CANADIAN IMMIGRATION SERVICES
The Law Offices of Steven Beiles offers services in all areas of Canadian immigration and refugee law as well as related matters. Please find below an overview of the services offered:
PRIMARY SERVICES
VALUE-ADDED SERVICES
CANADIAN PERMANENT RESIDENCY SERVICES
Individuals and families have a number of options when applying for permanent resident status in Canada. The Law Offices of Steven Beiles can assist in determining which class best suits you, your family or employees of your company.
Business Class Immigration
For individuals who have experience running or investing in businesses including entrepreneurs, investors and self-employed persons.
Family Class Immigration
For individuals who would like to sponsor a relative or be sponsored by a close family member in Canada.
Skilled Worker Class
For foreign professionals and workers who may qualify for permanent residence on the basis of skills and experience.
Provincial Nomination
For individuals who may not qualify as part of the skilled worker class, but may be eligible to be sponsored by one of the participating provinces to fill critical labour shortages.
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CANADIAN TEMPORARY RESIDENCY SERVICES
Individuals have a number of options when applying for temporary resident status in Canada. The Law Offices of Steven Beiles can assist in determining the documentary requirements for you, your family, or employees of your company.
Business Visitors (NAFTA, CCFTA, and GATS)
For business visitors who may be eligible to enter under the provisions outlined in certain trade agreements such as the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), the Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA) and the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS).
Live-in Caregiver
For individuals who provide care to children, the elderly or the disabled in a private household.
Study Permits
For foreign students who intend to come to Canada to study.
Work Permits
For foreign workers who enter Canada to work temporarily and to help address skill shortages in Canada.
Temporary Resident Visas (Visitor Visas)
For citizens of countries who require a visa to visit or transit through Canada.
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CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP SERVICES
Proposed changes to the Canadian Citizenship Act are ongoing as the act has not been changed since 1977. The Law Offices of Steven Beiles can assist with explaining how the legislation will likely be amended and how the proposed legislation may affect your rights to Canadian citizenship.
Steven may also assist with the following:
Citizenship Applications
Permanent residents who have lived in Canada for three years or more may be eligible to become Canadian citizens.
Citizenship Certificates
Canadian citizens who require proof of their citizenship may apply for a citizenship certificate.
Citizenship Test Preparation
Permanent residents between the ages of 18 and 59 must pass a comprehensive citizenship test in order to qualify for Canadian citizenship.
Retention of Citizenship
Canadian citizens who may lose their citizenship have the option of applying to register and retain their Canadian citizenship.
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RELATED CANADIAN IMMIGRATION SERVICES
The Law Offices of Steven Beiles can assist you with a number of related immigration services. Below is a sample of related services. If you have a matter that is not listed, feel free to contact Steven to discuss your particular matter and possible solutions.
Humanitarian and Compassionate Applications
For persons in Canada who would suffer excessive hardship if they had to return to their home country to apply for permanent residence in Canada.
Permanent Resident Cards (PR Cards)
For permanent residents who have completed the Canadian immigration process and have obtained permanent resident status, but are not yet Canadian citizens.
Immigration Appeals
For persons who wish to determine their rights to appeal and commence the appeal process of their failed immigration applications.
Refugee Protection
For persons in need of protection in or outside Canada who fear returning to their country of nationality or habitual residence due to a well-founded fear of persecution.
Same-Sex Immigration Matters
For individuals who would like specific advice regarding same-sex immigration matters such as sponsorship, refugee protection and independent applications.
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CANADIAN SETTLEMENT SERVICES
The Law Offices of Steven Beiles understands that moving to a new country can be a very difficult experience. As a value-added service, Steven provides unique services and advice for clients who would like assistance settling into Canada. Please find below a sample of our settlement services.
Employment Advice
For individuals who require information on entering the Canadian job market.
Accreditation Advice
For professionals who require assistance with academic and professional accreditation issues.
Settlement Advice
For individuals and families who require information regarding government-sponsored settlement agencies, language training programs and government services.
Networking Opportunities
For individuals who would like to be put in touch with fellow new residents and Canadians.
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NOTARY PUBLIC SERVICES
The Law Offices of Steven Beiles is pleased to provide Notary Public services for new and existing clients. Steven Beiles is a duly appointed Notary Public for the Province of Ontario pursuant to the Notaries Act.
A Notary Public may help you with the following:
- Drafting and/or swearing Statutory Declarations and Affidavits;
- Drafting and/or swearing Letters of Invitation;
- Serving as a Guarantor for Passport and Permanent Resident Card Applications;
- Certifying copies of documents as "true copies";
- Certifying documents that accompany immigration applications; and
- Swearing any other document that requires a notary's signature and seal.
Existing clients receive free certification of documents that accompany their immigration applications.
New clients who simply require notary services, are welcome to contact the firm to receive a quote for this service.
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