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.

It’s Remembrance Day in Canada 2012

By Michael NirenNovember 11, 2012
Today is Remembrance Day (Veteran’s Day for our American friends). On Remembrance Day, Canadians and newcomers to Canada reflect on their freedoms and quality of life if it were not for the sacrifices made by those at home and abroad. We take this day to celebrate these men and women, who are heroes.  Take a […]

TN Visa Lawyers in Canada

By Michael NirenNovember 10, 2012
The TN Visa is a kind of United States work visa available only to Canadian citizens and citizens of Mexico. It is a temporary work visa that is suitable to many Canadian citizens who want to work in the United States. However, like all United States visas there are strict eligibility requirements that you must […]

Temporary Resident Permit Lawyers for Canada

By Michael NirenNovember 10, 2012
When someone is denied entry to Canada from the United States, it can be extremely embarrassing and inconvenient. You may have had a vacation planned or needed to visit family in Canada, and you may have already spent a significant amount of money on your travel and plans that may not be refundable.  Many people […]

Skilled Worker Program Backlog Almost Eliminated

By Michael NirenNovember 9, 2012
According to this CBC article, the giant backlog of skilled worker applications that had been clogging up the immigration system should be gone by the end of 2013.  The backlog was at 640,000 originally, resulting in wait times of about eight years for many skilled workers. Now, there are only about 100,000 applications left. Skilled […]
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How to Work in Canada as a US Citizen

By Michael NirenMarch 13, 2024
Working in Canada
Oftentimes, those who are citizens of the United States will be sparked with the interest in making a big move, and believe it or not, Canada is a great choice for many! Individuals may want to leave the US for various reasons whether temporary or permanent and obtaining a Canadian work permit is usually the […]

Family Facing Deportation From Canada Four Times Gets To Stay

By Michael NirenNovember 8, 2012
A family in Quebec has finally had their application to stay in Canada on humanitarian and compassionate grounds accepted, after facing deportation from Canadaat least four different times since last year. During the first three times there were issues at the airport, misplaced travel documents and one of the family members fell ill, while the […]

Ottawa Doctoral Student Gets Second Chance At Permanent Residency

By Michael NirenNovember 8, 2012
A doctoral student studying at the University of Ottawa who came to Canada from Iran seven years ago. She applied for permanent residency in 2005, and waited a very long six years only to find out that her application for permanent residency was denied. Why? In April 2009, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and […]

Fewer Immigrants Settling In Ontario: Ontario Wants More Power To Pick Skilled Immigrants

By Michael NirenNovember 7, 2012
The Ontario government is currently dealing with labour market needs that the current declining immigration levels are unable to fill, and wants more power to choose skilled workers in the Province.  On Monday, November 5th, Ontario Immigration Minister Charles Sousa unveiled Ontario’s new immigration strategy, saying that Ontario should increase immigrants under the Ontario Provincial […]

Do Immigration Limits Hurt Growing Canadian Cities?

By Michael NirenNovember 7, 2012
Since Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announced Canada’s new immigration targets for 2013, there’s been a lot to talk about.  On October 31st, Minister Kenney tweeted: “In 2013 we’ll keep immigration levels at ~250,000. The NDP says we should increase immigration by 40% to at least 350,000. What do you think?” He also […]

TN Visa Application Approved for a happy Immigration Client

By Michael NirenNovember 6, 2012
A client who had used our immigration services on a previous occasion recently came to use for assistance with a TN Visa application. See what Richard had to say about us below. Thank you, Richard! Client Testimonial for a TN Visa Approval

Temporary Resident Permit 3 years Approved for Denied Entry to Canada

By Michael NirenNovember 6, 2012
Greetings Shabnam, Giovannie and et. al. I have been enjoying my renewed visits to Canada this Summer, thanks to your due diligence and assisting me to get the Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) approved (limited 3 years). As I recall the Criminal Rehabilitation would take a longer period of time (probably over 18+ months).  That time is […]

United States Immigration Lawyers in Toronto

By Michael NirenNovember 5, 2012
United States immigration and United States work visas are appealing to many Canadians. Even in an economy that isn’t fully recovered, many skilled Canadians are needed to work in the United States and the United States presents a great opportunity for Canadians who want to live there.  Options for immigrating to or working in the […]
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Am I Eligible for an H-1B Visa for the United States?

By Michael NirenDecember 19, 2019
Work in the US
Who is Eligible for an H-1B Visa A H-1B work visa is a United States work permit for specific occupations that require a highly skilled worker to fill an open position. Many of these positions are in technical fields and require a University degree. You could be eligible for one if you meet the following H-1B […]
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Denied Entry to the USA at the Airport 2025: Next Steps

By Michael NirenJanuary 15, 2025
InadmissibilitySecurity
In this article, we will talk about: What happens at the airport when denied entry to the US Reasons you may be denied entry at a US airport What to do if you are denied entry at a US airport Denied Entry to the US with a visa Hiring an immigration attorney after being denied […]

More Canadian Experience Class Applications To Be Accepted in 2013

By Michael NirenOctober 31, 2012
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is a relatively new immigration program – only a few years old. But it is an extremely successful program that allows people who have worked or studied in Canada to use their experience as a gateway to permanent residency.  The Canadian Experience Class The Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister, Jason Kenney, […]
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I am so very thankful to the VISAPACE team for making it all come true and possible from my Open Work Permit to my Permanent Residence, you make it all happen .Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart , Thank you for being part of my achievements. Now I am now a Permanent Residence through the effort, power and knowledge of VISAPLACE LEGAL TEAM.
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Yet Reena Sandu was assigned for my case. she helped me with enthusiasm and showed no hesitation despite me being an ex-client from 3 years ago.
I was very happy that even after 3 years of finishing business, Visa Place were respectful of their clients. Special thanks again to Reena for her enthusiasm and support.

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