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Why Hire A Vancouver Business Immigration Lawyer?

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Canada is proud of the business immigration policies that

  • Contribute to our economic recovery and growth
  • Supplement the aging workforce
  • Help local businesses grow and hire skilled, trained and educated workers.

Due to the many programs available from both federal and provincial/territorial governments and the frequent program changes, an immigration lawyer must have a deep understanding of the available programs in each province in order to ensure that business applications are successful. Immigration policies in Canada are designed to strengthen economic growth and renew its aging workforce, while Canadian companies want to grow their business and manage their costs.

At Ackah Business Immigration Law, we have extensive expertise in immigration law, requirements and processes, including filing work visa applications, labour market impact assessments (LMIAs) and LMIA-exempt permits. We are committed to ensuring that all necessary procedures are carried out with precision and expediency. Whether for a business or an individual, our team provides the guidance and assistance you need to make the process of obtaining a visa or permit as straightforward, hassle-free cost-effective as possible.

  • Hiring our local Vancouver business immigration lawyers can provide many advantages:
    • Our lawyers are knowledgeable on local immigration programs and business needs, and have contacts and expertise which can be beneficial to foreign entrepreneurs, executives and investors in settling in, obtaining residency or even citizenship in Canada.
    • We will guide and advise you on the various immigration pathways available for your specific situation.
    • We proactively troubleshoot and prevent potential immigration problems. We exclusively practice immigration law, and Ackah Law Founder Evelyn Ackah has over 20 years of immigration law expertise, and 50+ years of combined experience. That means we are never caught unprepared or
    • Our flat-fee pricing means you are never surprised or unprepared for your bill.
    • We have over 20 years of experience and know how to maximize cost-effectiveness and minimize missed opportunities and wasted time.
    • We provide our corporate clients with compliance support and can help you prepare for a Compliance Review/Inspection and ensure that your organization complies with IRCC Temporary Foreign Worker Program (LMIA) and the International Mobility Program (LMIA exempt) requirements.
    • Ackah Law provides advice on employment-related matters including Recruitment and Hiring Practices, Termination and Severance, Workplace Investigations, Employment Policies & Practices, Privacy Obligations, Human Rights Requirements and Absence & Disability Management.
    • Ackah Law offers 24/7/365 support so when you need to cross a border, we can help and provide guidance.

    Ultimately, hiring an immigration lawyer can increase your chance of approval and successful settlement in Canada, according to the Toronto Star.

  • BC PNP: British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program

    Each province or territory has its own specific immigration procedures. The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) is a pathway for individuals seeking to settle in the province. In order to be approved applicants must

    • show that they have a net worth of at least CAD$600,000 and
    • are willing to invest $200,000 in a potential business venture. Furthermore,
    • successful candidates must have 3 years of business management experience and
    • be committed to taking an active role in the management of their business

    In order to gain approval for immigration, applicants must submit a detailed Business Plan describing their proposed investment and its potential for success. The plan must contain information regarding the industry, competitive analysis, human resource planning, and market research. If approved, applicants will be granted immigration status in the province.

    Ackah Business Immigration Law has extensive experience in both the BC PNP and the federal immigration program, as well as other PNP programs, and can guide business owners and immigrant entrepreneurs toward the best possible opportunities for succes in their business goals.

  • British Columbia Entrepreneur Immigration BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration

    British Columbia wants immigrant entrepreneurs! The British Columbia Entrepreneur Immigration stream has been extended to March 2024, and encourages entrepreneurial immigrants who want to start a business and settle in regional communities around BC with populations of fewer than 75,000:

    • exploratory community visit
    • minimum of $100,000 in eligible business investments
    • minimum personal net worth of $300,000
    • minimum of 51% ownership
    • minimum of 1 new job created
  • BC PNP’s Skills Immigration

    The Skills Immigration stream of the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) offers British Columbia employers the opportunity to hire and retain workers and recent graduates with the specialized skills, education and experience that their business requires. If you are unable to find a suitable permanent resident or Canadian worker for your position, nominating an employee through this program may be the best option. Upon nomination, your employee can receive a work permit support letter, allowing them to begin working with you right away.

    At Ackah Business Immigration Law, we guide you through the immigration journey to your desired destination. Our innovative legal practice combines professional knowledge, personal attention, and supportive advice. With knowledge and expertise, we navigate complex Canadian and U.S. immigration rules and regulations to solve problems and remove obstacles, before you get to the border.

Evelyn

Cross border paperwork, business and travel are challenging and frustrating, yet are critical to the smooth operations of a business. Ackah Law provides Canadian and American immigration services.

Evelyn Ackah, Founder and Managing Lawyer of Ackah Business Immigration Law is a Vancouver native with strong ties to the city, and has exclusively practiced immigration, NAFTA, and cross border business immigration law for over 20 years. Our Vancouver immigration legal team can provide you with the guidance and counsel needed to navigate complicated and frequently changing Canadian immigration laws. We understand your business needs and are here to make sure all of your immigration requirements are met in a timely and efficient manner so you can meet your business goals.

We make sure every step of your immigration journey is taken care of. Our experienced Vancouver legal team provides comprehensive services, including risk assessment and program selection for the most favourable immigration options available to business owners, investors and entrepreneurs. Whether it is a business or family-based application, we are confident in our ability to offer cost-effective and timely solutions tailored to your individual needs.

At Ackah Law, we strive for excellence and offer our clients reliable and customized legal services. We are passionate about helping our clients with their immigration needs and committed to providing them with tailored, proactive support. Our Vancouver office is determined to find timely solutions that meet the specific objectives of each individual client. We take pride in giving only the best advice and services available. If you require assistance with any type of business or personal immigration matter, please do not hesitate to reach out to us today. We look forward to assisting you.

We look forward to working with you to help make your business dreams a reality! Contact our Vancouver office today for assistance with all of your business immigration needs.

Award Winning Immigration Law Firm Transforming Lives Since 2010

Business Immigration to Vancouver, Canada

Opening a business in Canada

Investing in a local business

Moving foreign workers to Canada

It is essential to retain a local immigration lawyer who comprehends these criteria prior to submitting an application so that you have the highest possibility of success and achieving your goals:

The Ackah Business Immigration Law team is highly experienced in the field, having exclusively practiced immigration law for over two decades. We will collaborate with your business and HR department to provide invaluable knowledge throughout the whole process of opening a business or relocating personnel in Canada.

Our innovative legal practice combines professional knowledge, personal attention and supportive advice to proactively solve your immigration problem as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.

Immigration law is becoming more complex and challenging every day, and there are many backlogs and delays that cause frustration and missed opportunities. Immigration applications can be refused due to minor oversights and omissions that can delay or negatively impact your business. By not using a knowledgeable local lawyer you can be putting your business at risk.

Business Travel to Vancouver, Canada

International business travelers come to Canada for many professional and business travel reasons:

Professional conferences or meetings

Educational opportunities

Exploring new business opportunities in Canada

Visiting Canada-based locations or offices

When you travel to Vancouver, BC on business, your citizenship and how you cross borders into Canada (plane, car, boat, train) determine whether you need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) or a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). The reason for your visit determines the documentation you require to enter Canada as a business visitor, or if you qualify for a Work Permit Exemption.

Business Immigration to Vancouver, Canada

Opening a business in Canada

Investing in a local business

Moving foreign workers to Canada

It is essential to retain a local immigration lawyer who comprehends these criteria prior to submitting an application so that you have the highest possibility of success and achieving your goals:

The Ackah Business Immigration Law team is highly experienced in the field, having exclusively practiced immigration law for over two decades. We will collaborate with your business and HR department to provide invaluable knowledge throughout the whole process of opening a business or relocating personnel in Canada.

Our innovative legal practice combines professional knowledge, personal attention and supportive advice to proactively solve your immigration problem as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.

Immigration law is becoming more complex and challenging every day, and there are many backlogs and delays that cause frustration and missed opportunities. Immigration applications can be refused due to minor oversights and omissions that can delay or negatively impact your business. By not using a knowledgeable local lawyer you can be putting your business at risk.

Business Travel to Vancouver, Canada

International business travelers come to Canada for many professional and business travel reasons:

Professional conferences or meetings

Educational opportunities

Exploring new business opportunities in Canada

Visiting Canada-based locations or offices

When you travel to Vancouver, BC on business, your citizenship and how you cross borders into Canada (plane, car, boat, train) determine whether you need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) or a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). The reason for your visit determines the documentation you require to enter Canada as a business visitor, or if you qualify for a Work Permit Exemption.

Award-Winning Excellence

Evelyn Ackah and the Ackah Business Immigration Law team are proud of our success rate, client testimonials and our many awards and recognitions.

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Business Immigration Legal Services In Vancouver, BC

  • Ackah Business Immigration Law assists foreign entrepreneurs, business owners and investors who want to launch a new business, move to Canada to work in an existing business or new business or invest in a Canadian business and hire talented workers.
  • Ackah Law Compliance and HR services can help Canadian business prepare for Compliance Reviews and Inspections and ensure that their organization's work permits comply with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (LMIA) and the International Mobility Program (LMIA exempt) requirements – before they receive a call from the government.
  • Ackah Law helps businesses solve their global talent problems by helping employees cross borders seamlessly.
  • Our immigration services help global executive search companies hire foreign workers and provide expatriate management services.
  • Ackah Law assists relocation companies and foreign law firms get work permits and visas and other required documentation to move expats to new assignments in Canada or the United States.

FAQs About Immigrating To Vancouver

  • 1. Do I Need an Immigration Lawyer when Migrating to Vancouver?

    You need to know that immigration authorities do not require that you have an immigration lawyer in Vancouver before you can apply for Canadian immigration. However, employing immigration lawyers in Calgary offer you certain benefits. Experienced immigration lawyers can guide you through the immigration journey, making it a seamless process for you.

    Canadian immigration law changes from time to time. It is beneficial to have the efforts of an immigration lawyer in Vancouver to navigate through the immigration process without any unnecessary problems that cause delays or denials.

    While the Canadian immigration process may appear simple, the legal considerations and ramifications are highly complex. Not getting it right the first time can result in costly delays and negative consequences that can be avoided by an experienced Canadian immigration lawyer. The entire process of obtaining permanent residence is a long and stressful process, and ideally, you want to avoid dealing with it all alone.

    Knowing where to file, what documents are needed, and how to respond to government requests is part of the process, and is best handled by an immigration lawyer. From your PR application to calculating your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score and checking your documents, our team will make your immigration process easier and more convenient.

  • 2. How Do I Apply for A Permanent Residency Card?

    Every immigrant who is now a permanent resident of Vancouver must have a PR card. This card is the official proof confirming their ability to reside indefinitely in Vancouver even as non-Canadian citizens.

    For new permanent immigrants, the Canadian immigration authorities automatically give you a PR card without applying for one. The reason for this is that its part of the immigration process carried out by the immigration and refugee board.

    You may not get your permanent residence card immediately when you arrive in Vancouver. It typically takes three to four months before it arrives in your mail. Most of the time the processing time is always indicated on the board's website.

    On the other hand, you may need to renew your PR card. This might be as a result of a change of name, change of location, or a damaged or lost card. In this case, you will have to apply through the board website.

  • 3. Can a Student or a Worker Obtain a PR Visa?

    The Permanent Resident Visa is only given to foreign nationals. It offers them a one-time entry into Canada with a validity period within which they are expected to land in Canada. Students, workers, and foreigners who want to visit Canada are not entitled to receive a Permanent Resident Visa. Instead, a student will get a student visa, workers will get workers' permits and visitors will be given visitor visas.

  • 4. What is the Legal Process Like for Obtaining Permanent Residence Status?

    Aside from visiting Vancouver as a student, worker, or visitor, you can choose to migrate as a permanent resident. The Canadian government has a series of programs it uses to admit foreign nationals into Canada.

    • The first of these programs is known as Express Entry which is the most common and has the quickest and the most seamless processing.
    • There is also a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) which is targeted at skilful foreign nationals.
    • The federal skilled trades program is also another means of obtaining permanent residence.

    Other immigration opportunities are Atlantic Immigration Pilot, Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot, Family Sponsorship, Start-up Visa and Quebec Selected Skilled Workers. You can get a full understanding of all these programs and their requirements by consulting an experienced immigration lawyer at a Vancouver immigration law firm.

  • 5. What are the Requirements to Become A Canadian Citizen?

    IRCC requirements for Canadian Citizenship has requirements:

    • The first requirement is permanent residency status—only permanent residents can become Canadian citizens.
    • Secondly, your tax form must have been filled out for three consecutive years.
    • Also, you will be required to take a Canadian citizenship test which you must pass.
    • Language skill proficiency in either English or French is also a requirement.
    • Finally, you can not have a criminal record either in Canada or in your home country.
  • 6. How Do I Apply for Canadian Citizenship?

    Once you are eligible to become a Canadian citizen, the next step is to go through the application process. The entire process is a complex one and may require the effort of an extremely experienced immigration lawyer. You can then choose to employ immigration consultants or immigration lawyers from a Canadian immigration law firm.

    • The application process starts with calculating your staying time in Vancouver.
    • If eligible then you can proceed to download and fill out the application form.
    • Please note you will be required to pay the application fee, submit your application test, and take the citizenship test.
    • Finally, you will be invited to attend an interview and also to take the oath of citizenship.
  • 7. What is the Express Entry Program?

    The Express Entry Program is one of the easiest programs an immigrant can use to migrate to Vancouver. It is an online application where skilled immigrants can apply to become a Canadian permanent resident. Each applicant is assigned an Express Entry profile which serves as a ranking tool for admission. Your rank then allows you to apply for admission programs such as Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program or the Canadian Experience Class Program.

  • 8. How are Express Entry Points Calculated?

    The Express Entry Programs assess applicants based on several qualifying factors and assign a point to each one. Consequently, the point is used for ranking and determining the most suitable of the three programs as highlighted above.

    Free Express Entry Score Calculator

    Calculating points is based on the following;

    • Skills
    • Education
    • Language
    • Work experience

    You can get up to 1200 points and there is a benchmark for admission into each program.

    It’s possible to claim additional points if you

    • have a sibling in Canada
    • speak a high level of French
    • receive a job offer in the country
    • secure a nomination from a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

    This is immigration program is for workers who have the skills, education and work experience to contribute to the economy of a specific province or territory and have ambitions to live in that province and eventually become permanent residents of Canada.

  • 9. How Do I Work as an Immigrant in Canada?

    Working as an immigrant in Canada is based on certain factors. You might need to consult immigration lawyers to ascertain whether you can work in Canada or not. As a foreign national, you will need a work permit to work in Vancouver. The work permit can either be an open or closed permit. The open permit allows you to work for any employer in Vancouver while the closed permit has certain restrictions.

    Students with student visas may also be eligible to work depending on the clause stated on the study permit. Generally, you can apply for work in Canada through the International Experience Canada option.

  • 10. How can a Permanent Resident Search for a Job in Vancouver?

    Permanent residents are eligible to work for any employer within Vancouver. Making use of an immigration lawyer in Vancouver is the best way to ensure you are qualified for employment and have all the required documentation.

    You can make use of job websites, networking, volunteering, immigrant-serving organizations, employee agencies and recruiters to get a job as a permanent resident.

  • 11. What is the difference between a Permanent Canadian Resident and a Canadian Citizen?

    Permanent residents have the right to stay in Canada for as long as they live. Once granted permanent resident status, they must live in Canada for at least two out of every five years.

    While Canadian Permanent Residents obtain the rights and freedoms guaranteed under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, they do not have the right to vote, nor do they carry a Canadian passport.

    On the other hand, Canadian citizens acquire the right to vote, participate in political activities, and run for office. They may also apply for a Canadian passport.

  • 12. How much money do I need to move to Canada?

    The cost of applying for immigration for an individual to move to Canada varies considerably depending on what immigration program you apply for and who is sponsoring your immigration application. Included in application costs is proof of funds that show you have enough money to settle in the country.

    The estimated required money to move to Canada varies greatly depending on your type of immigration application and the number of family members joining you, if any. It also excludes the cost of your flight, accommodation, and other living expenses.

  • 13. How long does the application process take?

    Because every case is different, we can’t predict an exact processing time for your specific application. Some visas have an option for priority, fast-turn around processing.

    Processing time depends on IRCC’s visa office resources and the number of applications currently being processed and the immigration paperwork backlog. Your country of residence and application type also impacts processing time.

    Ackah Law works closely with our clients and we do our best to ensure your application is processed as quickly as possible.

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Email: contact@ackahlaw.com
Phone: (604) 985-9512
Fax: (403) 452-9514

Corporate and Individual Immigration Legal
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Vancouver, BC V6C 3G1
(604) 985-9512
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My sincere thank you to the Ackah Law for helping me to become a Permanent Resident here in Canada. I feel like I'm your family too because every time I feel down and hopeless, you guys are very supportive and always encouraging me that everything will be fine, that life is very beautiful ... you treat me not as a client but you treat me like a family and you showed it to me and I am very thankful that Ackah Law Team have a good heart... And you made it happened ... you work very professionally and I feel the confident working with you! Special thanks to Alicia and Evelyn for all the effort and knowledge you shared to me... you guys are awesome!

Hope you will continue to help other people like me and again, from my heart, I want to say thank you!

– Jaysen R

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