Individuals
The firm advises, assists, and represents you throughout the entire process.
Canada welcomes thousands of newcomers every year. Fully aware that the decision to leave one’s country of origin or a host country is often difficult and that the process is fraught with challenges, we are committed to being present to facilitate your immigration journey.
Temporary Immigration
Fully aware that the decision to leave one’s home country or a country of adoption can be difficult and that the process can be full of obstacles, we are committed to being present from start to finish to facilitate your project. Whether it's to visit Canada, study there or work there, we will be present and available!
Visiting Canada is one of your future projects? Make sure to obtain the necessary travel authorizations as the requirements vary depending on your country of origin and on the means of transportation used to enter Canada.
For example, travelers from certain countries must obtain a visa before entering Canada, regardless of the means of transportation (airplane, car, bus, train, cruise ship). However, habitants from visa-exempt countries must instead obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to board a flight to Canada.
You’ve done research and found out that you need a visitor visa but don't know where to start? Contact us before submitting your application, and we will be happy to assist you.
Planning to visit Canada for business and wondering if you need a work permit or a special visa to enter Canada? Generally, it is not required, as long as you are coming to Canada to participate in international business activities and not directly entering the Canadian labour market.
However, be mindful that the requirements for a visitor visa and an eTA remain the same, whether you are entering Canada as a visitor or as a business visitor. Take the time to acquire the necessary information as a work permit may be required in certain instances.
You wish to work in Canada and want to learn more about the possibilities of obtaining an "open" or "closed" work permit?
Generally, subject to additional eligibility conditions, "open" work permits can be issued for certain categories of individuals, including recent graduates, young workers participating in special programs, spouses and common-law partners of certain workers and of international students, and applicants for permanent residency who have submitted their application in Canada.
"Closed" work permits ties the temporary foreign worker to a specific employer who must, prior to the candidate’s submission of their work permit application, apply for a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or submit a job offer through the Employer Portal and pay certain fees.
The application process for work permits, particularly the LMIA, can be complex and time-consuming. Consequently, we encourage you to contact us for a consultation on the matter. Additionally, if an employer wishes to hire you but is hesitant about this process, please note that we also offer a free phone consultation for any employer wishing to hire a temporary foreign worker.
Are you planning to study in Canada and have received an acceptance letter for your chosen program? You now need to obtain your study permit before arriving in Canada, but how do you go about it?
Make sure to acquire the necessary information as the requirements vary depending on the duration of your study program and whether family members will accompany you or not. Also, if your study destination is Quebec, you will need to submit a request for a Certificat d'Acceptation du Québec (CAQ) to the relevant authorities before applying for the study permit.
Don't forget that your application must convince the immigration officer of the temporary nature of your stay in Canada. Thus, a well-prepared study permit application often requires more documents than expected. Contact us before submitting your application!
Permanent immigration
Fully aware that the project of settling permanently in a new country is of great importance, we are committed to offering you the options that best suit your background and provide you with the highest chances of being accepted as a permanent resident of Canada.
You’ve studied in Canada, are in the process of obtaining a Quebec diploma, or are legally employed in Canada? You may be eligible for the Quebec Experience Program, also known as "PEQ."
This program allows you to obtain a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) for permanent residency. Make sure you are eligible and submit complete applications, as incomplete files will be returned to you. Feel free to contact us to review of your application, avoiding any delays!
If you do not qualify for the PEQ, you may be eligible for the Regular Skilled Worker Program of Quebec, also known as "PRTQ," which calls for a selection grid granting points based on the candidate's background. This program considers the characteristics of the spouse or common-law partner, as well as diplomas obtained in Quebec or abroad and work experience.
If you think you qualify for either of these programs, contact us for an evaluation. We will be happy to guide you toward obtaining your permanent residency!
If you wish to sponsor your spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner, note that there are two types of sponsorship: from outside of Canada and from within Canada. In the latter case, the person being sponsored may be eligible for an open work permit, allowing them to stay and work in Canada while the application is being processed.
Under certain conditions, it is also possible to sponsor your children and other family members. If you miss your loved ones and want to learn more about the sponsorship or family reunification process, contact us!
If you wish to become a permanent resident of Canada but do not qualify for any programs and are in an exceptional situation, it may be worthwhile to explore permanent residency applications for humanitarian considerations. These applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis, and the factors used to grant or deny permanent residency for humanitarian reasons include:
- The level of establishment in Canada;
- Family ties in Canada;
- The best interests of a child;
- The consequences of a refusal of the application.
The risks of persecution upon returning to your home country or your habitual country of residence are not considered in the context of permanent residency for humanitarian considerations. Refer to the following section: Asylum.
Canada, in its humanitarian tradition, offers asylum to individuals who are on its territory and fear persecution if they were to return to their country due to:
- their race;
- their religion;
- their political opinions;
- their nationality;
- their membership to a social group, such as women or members
of a sexual minority.
More specifically, persecution refers to the risks of torture, cruel and unusual treatment or punishment, and threats to life. If you are in Canada and believe that you will be persecuted if you return to your country of origin or your usual country of residence, you may have the right to seek protection in Canada as a refugee. We are here to support you with your asylum application.
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We also handle problematic situations such as status restoration after a loss of status, inadmissibility for health reasons or other grounds, and territorial bans.
If you are in any of these situations, contact us promptly to explore the options available to you so that you can remain in Canada legally.
Receiving a negative decision is often difficult and can shake your immigration plans. If you receive a negative decision, we strongly encourage you to contact us so that we can assess whether it's possible to request a reconsideration, appeal the decision, or submit a more complete application. In any case, we will advise you on the best option available to you.
You have been a permanent resident for several years and want to become a Canadian citizen?
Make sure you have accurately counted your days of physical presence in Canada as a permanent resident before submitting your application. If you were a temporary resident of Canada, you may also be eligible for citizenship sooner than you think!
