The Vietnamese tech worker who lost his H-1B
A tech worker from Vietnam was living in Dallas, Texas, on an F-1 visa when he faced an all-too-common challenge: despite strong support from his employer, he lost the H-1B visa lottery, dashing his hopes for a long-term future in the US. It seemed like he and his family would have to start over elsewhere.
Thanks to Path to Canada, his story had a different ending. We helped his US employer sponsor a Canadian work permit using Canada’s Global Talent Stream (GTS), which can be processed in as little as two weeks. This allowed him to move to Calgary, stay with his employer, and continue doing the job he loved — all while remaining in the same time zone as his colleagues in the US.
Today, he has the stability he sought for himself and his family. Plus, Canada’s GTS offers a fast track to permanent residency and citizenship, opening even more doors for his future. As a Canadian citizen, he will have additional immigration options for the US, such as the TN visa, if he ever decides to return. But most importantly, he has the peace of mind that comes with long-term stability.
The Iranian tech worker with a tough immigration story
Immigrating to the US can be particularly challenging for professionals from countries like Iran. One talented engineer we worked with had an impressive educational and professional background but faced years of uncertainty due to geopolitical tensions and the intensive vetting process for Iranians applying for US work visas.
Instead of waiting endlessly, he chose a different path. Path to Canada connected him with a Canadian employer that was eager to hire his talents. Within weeks, he had a job offer, a Canadian work permit, and a new start in Calgary.
Canada’s growing tech sector and welcoming environment made it the perfect choice for him. He didn’t have to navigate the complex US visa system or endure years of waiting. Instead, he quickly settled into a new role, contributing his skills to a thriving Canadian company.
The Cuban tech worker who couldn’t move to the US
Another inspiring story involves a Cuban tech worker who had spent years working remotely for American companies. Despite his excellent English skills and technical expertise, he and his colleagues struggled to secure sponsorship for a move to the US. While some of his friends relocated to Europe, they faced language barriers and other challenges in their new countries.
For him, Canada offered the perfect alternative. He found a Canadian employer, secured a work permit in weeks, and moved to Calgary. Unlike his friends, he didn’t have to learn a new language or navigate as many hurdles to settle in. Instead, he found a welcoming community and a smooth path to permanent residency.
Your Pathway to Canada Starts Here
These stories show how moving to Canada can offer talented individuals stability, career opportunities, and a fresh start. Whether you’re struggling with the H-1B lottery, facing visa challenges, or looking for better opportunities, Canada may be the answer.
Path to Canada makes it easy to navigate this journey. We work with tech professionals who want to move to Canada, helping them find jobs with Canadian companies willing to sponsor their work permits. If your current employer is open to relocating your role to Canada, we can help with that, too, through our Employer of Record services. This allows you to keep your current job while living and working in Canada.
Why Move to Canada?
Canada is home to a booming tech sector, a high demand for skilled professionals, and immigration policies designed to attract global talent. From fast work permits to pathways to permanent residency and citizenship, Canada offers what many professionals are looking for: security, opportunity, and a better quality of life.
How can we help you?
At Path to Canada, we specialize in helping foreign-born tech workers find their next opportunity. Whether you’re looking to continue working for your US employer from Canada or want to start fresh with a Canadian company, we have a solution for you.
Join our database to connect with Canadian companies eager to hire skilled talent, or reach out to us to learn how we can help you take the next step in your career and life. A new chapter in Canada is closer than you think.