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!
Should I make the move?
As immigration lawyers, we often get inquires from people asking whether they should move from their place of residence to Canada or to the US. Now this may seem like a standard question for an immigration lawyer but in most cases, we find that such people have really “jumped the gun” so to speak. What […]
Live Chat responses from Canadian Immigration Minister
Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney engaged in a Live Chat through the Globe and Mail website a week ago, which allowed Canadians to ask questions to both the minister and Rob Oliphant, who is the Canadian Liberal Multiculturalism critic. A series of well-rounded questions were asked, and several questions sparked miniature debates between […]
Happy Canadian Thanksgiving to our Immigration Clients and Friends
We in Canada have a lot to be thankful for. Consistently rated as one of the best countries to live in by the UN, Canada is a top immigration destination for those seeking a better life for themselves and their families. With our stable banking system, low crime rate and highly educated demographic, Canada has […]
New Canadian immigration program expansion for newcomers
Last week, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announced a new program intended to provide new immigrants with ways to get temporary work experience relevant to their occupational fields. These work placements will be within the Federal government in order to help newcomers have a smoother transition into the Canadian workforce. “Newcomers are key […]
George Galloway to sue Canadian Immigration Minister
George Galloway, a former member of the British Parliament who was refused entry to Canada for a year-and-a-half has announced he is planning on suing Canadian Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney as well as the Canadian government for damaging his reputation. Galloway was active in British Parliament and is known for his opinions […]
US Candidate disputes knowing that her housekeeper was illegal in the US
A United States nominee for Governor of California, who has staunch views on denying benefits for illegal immigrants, has been found to have hired an illegal immigrant as her housekeeper from 2000 to 2009 Meg Whitman, a Republican candidate, has stated that she was previously unaware of her housekeeper’s status in the US because the […]
Failure to repay welfare by ex prevents spousal sponsorship for new wife
Spousal sponsorship delayed by ex-wife’s activites A man who divorced his first wife years ago and re-married in 2006 cannot sponsor his new wife because he’s on the hook for his ex-wife’s welfare bill, totaling almost $30,000. Ignatius Seffalaar is a baker in Saskatchewan and a Canadian citizen originally from the Netherlands. A frequent traveler […]
Canadian gets TN Visa for working in the US
TN Visa application approved thanks to Niren and Associates I just got my TN visa thanks to all the help and preparation provided by Katherine Yang and her team. I was previously denied entry into the States and was in a very tight spot. But Katherine and her team did a great job of quickly putting […]
An H1B Visa “Thank You”
H1B Visa Approved thanks to Niren and Associates Immigration Law Firm Dear Fadi: How does one express the deep gratitude I owe you and your firm? Before contacting your firm I had engaged two law firms in the USA. The first was quick to quote a non-refundable price and send contracts. After this they were also […]
Immigration Refusals overturned on Appeal as CIC e-mails never received
E-mail problems lead to immigration refusals A recent ruling by a Federal Court judge has overturned on appeal, six rejections of permanent residence applications by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Citizenship and Immigration Canada had chosen to send important questions to the applicants’ immigration consultant who was based in Vancouver, British Columbia, via e-mail, and those […]
Overhaul of Canada’s Immigration System? Not this way
The Centre for Immigration Policy Reform launched this week calling for a review of Canada’s immigration policy under the questionable belief that the majority of immigrants are a significant drain on the system in Canada. For those regular readers of our blog, you know where I stand on such a position. But let’s consider this […]
Citizenship Act changes in 2009 easily forgotten
Citizenship Act changes in 2009 have serious repercussions This week a story on CBC publicized how the changing of the Citizenship Act last year can have serious repercussions for many Canadians. In particular, one man who was born in Scotland to Canadian parents 40 years ago, whose parents registered him as a Canadian born abroad. […]
Spousal Sponsorship Refused and successfully Appealed
Spousal Sponsorship refusal overturned thanks to Niren and Associates To Katherine Yang, Because of your hard work and experience for our Sponsorship Appeal case we are together forever after a long time. Thank you Katherine very very much. You are really kind, the world is a nice place because of people like you. We are […]
Work Visas for Ontario: The Canada-Ontario Immigration Agreement for Temporary Foreign Workers
Canadian-Ontario agreement for Temporary Foreign Workers Finally, Ontario has stuck a deal with the Federal government for its own Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Applicants wishing to immigrate, visit, study or work in Ontario now have more options. Below are some highlights of the program regarding Work Visas for Ontario: The Ontario Ministry of Economic Development […]
Canadian visas are going biometric next year
A five-year project beginning next year will see Canadian visa applicants fingerprinted and photographed as a part of their application. The state-of-the-art biometric system will continue to be implemented through to 2013. The project is a joint venture between Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC), the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Canada Border Services Agency […]