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H-1B Visa Changes in 2018 May Affect You and Your Spouse

By Ella BergquistDecember 7, 2020
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What is the H-1B Visa? The H-1B Visa is a work visa that allows highly skilled workers to work in the United States. A high skill worker is a worker with a University education or extensive work experience. To apply for this visa, you must have a current job offer from a United States Company. […]
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Express Entry Draw July, 2018 #94 – Canadian Immigration

By Ella BergquistJuly 20, 2020
Permanent ResidencyExpress Entry Draws
The latest round of invitation for Express Entry Draw July took place on July 11, 2018 which will be the 94th Express Entry draw. This was the 94th Express Entry Draw and the first draw of July 2018. The #94 Express Entry Draw issued 3,750 invitations to people with a CRS score of 442 or higher. […]
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What It’s Like to Live in Saskatchewan as a Newcomer

By Ella BergquistJuly 9, 2018
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Saskatchewan has been called the “land of the living skies” for its beautiful sunrises and colorful skies, and is known for its lakes and natural beauty. What you may not know, however, is what a diverse, lively, and unique place to live it really is. From a vibrant arts and culture scene, to its many provincial […]
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Top Questions and Answers About Canada Legalizing Weed

By Ella BergquistJuly 20, 2020
After October 17, 2018 Canada will be legalizing recreational marijuana use. The bill will allow Canadian provinces to control and regulate how marijuana can be grown, distributed and sold. Canada is the second country to legalize weed national wide, just behind Uruguay who legalized marijuana in 2017. Trudeau made legalizing cannabis part of his campaign platform […]
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Entering the US After Canada Legalized Cannabis

By Ella BergquistJuly 20, 2020
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On October 17, 2018 Canada officially allowed recreational use of cannabis nation wide. Canada is only the second country in the world to legalize marijuana, just behind Uruguay who leagalized marijuana’s production, sale and consumption in Demeter 2013. Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, explained that the bill is focused on making marijuana harder for kids to get […]
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Supreme Court Upholds Travel Ban: What it Means and What to Do if You’re Affected

By Ella BergquistJune 29, 2018
Policy
Over the past year, various versions of a travel ban on certain countries have been proposed. The first two versions were turned down, however, after months of deliberation the US Supreme Court has voted to uphold the ban as an acceptable exercise of executive power, with a few minor changes. Resulting in a 5-4 vote, […]
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Alberta Express Entry and Opportunity PNP Streams

By Ella BergquistFebruary 23, 2024
Permanent ResidencyPNP News and Updates
The Canadian province of Alberta has many streams as part of the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP). These are the Express Entry Stream, and the Alberta Opportunity Stream (AOS), each offering new opportunities for immigrants to get permanent residence. Find out all of the latest updates on the Albert PNP 2024 Draws. Express Entry Under […]
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Alberta for New Immigrants: Moving to Alberta

By Ella BergquistDecember 7, 2020
What It’s Like to Live in Alberta as a Newcomer The province of Alberta has a little bit of everything: from mountains and lakes, to arts and culture. The two largest cities in the province are Calgary and Edmonton, however Alberta is filled with smaller cities and towns each with something special to offer. Throughout […]
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Manitoba for Immigrants: Live Like a Local

By Ella BergquistDecember 7, 2020
What It’s Like to Live in Manitoba as a Newcomer Located in the heart of Canada between Ontario and Saskatchewan, Manitoba is one of the three prairie provinces. The landscape of Manitoba varies from lakes and rivers to mountains, forests, and prairies. It holds a great deal of protected wilderness with over 80 provincial parks […]
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The Naturalization Test: Language Test for US Immigration

By Ella BergquistAugust 13, 2021
When you’re attempting to become a U.S. Citizen, you will be required to pass the US citizenship test or other known as, the naturalization test. There are several pieces to the naturalization test: interview, civics test, and language test. The language test will assess your English skills in order to approve you for living in […]
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Language Test Options for Canadian Immigration: IELTS, CELPIP, TEF

By Ella BergquistDecember 20, 2021
When you’re applying to immigrate to Canada as a skilled immigrant or through Express Entry you must prove your language skills by taking an approved language test. To gain a Canadian visa you will need to show your English and/or French abilities to the IRCC. There are 3 types of tests: IELTS (International English Language […]
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Express Entry Draw June 25, 2018 #93 – Canadian Immigration

By Ella BergquistJuly 20, 2020
Permanent ResidencyExpress Entry Draws
The latest round of invitation for Express Entry took place on June 25, 2018 which was the 93rd Express Entry draw. This was the 93rd Express Entry Draw and the second draw of June 2018. The 92nd draw gave 3,750 invitations to those with a CRS score of 451 or higher.  The #93 Express Entry Draw […]
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What Is My NOC Code for Canadian Immigration?

By Ella BergquistJanuary 2, 2024
Working in Canada
What is the NOC and NOC Code in Canada? If you are applying to work in Canada on either a temporary or permanent basis, you will be required to identify a NOC code as part of your immigration application. The NOC code is a unique four-digit code assigned by the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system […]
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Express Entry Draw June 2018 #92 – Canadian Immigration

By Ella BergquistJuly 20, 2020
Permanent ResidencyExpress Entry Draws
The latest round of invitation for Express Entry took place on June 13th, 2018 which was the 92nd Express Entry draw June. This was the 92nd Express Entry Draw and the first draw of June 2018. The third Express Entry Draw May 2018 issued 700 invitations to people with a minimum CRS score of 288 for […]
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Express Entry Draw May 2018 #91 – Canadian Immigration

By Ella BergquistJune 4, 2018
Permanent ResidencyExpress Entry Draws
The latest round of invitation for Express Entry took place on May 30, 2018 which was the 91st Express Entry draw. This was the 91st Express Entry Draw and the third draw of May 2018. The third Express Entry Draw May 2018 issued 700 invitations to people with a minimum CRS score of 288 for FSTC […]
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Ljiljana Pavkov

I have nothing but praise! The entire team was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and kind, especially Mansi Sanghiv. She patiently explained everything I needed to know and resolved all of my concerns. I felt safe and well taken care of throughout the entire process. I am extremely satisfied with the service and experience, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for quality, dedication, and trust.

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Lisanne Cholette

Mansi has been helping me navigate through a new chapter in my life. It has been a huge comfort to be able to lean on her knowledge and expertise and I would highly recommend her to anyone!

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BERLITA COLLADO

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.
Sending you my best appreciation and thank you.

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Shahrzad Sh

“I truly want to thank Mansi. Her patience and thoughtful advices made a big difference for me. Her recommendations were not only helpful but also gave me clearer insight. Words can’t fully express how grateful I am for her support.”

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kevin geoffrey

Visa place helped me with my daughter’s sponsorship 3 years ago. Last week I contacted them for some clarification on a different matter. It was about an issue which technically was a problem of CIC’s software glitch and had nothing to do with Visa Place.
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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Nessie Leigh Ilarde

Thank you very much for helping me get my new visa! I appreciate Ms. Felicita and her colleagues for guiding us through the process making sure that everything is precise. Highly recommend your firm. Thanks again 🙂

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parker ellis

Mansi Sanghvi has been nothing for of remarkable for me. I have been dealing with a visa, immigration issues , and any time I have to call her, she has been there to answer any questions. Has answers to every question and is there to HELP YOU. Truly could not recommend her more.