A new study conducted by researches at several prominent Canadian universities (including the University of Toronto, McGill University and the University of Western Ontario), second-generation immigrants in developed countries like Canada, the United States and Australia tend to be more successful with respect to wage earning than the “mainstream” population. According to the report, “In […]

Immigration Lawyer Michael Niren Quoted: Second-Generation Immigrants to Canada Earn More Than Canadians
2012 Top Choice Awards for Top Immigration Firm: Please Vote for Us!
Dear Clients and Friends, Our law firm has once again been nominated for the Top Choice Awards for the Top Immigration Firm in the GTA. We won this award for 2010 and 2011 and are hoping to continue the streak. We feel our success is based on our philosophy of providing top quality immigration and […]

Afghan Interpreter Denied Canadian Visa: Michael Niren on CFRB 1010 Talk Radio
The scandalous story of an Afghan interpreter Sayed Shah Sharifi who was denied a visa allegedly because he reporteted his difficulties with the Canadian immigration process to the media, has been denied his visa under a special measures program announced in 2009. This program was designed to help Afghan interpreters get visas to Canada who […]
Michael Niren on CTV News about US Citizens applying for Canadian work visas: “Reverse Brain Drain”
Due to the downturn in the US economy, Canadians are experiencing a “reverse brain drain”. Americans are seeking employment in Canada and are applying for Canadian work permits in record numbers. I was interviewed by Jennifer Ward on CTV this month about my experiences at my office with Americans applying for Canadian work visas. I […]

Happy Thanksgiving to our Immigration clients and friends. We have a lot to be thankful for!
Thanksgiving is a really special holiday in the immigration context. Our clients, many of whom have come to our shores in hopes of a better life, really understand what being thankful is all about. Some our of clients move to Canada in search of better employment opportunities, a more stable economy and a better place […]

Immigration Lawyer in Chicago: New Office, Same Great Service
Chicago here we come! We are expanding to the “Windy City”. US and Canadian immigration and visa services will be offered in Chicago and the greater Chicago Land area. Our office will be located at 22 W. Washington Street (Suite 1500) Chicago, Illinois 60602 USA. You can reach us direct at (312) 929-1477 or email us […]
2010 Top Choice Award Immigration Law firm Video is in
No it’s not the Academy Awards but we are proud and humbled by this award. Again, thank you to all our clients whom have placed their trust in us. 2011 looks like it will be a busy year for us and we hope to live up to our reputation as a Top Immigration law firm.

Niren and Associates Selected as "Top Immigration Law Firm" in Greater Toronto Area for 2010
We are very flattered to have received the 2010 “Top Choice” Award for the Top Immigration Law firm in the GTA for 2010. Thank you to all our clients who have voted for us. Over the year we have tried our best to get results for all their US and Canadian immigration and Visa cases. […]
New Immigration Lawyer joins Niren and Associates at Toronto Office
Niren and Associates Immigration Lawyers is pleased to announce the addition of a new Associate Lawyer to our staff roster. Naomi Zener, Canada and US Immigration Lawyer B.A., LL.M Naomi Zener earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science at McGill University in 1999, after which time she obtained both her LL.B. at Osgoode Hall […]
Toronto isthe 5th Most Populous Municipality in North America thanks to Immigration
Toronto immigration increases population Due to Niren and Associates strength as an immigration law firm, Toronto, Canada has become one of the fastest growing urban areas in North America, and has been named the 5th most populous municipality behind Mexico City, New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago. September 25, 2006 — Niren and Associates […]
Canadian Immigration System Caution | Do Not Enter Without a Lawyer
Do you really need a Canadian immigration lawyer? Canadian immigration laws are always changing and are often very complex – you may need a Canadian immigration lawyer. July 25, 2006 — Canada is a country built on immigrants. Immigration has traditionally shaped our society and our culture. Canada is among the world’s most generous nations […]