Worker Program Updated Occupation List For 2013
The wait is finally over for the new eligible occupations under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) that will be effective May 4, 2013. New Requirements under the 2013 Federal Skilled Worker Program While Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) will not be accepting applications for the 24 eligible occupations until May 4, 2013, there are some new […]
Have you been denied entry to Canada for DUI?
Having a criminal record for a DUI is one of the most common reasons people are denied entry to Canada. Even if your DUI conviction is from very long ago, you can still be denied entry. There are many other types of criminal records that can cause you to be denied entry to Canada, while […]
Qualifying for the Provincial Nominee Program in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan is a Canadian province with a huge economy and many exports including minerals and grain. Saskatchewan also has the most categories for eligibility in its Provincial Nominee Program, which is a popular immigration program that offers permanent residence and is a quicker way of immigrating than many other streams. Categories for the Provincial Nominee […]
Being Denied Entry to Canada for DUI
Often, Canadian border officials will use their discretion to deny entry to individuals who they feel could pose a threat to Canada or Canadians. In many cases, criminal records are the reason these individuals are denied entry and many of these people do not pose an actual risk. Of these criminal records, a record for […]
Can I be denied entry to the US for DUI?
Criminal records are one of the most common reasons why someone would be denied to both the United States and Canada. A DUI conviction is a common reason why people find themselves denied entry to either country. Canada and the United States have different rules regarding DUIs, or driving under the influence convictions. Canada will […]
What requirements do I have to meet to obtain a TN visa?
A TN visa is an attractive United States work visa option because it allows Canadian citizens to work in the United States legally. It can be applied for at the US-Canada border, meaning that you do not have to wait weeks or months for your application to be processed like you would have to with […]