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!
Moving to the US from Canada? Know the Tax Issues
Below is a blog written by my colleague south of the border,Renea Glendinning, CPA of Kerkering, Barberio & Co. in Sarasota Florida. It is a great summary of the tax issues facing Canadians wishing to move to the US. Beyond just US immigration issues which are discussed extensively in our blogs, people wishing to immigrate […]
5 Myths and Misconceptions About Immigrants in Canada
There is still unfortunately plenty of anti-immigration sentiment all across Canada, but the statistics don’t lie. In fact, the reality is often the exact opposite of some of the biggest and untrue myths about immigration in Canada. Only by truly examining statistics about everyday situations, we can really begin to understand the most common myths […]
Canadian Citizenship Application Backlog Becoming A Problem
According to this CBC article, many people are caught up in a Canadian Citizenship application backlog that is affecting people’s travel plans. Canadian Citizenship Applications Stuck In Backlog Ever since it became mandatory to hold a passport to travel between the United States and Canada, more people who have been born abroad but have been […]
Provinces need more input on immigration levels: BC
Provinces finding investor immigrant visa quotas too small Two weeks ago, the Premier of British Columbia called for the Canadian immigration system to give more power to the provinces when it comes to selecting immigrant quotas. She said that currently, the Canadian federal government doesn’t get enough input from the individual provinces, and skilled or […]
Super Visas for Parents Now Launched
July 2022 Update: As of July 4, 2022, the length of stay for Super Visa holders in Canada will be expanded to five years per entrance. Learn more here. Super Visa Applications for Parents and Grandparents Today is the day that Canadian immigration gets “Super”. Super Visas for Parents and Grandparents are now effective. Super Visas […]
Legal action filed against Ottawa for Canadian immigration backlog
According to this article from the Toronto Star, legal action has been filed against the Canadian government for taking too long to process immigration applications. Imagine filing a Canadian immigration application between 2004 and 2008, and still not having any word on whether the application was approved or denied – because they haven’t gotten to […]
US Waiver Application for Canadians
Denied Entry at the US Border? You may need a US Waiver Application for Canadians Canadians crossing into the US is like a pastime. Whether entering the US for a shopping trip, to visit a relative or for business, Canadians take advantage of our largest trading partner’s close proximity and huge border facilities that can […]
Is the Live-in caregiver program for Canada in jeopardy?
The live-in caregiver program has been a popular way for immigrants to move to and earn an income in Canada. And after working in Canada, live-in caregivers are rewarded with permanent residency. But lately, there have been some problems with the live-in caregiver program: Wait time to come to Canada has increased to 18 months […]
Refused Entry to Canada and then approved
Thank you Niren and Associates for helping me with my application for entry into Canada. I was refused due to an old conviction in the US and could not visit my relatives. Now that you have helped me, I can cross into Canada like a regular American. Thank you so much for your patience and […]
4 Ways You Can Lose Permanent Residency in Canada
When granted a Canadian immigration status, you are required to do what it takes to abide by immigration laws and successfully keep your status valid. Those who live in Canada long enough to obtain Canadian permanent residency often ask if it’s possible to lose permanent residency despite it being a “permanent” status. Yes, it is […]
Immigrants Healthier than Canadians
We recently posted an article about how Asian immigration to Canada has been positively influencing Canadian eating habits. Now, new Statistics Canada data is saying that immigrants are overall much healthier than Canadians in general. According to this CBC article, the mortality rate for immigrants is much lower than that of Canadians who were born […]
Inside Scoop on Canadian and US Immigration Help: Watch our Webinar
You want to know the “real deal’ when it comes to hiring a lawyer or law firm for immigration services? There is a lot of mis-information out there in cyberspace about who to turn to for help when it comes to immigration service providers, whether they be licensed immigration lawyers, consultants or just friends and family. Immigration […]
2012 Top 25 Canadian Immigrants Nominations Open
The nominations for the Top 25 Canadian Immigrants of 2012 are now open. This peoples’ choice award is given to Canadian immigrants who are over 14 years old, a landed immigrant or Canadian citizen and have had a positive impact on Canada. “Who qualifies to be a Top 25 Canadian Immigrant? Any immigrant who has […]
United States Looking for EB-5 Investor Immigrants
Canada and the United States each have their own immigrant-investor programs as a way for prospective immigrants to live and work in the respective countries, but the United States’ version is lesser known. According to this article from Yahoo News, huge, lengthy backlogs have resulted in serious delays for immigrants looking to invest in Canada, […]
Afghan Interpreter Denied Canadian Visa: Michael Niren on CFRB 1010 Talk Radio
The scandalous story of an Afghan interpreter Sayed Shah Sharifi who was denied a visa allegedly because he reported his difficulties with the Canadian immigration process to the media, has been denied his visa under a special measures program announced in 2009. This program was designed to help Afghan interpreters get visas to Canada who […]