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!
New Rules for Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)
The Post Graduate Work Permit Program allows students who have graduated from eligible Canadian designated learning institutions to obtain an open work permit to gain valuable Canadian work experience. Skilled Canadian work experience in NOC skill type 0 or skill level A or B that is gained through the PGWPP helps graduates qualify for permanent residence in […]
Canadian Federal Skilled Worker Program
(Below is a transcription of this video) Question; I’m an electrician from Ireland. My family and I would like to immigrate to Canada. What do I need to know? You should take a look at the Federal Skilled Trades Program. Understanding the Federal Skilled Worker Program This is a new immigration category designed for skilled […]
US Tech Workers Moving To Canada in 2020
Similar to the United States, Canada’s technology is continuously growing and offers plenty of occupational opportunities to those tech workers looking to settle there. Canada is more open to bright and talented individuals looking to launch their careers or start-up businesses in the tech field. In 2019, the tech employment increasing by nearly 60,000 positions […]
Quebec Skilled Worker Immigration
The Quebec Skilled Worker Program is set to reopen April 1st expected to be released shortly that will set the program’s restrictions. In 2014 the Quebec Government imposed a limit of 6,500 applications which was reached in early August 2014. Now, only those applicants who have a valid employment opportunity will be considered until the […]
Expanding Your Business Into Canada Visa
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hello. My name is Michael Niren, I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. This is a video for those who are interested in getting a work visa to Canada and who have a business overseas in their home country. Benefits to Expanding Your Business Into Canada One […]
15 Steps to Get Yourself Approved as a Federal Skilled Worker in Canada in 2014
Canada, the second largest country in the world, is one of the most sought after places for emigration. For five consecutive years, the United Nations has ranked Canada the best place to live in terms of: Educational opportunities Crime rates Unemployment To give your application the best chance, you should follow these guidelines when applying: […]
Moving to Canada Without a Job Offer
When immigrating to Canada as skilled workers, we usually encourage those entering the Express Entry pool to obtain a job offer before settling in Canada for extra CRS Score points. For those who rather wait until settling in Canada for a job offer, you may want to know your options. Express Entry Programs That Don’t […]
Immigration Appeal Pilot Project Underway in Toronto
The Federal government has launched a pilot project at the Federal Court in Toronto to see if there is a way to quickly expedite the appeals of time-sensitive work permit, visitor visa and student visa application denials. Currently, it can take as many as 200 days to fully process an appeal for someone who has […]
How to Work in Canada under the North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)
If you are a professional and need to gain access into Canada for business reasons you are in luck! There is an agreement called NAFTA which allows citizens of Mexico and the U.S to enter Canada for business purposes. [NAFTA is under revision. NAFTA will most likely turn into the USMCA (United States Mexico Canada […]
Start-Up Visa lures H1B applicants to Canada
The new Start-Up Visa is being touted as a way for immigrants with skills and ideas to immigrate to Canada, with Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney recently visiting the United States to tell immigrant entrepreneurs that they should come to Canada instead. The way that many entrepreneurs and people with special skills currently […]
New changes to the Foreign Worker Program
The Temporary Foreign Worker Program allows Canadian employers to bring foreign workers to Canada when they are not able to find willing or able Canadians to fill jobs that they have available. However, a recent news story found that the Royal Bank of Canada may be bringing in foreign workers to replace their Canadian workers, […]
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 […]
Canadian Temporary Work Permits for NAFTA Professionals
North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) If you are a business professional and need to gain access to Canada for business reasons or work you are in luck! There is an agreement called NAFTA which allows citizens of Mexico and the U.S to enter Canada for business purposes. If you are covered by NAFTA you […]
Changes to the Job List for the Federal Skilled Worker Program
As you may have read, a significant backlog of immigration applications has caused the Canadian government to put a temporary stop on the acceptance of applications for the Federal Skilled Worker Program. However, the government is going to start accepting applications for the new applications as soon as May 4th, 2013! When the time comes, only […]
Canadian Skilled Worker Job List
The Federal Skilled Worker Program just re-launched, and we are often asked what jobs qualify for this program. The jobs are found on a list called the NOC job list, or the National Occupation Classification. This list of jobs ensures that the definitions of various occupations around Canada are the same across the board, and […]