Dean Szikinger   Of Counsel

Dean has been assisting individuals and families with all types of Canadian immigration applications for over a decade. He has experience resolving complex matters involving refused applications, inadmissibility, procedural fairness, and out of status applicants. He regularly represents clients before the administrative tribunals of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada and in Federal Court. Dean also works with employers and businesses to guide them through the process of obtaining positive Labour Market Impact Assessments, and he assists individuals to obtain work permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program and the International Mobility Program.

Dean is Past Chair of the Manitoba Bar Association Immigration Law Section and Past President of the Community Legal Education Association. He is involved in the community by volunteering with other organizations such as the Newcomer Employment and Education Development Service.

Dean immigrated to Canada from Hungary with his family in the 1990s. He knows firsthand the unique needs and challenges faced by immigrants and their families, and he considers it a privilege to be in a position to help.

Tiffany Osman-Chi   Of Counsel

Tiffany Osman-Chi is the Founder and Principal of Harbour Rowe Immigration Advisory, a full-service immigration practice based in Calgary, Alberta, providing strategic, evidence-driven immigration solutions to individuals, families, and corporate clients across Canada and internationally. Her practice is grounded in legal advocacy and a deep understanding of the evolving Canadian immigration landscape.

Tiffany was born in Taiwan and immigrated to Canada with her family as a child. She grew up in Vancouver, B.C., and graduated from the University of British Columbia with degrees in English Language and Political Science. After several years as an enforcement officer with the Canada Border Services Agency, she began her career in immigration in 2012 and holds an RCIC-IRB license with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants. Her practice assists clients with a wide range of immigration matters, including corporate immigration, complex application strategies, inadmissibility, removal order hearings and appeals, citizenship grants, and procedural fairness concerns.

Tiffany is also widely recognized for her contributions to the immigration profession. As a proud first-generation immigrant, she has been volunteering with S.U.C.C.E.S. BC for many years to provide immigration-related advice and support to newcomers in Canada. She serves as a Director of Communications with Imm Seminars, where she develops and presents continuing professional development (CPD) programming for immigration practitioners across Canada. She is also actively involved in teaching and mentoring within immigration law programs, including her work with Queen’s University’s Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law (GDipICL), where she supports the next generation of practitioners through instruction, feedback, and practical training.

Known for her thoughtful and client-centered approach, Tiffany is committed to delivering high-quality, responsive service while maintaining the highest professional standards. She brings clarity and structure to complex immigration matters, helping clients navigate uncertainty with confidence and informed decision-making. Tiffany’s approach is shaped by her belief that immigration is not only a legal process, but a deeply personal journey. She is dedicated to helping clients build sustainable pathways to Canada through integrity, diligence, and innovative problem-solving.

Outside of her practice, Tiffany is passionate about eating good food, discovering new dog parks, buying handmade candles and bath bombs, and collecting KLM Delft Blue houses.

Ankita Goyal   Of Counsel

Ankita Goyal is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC-IRB), educator, and immigration professional with over seven years of experience supporting individuals, families, and international students through complex Canadian immigration matters. She is the Managing Director of Immigracia Visa Consulting, where she advises clients on a broad range of Canadian immigration pathways with a strong focus on clarity, compliance, and client-centered support.

Her practice includes permanent residence applications, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), family sponsorships, study permits, work permits, post-graduation pathways, temporary residence applications, and broader immigration strategy. Ankita brings a multidisciplinary background in immigration advising, higher education, and student services, allowing her to support clients with both technical precision and practical insight.

In addition to her consulting work, Ankita works in international student advising within the post-secondary sector and has extensive experience helping students, graduates, workers, and families navigate Canadian immigration processes with confidence. Her professional approach is shaped by years of frontline advising, policy interpretation, stakeholder support, and public-facing education.

Ankita also teaches immigration law and policy at Queen’s University and Ashton College. She has taught and presented on a range of immigration topics for students, professionals, and community stakeholders, and is known for translating complex immigration rules into practical, accessible guidance.

She graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2019 as the valedictorian of the Certificate in Immigration: Law, Policies and Procedures program. Ankita is also a doctoral candidate at Northeastern University, Boston, where her research focuses on immigration challenges faced by international students in Canada. Her academic work deepens her understanding of the legal, institutional, and personal barriers many newcomers face, and informs the empathetic, informed perspective she brings to each file.

With a reputation for professionalism, responsiveness, and thoughtful guidance, Ankita is committed to helping clients make informed decisions and move forward with confidence in their Canadian immigration journey.

Dvir Egdal   Of Counsel

Dvir Egdal is the Co-founder and Lead Consultant of Egdal Immigration Consulting. As a certified Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant holding a Class L3 Unrestricted Practice license (RCIC-IRB), he is a member in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC). With a deep understanding of Canada’s Federal and Provincial Immigration Programs, Dvir has successfully guided countless individuals and families through the journey of becoming temporary and permanent residents of Canada.

Operating out of Edmonton, Alberta, Dvir runs the practice alongside his wife and co-founder, Merav. Together, they have built a family-run firm rooted in complete transparency, high-quality service, and personalized care.

Understanding that the immigration process can be one of life’s most stressful events, Dvir is committed to removing the guesswork. He takes a forward-thinking approach to formulate creative, effective strategies while ensuring every client knows exactly what to expect. At Egdal Immigration Consulting, there are no hidden costs—Dvir ensures you know exactly what needs to be done, and what needs to be paid, every step of the way so you can plan ahead with confidence.

When he is not navigating complex immigration files or representing clients at tribunals, Dvir loves spending time with his family, is an avid chess player with a sharp eye for tactics and singletrack mountain biking.

Steve Parr Of Counsel

Steve Parr practices with Parr Business Law which is in collaboration with Slayen Immigration Law.  Steve and his team bring a wealth of expertise and a straightforward approach to every client interaction.

An entrepreneur at heart, Steve founded and sold a vacation rental company before launching Parr Business Law in 2017. Steve earned his law degree from the University of Victoria in 2014 and also holds a B.A. in Women’s Studies.

When he’s not in the office, you’ll find Steve pursuing his passion for learning new languages, surfing, playing pickleball, spikeball or hitting up some sauna and cold plunge locale. Forever committed to inner work, Steve has also been a member of the Vancouver personal growth community, the Arka Brotherhood for nearly a decade.

Rebeca Barreto   Of Counsel

Rebeca Barreto is a Brazilian-Canadian citizen and a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC), licensed by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants – R706317. She is a graduate of the University of British Columbia and also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Social Communication, with a specialization in Trade Marketing and Business.

Rebeca moved to Canada in 2012 and has built both her personal and professional life in the country since then. As an immigrant herself, she brings both lived experience and professional expertise to her work, allowing her to better understand the unique challenges, concerns, and goals of individuals and families pursuing a future in Canada.

Before becoming a licensed consultant, Rebeca worked with schools, educational institutions, and immigration agencies in Canada, gaining valuable industry experience and a comprehensive understanding of the Canadian immigration system.

With several years of experience in immigration consulting, Rebeca has supported hundreds of clients from diverse nationalities in successfully achieving their goals of studying, working, visiting, and permanently settling in Canada. Her practice focuses on study permits, work permits, visitor visas, super visas, LMIA applications, Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), family sponsorships, and Canadian citizenship applications.

She provides strategic, transparent, and personalized immigration guidance designed to maximize clients’ chances of success while ensuring compliance with Canadian immigration regulations. Known for her attention to detail and client-focused approach, Rebeca is committed to making the immigration process clearer, more accessible, and more achievable for individuals and families.

Her mission is to help clients confidently navigate their path to Canada and build a strong future with clarity and peace of mind.

Ash Forghani Of Counsel

Ash Forghani is the founding lawyer of Forghani Law, a Canadian immigration law firm dedicated to delivering strategic, personalized immigration services to individuals, families, and businesses across Canada and internationally. Ash brings a client-focused approach that combines legal precision with genuine care. His practice is rooted in the belief that every client’s story matters and deserves tailored legal guidance that is clear, transparent, and effective.

Ash began his legal career in downtown Vancouver, working alongside some of Canada’s most respected and distinguished immigration lawyers, and became licensed to practice law in 2022. He has developed a wide-ranging skill set through his work not only in immigration but also in the demanding and emotionally charged areas of child protection and criminal defence. These experiences built Ash’s reputation for meticulous attention to detail, relentless effort, and tenacious advocacy, qualities he brings to every file with precision and purpose. Throughout his career, Ash has represented clients in high-stakes, complex matters, consistently navigating both the legal and human dimensions of each case.

Ash’s dedication to immigration law is deeply personal. With Persian roots, a Turkish spouse, and a family history shaped by overcoming persecution and seeking refuge in Canada to build a new life, he brings more than legal expertise. He brings lived experience and cultural understanding. This personal history fuels his passion for making immigration pathways more accessible and less intimidating. Ash understands the uncertainty, hope, and urgency that often accompany immigration matters, and he approaches his work with a deep sense of empathy and responsibility.

At the core of Ash’s practice is a client-centered approach. He is known not only for his professionalism and legal acumen but also for his ability to connect with clients from all walks of life. His educational, approachable style ensures that clients are not only informed about their legal options but also feel supported and understood. Believing that clarity builds confidence, Ash uses a structured, step-by-step methodology to demystify the immigration process, whether it involves a temporary application, permanent residence, or citizenship.

Outside of work Ash enjoys hiking, swimming, and spending time with his wife and their twins.

Emma Liu  Of Counsel

Founder & Immigration Practice Leader, JCOS Immigration and Education Service Corp.

Emma Liu is the Founder and Immigration Practice Leader of JCOS Immigration and Education Service Corp., and a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC‑IRB) in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants. Fluent in English and Mandarin, Emma is one of the earliest licensed immigration consultants in Canada, with more than 15 years of practice. She believes immigration is never just paperwork — it is one of the most important decisions a person can make, and she treats it that way

Emma came to Canada from China at the age of 18. She earned her business degree from the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in 2006, and in 2010 completed her studies in Immigration Policy and Law at the University of British Columbia — the same year she became fully licensed.

Over the past sixteen years, Emma has walked alongside more than a thousand clients — students, families, workers, investors, and entrepreneurs — and has guided many through the most difficult cases, including criminal inadmissibility, humanitarian and compassionate applications, refugee claims, and same‑sex partner sponsorships. As an RCIC‑IRB, she also represents clients before all four divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada.

Emma is also a familiar voice in the community: she has appeared on Omni TV as a commentator on Canadian immigration, mentors new consultants entering the profession, speaks regularly at local chambers of commerce, and advises multinational companies on the immigration journeys of their employees moving to Canada.

As a first‑generation immigrant herself, Emma understands what it takes to build a life in a new country. She listens closely, treats every client like a friend, and works to find the path – that truly fits. Over the years, her clients have sent her many embroidered silk banners (锦旗) — a traditional Chinese expression of heartfelt gratitude — a quiet but meaningful reflection of the trust and care behind each file she takes on.

Emma lives in British Columbia with her family. When she isn’t working, you’ll find her in her garden tending more than twenty varieties of roses and hydrangeas, and painting the flowers she grows, or out camping and skiing somewhere beautiful with the people she loves.