International Immigration Law

Jan 13 2022

A business owner holding a Canadian flag

Establish a business in Canada – Owner-operator Work Permit under the International Mobility Program

By Ian Scott Canadian Immigration Law

You can apply for a work permit to come to Canada to establish and operate a company that you own 50% or more, even without a Labor Market Impact Assessment…

Jan 07 2022

Canadian permanent residency via the start-up visa program

By Ian Scott Canadian Immigration Law

Entrepreneurs who secure an investment from a designated venture capital, angel investor, or incubator in Canada can obtain permanent residency to direct their start-up business in Canada.

Jan 05 2022

Canadian permanent residency for the self-employed: creative and athletic professionals

By Ian Scott Canadian Immigration Law

Self-employed artists or athletes can apply for permanent residency in Canada through the self-employed persons program.

Jan 04 2022

A passport, airplane and airline tickets

I want to travel to Canada and I’m not fully vaccinated. How can I apply for authorization to travel to Canada?

By Ian Scott Canadian Immigration Law

Unvaccinated foreign nationals need to show non-“optional” travel purpose to enter Canada, e.g., reuniting with immediate family. Unvaccinated foreign nationals from outside the United States need to obtain written authorization…