The Complete Guide for American Companies Expanding to Canada

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Are you about to lose your tech employee due to immigration issues?

Every year, tens of thousands of skilled tech workers are forced to leave the US annually due to visa constraints. The costs associated with replacing such talent and the direct negative effect on businesses and team morale drive home the urgency of a solution. Imagine a scenario where you can swiftly, legally, and cost-effectively relocate your top-tier, remote talent to continue their work uninterrupted from Canada.

Have you considered transferring
to Canada even if you don’t have presence? 

Through our Canadian Tech Talent Relocation Program (TRIP), we provide a lifeline for U.S. companies facing the risk of losing their tech talent due to visa restrictions. Our approach aligns with the need to navigate complex immigration hurdles while ensuring business continuity and fortifying your workforce. 

Our 3-Step Process To Relocate Your Employee

1. Case Approval

Our lawyer assesses your employee's Canadian work eligibility

2. Expert Guidance

Our Canadian immigration and relocation experts
guide you through the entire process step by step

3. Seamless Onboarding

We onboard employee with Canadian payroll and benefits fostering work continuity

Learn how Dallas-based Pension Live relocated their foreign-born employee to Vancouver to work remotely through Syndesus.

"Without attaining his visa, Pranav and his wife would have had to leave the US. As a valued member of the team, Pension Live looked for ways to keep him employed."

Why our clients choose Canada

Responsive Comparison Table
H-1B
(US)
TRIP
(Canada)
How are candidates chosen? Lottery Merit
When can you apply? Before lottery, once/year with 2-3 chances max Anytime
Annual caps for candidates  85,000 cap No quota
Process for Green Card/Permanent Residence Company sponsorship Candidate owns the process
Time for Green Card / Permanent Residence 3–20 years
5-50 years
1-3 years
12-24 months
Timeline to get approval If selected, takes 4-6 months for approval 15–60 days
Approval rate ~15% (odds of lottery selection) 99%
Work Visa
(Lawyer and government fees)
$10K–$15K $5K-$6K
Green Card
(Lawyer and government fees)
$15–$20K Paid by worker

What our clients say about us.

Retain Foreign born Tech Talent for your company

Our relocation experts are here to answer your questions and explore options for retaining your tech employees in Canada. 

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