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If you’re thinking about finding a better life in Canada, take a few minutes to read Daniel’s story, it might just save a few years of your life.

Daniel first reached out to us earlier this year, and we didn’t publish his story until now because we thought it wasn’t… real.

But after a dozen emails and a few calls, we realized it’s not only true but that it’s probably the best story we could have ever shared with you.

This is a real-life story about Daniel. Four years ago he was in Bulgaria, two years ago in the UK, and then he moved to Canada, finally achieving his dream of running his own company, making good money, and starting a family.

Daniel’s journey for a better life starts in 2017, in Bulgaria. He was a 29-year-old who spent his days helping his dad run their mechanic shop, fixing cars by day, and slouching at home at night. There was little to no excitement in his life.

It was a dead-end job, and he knew he wasn’t getting anywhere, the years went by, and he lost hope with each one.

Daniel later shared how he fell in love with TV shows that restore old, used, and antique cars into brand new beauties that drove as smoothly as they looked.

“This will sound weird, but I can admit now that I watched those shows so much because that’s exactly what I wanted to happen to me. I wanted someone to just take my life and rebrand it into a new chance, a new start.”

Daniel shared a lot about what pained him the most back in Bulgaria. One of those things was watching his life-long friends move out of the country, one by one.

Once he finally had enough, he decided to take up one of his friends’ advice and immigrate to the UK.

“I wasted a whole year waiting to contact an immigration agency, I was telling myself I need to save more money, prepare better, make sure my parents can make it on their own once I leave, and God knows I had plenty of other excuses. But that’s all they were. Excuses.”

He had saved up what cash he could and started the process. But here comes his first major mistake. He felt so empowered by the decision he made to move that he thought his sheer will alone would take him there.

But in reality, immigrating to another country is much, much more difficult if you don’t know what you’re doing. And especially if you go with an inexperienced immigration agency.

And the hurdles don’t stop there.

“Going to the UK through a random agency was a mistake, but I’m glad that I made it because I probably wouldn’t have found out about MapleStories and their incredible immigration services otherwise.” - said Daniel, reflecting back during one of our calls.

“Immigration can be extremely expensive and time-consuming. And what’s worse, once you’re finally done and get to your new country, you’re then left on your own. But luckily, I found a way around that too.”

Starting from scratch is exciting, but incredibly hard on your own.

Our call with Daniel on this topic lasted for over an hour, but we’ve condensed it down into a list of things he wanted us to emphasize, as a warning to our readers who are thinking about immigrating:

“My journey would have been a lot easier, cheaper, and a lot faster, if I knew these things.”

The first thing he wanted to emphasize is that if you’re not a lawyer, and haven’t done this before, then don’t try to do it on your own.

Chances are you’ll spend a lot of time and money on finding your way through bureaucratic and administrative work, only to have your visa application declined because of even a single mistake in your paperwork:

You’ve got to know what kind of a visa you need.
How do you make sure you’re eligible for that visa?
How much does it cost, what kind of documentation do you need?
What does the whole process look like and how long does it take?
What do you do once you get to a whole new country?
How do you integrate in a new society, find a job and start living your new life?

And even if you make it through, you’re still going to need a lot more time, money, and energy to successfully start your new life in Canada.

“The best advice I can give you here is to get help. In this case, as weird as it sounds, getting professionals like MapleStories to help you will cost less, will be faster, and you won’t have to do anything alone.”

“Because immigration agencies help so much,” - explains Daniel, “they’re in extreme demand. And where there’s extreme demand, there’s always a lot of shady people and companies trying to exploit desperate people. I was one of those people when I immigrated to the UK.”

Daniel also explained that there are hundreds of agencies out there, and your chances of picking a legitimate one today are slim, at best.

“I know because when I moved to the UK, I chose a well-rated agency only to fall into this exact trap. They did help me, obviously, because I got to the UK, but they also prolonged the process as much as they could, always finding ways to string me through never-ending processes and extra charges.”

We asked Daniel to tell us, in short, how he would categorize immigration agencies today, and what’s different about MapleStories - the agency he used to get to Canada from the UK.

“There are agencies that will get you where you need to go… but they’ll overcharge you and string you along…

“There are agencies that will be cost-effective, but they won’t hold your hand when you get to your country…

“And then there’s MapleStories - the agency I used to immigrate to Canada from the UK. I owe my good life in Ontario to these guys. I recommend them every chance I get.”

It’s no wonder Canada is at the top of the list people choose to immigrate to most often. Its politics, culture, and people are all extremely welcoming to outsiders. They understand that bringing competent people over diversifies their nation and improves everyone’s lives in many different ways.

Daniel might have been lucky enough to miss the lockdown disruption in Canadian immigration, but it came to a near standstill due to the pandemic as Canada shut its borders to the world. Prior to closing its borders in early March 2020, Canada had announced its intention to welcome over one million new immigrants by 2022.

Border closures meant Canada was unable to fulfill its immigration target of 341,000 permanent residents for 2020.

“In order to make up for this loss and ensure there are no significant gaps in the labor market,” says David from MapleStories, “an increased number of immigrants will be welcomed into the country over the next couple of years.”

The Canadian authorities are aiming at 401,000 for 2021 (up from the previous target of 351,000). At the same time, the number for 2022 is up from 361,000 to 411,000, and for 2023 it’s set at 421,000, in order to maintain previously anticipated numbers.

One thing is sure, Canadians are certain about wanting to attract your skills and have built their structures of immigration around that.

We tested Big Maple Stories, to see if it was really possible to succeed with the immigration process using their program.

Here’s the deal: MapleStories is a program for people who want the best for their families, believe in personal growth, and are prepared to rewrite the story of their lives in Canada.

With the slogan “Accessible Canadian Immigration”, Big Maple Stories presents as a top choice for skilled workers and their families looking to settle in Canada.

Over the last three years, they have helped over 35,000 people prepare for their future as Canadian residents. Their process is selective, and you should know that they only choose candidates who are serious about immigration and have the best profile for naturalization.

They let us get into their actual platform, so we can bring our readers an inside look.

Take the first step. This will determine your eligibility for a Canadian visa and their programs.

After we initiated an inquiry, we were contacted by an immigration consultant approved by Big Maple Stories who explained that the first step is personalizing our application for a visa to fit our needs.

This is also the point where you need to pay the fees. The price of the eligibility assessment could be anywhere from $400 - $750, which after doing our research is actually much cheaper than any immigration lawyer out there!

They explain the types of visas you can apply for, they help you optimize your profile, write your application, and tons of time-saving advice with paperwork and bureaucratic things that you would usually have to hire an hourly lawyer for.

Daniel had some advice for our readers too:

“MapleStories will find the best RCIC for you, and they then help you choose the best visa for you, based on your qualifications, in order to maximize your chances of being chosen as a successful new resident.”

This means that choosing the right visa can make all the difference in successfully and painlessly immigrating on your first try!

After we’ve been told what it would take for us to be eligible for a Canadian visa, this is where the job hunt begins.

You don’t want to get to Canada without a job. Here, Big Maple provided me with access to job boards for immigrants, tools for CV optimization, interview preparation - basically everything I needed to jump-start my new life.

MapleStories won the editorial team over with one small touch - they are there to meet and greet you as you land at the airport.

“I’ve got to say, even though I had gone through the whole process, leaving my old life behind still felt unreal. The fact that they welcome you at the airport was such a big deal for me. I felt emotionally supported too, and it was awesome!”

With this kind of effort, Big Maple certainly seems to walk the talk. This kind of care and support is what makes them so different from all those other immigration agencies, that just seem bland in comparison.

Daniel said it best: “Step three is when you truly realize you’re not alone. There’s a whole community of people starting their new lives over there, waiting excitedly for you to join them!”

So, if you really want to immigrate to Canada, hire an expert. It can mean the difference between remaining where you are and starting a better life!

“Man, when I look back, all I remember is the worrying. Especially since I had such a bad time with a random agency that got me to the UK. You can imagine how fearful I was throwing money away again at yet another agency all over again. But thanks to Big Maple Stories, this time around was much different.”

With MapleStories, all your questions are answered by kind professionals. All you’ve got to do is sign up for a no-obligation, free phone call, and ask any questions you have.

You’ll get the whole A-Z of what you need to know in 2-3 minutes and then you’re free to call back again if you decide you want their services.

We asked Daniel to share one of his last thoughts for our readers:

“The best thing you can do for yourself right now is to get informed. Set up a call with these guys and see for yourself. There’s no obligation of any kind and you’ll have all your questions answered within 2-3 minutes. I can’t stress this enough, start before it’s too late, you never know what’ll happen with this pandemic going on.”

We want to use this opportunity to say THANK YOU, to Daniel, for sharing his incredible story. Hopefully, that’ll help our readers get a new, fresh start.

I first talked with Javier in June 2021, and it took me a few calls to get to the bottom of his story. He was born and raised in the surrounding area of Guadalajara, and eventually moved to the inner city with his family.

Today’s story is one that almost didn’t happen. As I learned from my calls with Javier, he spent 5 years thinking about immigrating from Guadalajara, until he finally “pulled the trigger” in 2019.

As Javier explains below, life in Guadalajara was OK in many ways, and this was, as he says, “the biggest problem”.

Knowing Guadalajara well and having been there many times, one of the first things I wanted to know is why Javier decided to move to Canada. As far as I knew, life in Guadalajara was not that bad at all, especially if you consider some other parts of the country.

Javier replied as if he knew exactly what I’d ask first:

“Exactly! Life there wasn’t bad at all, but not too good either, you know? That’s exactly why it took me years to finally decide to move.”

“How come?” - I asked.

“I have relatives from other parts of Mexico that immigrated to the US or Canada, but these people were coming from places like Chihuahua, poor farmers with almost no life at all. They had nowhere to go but up. My family helped some of them pay for immigration costs. That’s why this idea of moving was always in my head.” - Javier explained.

Javier moved on to say how he never felt that who he is as a person fit well in Guadalajara. He shared how life there was messy, unorganized, and of course, things like corruption were always high and present.

He, on the other hand, wished for a more organized, stable life. He wanted to find a job where he could move up the ladder and make a career in business or management.

Javier was a simple 29-year-old, spending most of his time thinking about how he would feel somewhere else. He’d ask himself if he was delusional, depressed, or what the hell was going on.

And most of his friends were all in a similar situation.

“Young people in Mexico are full of potential, ambition, ideas, and a hunger for a better life. A lot of us wanted to work more than we could. All I ever wanted is a chance to prove myself, an opportunity to work and earn big, and I think I succeeded in proving that.”

But Javier didn’t know if he’d succeed in Canada, if he’d fail and have to come back, he didn’t know what to expect, and at the time, he didn’t even speak English very well.

He almost never left.

Some of his relatives criticized him for even mentioning leaving Guadalajara. They would say leaving is for lower class people, people with nothing to their name.

But they didn’t know Javier’s intentions were clear. His goal was to go find a better future for himself, but helping his parents was on top of his priorities as well.

He wanted more than some cash and a job. He wanted to be, and truly feel, happy.

“Today, I sleep well knowing I made the right choice. I got exactly what I needed. My parents are proud of me, and my younger cousins now have someone to rely on if they choose to follow me! I am actually happy, and this is so much different than what I felt in Guadalajara. I am filled. There’s no room in my heart for regrets or negative thoughts.”

“I fit well in Ontario. The first few weeks were a little scary because I felt like I’m carrying a lot on my shoulders. Now that I think back, I remember imagining this being much more difficult. But it’s not. If you’re ready to work and prove yourself, it’s a clear path forward to a better future.”

MapleStories, Javier’s immigration agency, helped him secure a job in a local fast food chain shortly after arriving in Ontario. Of course, they first secured his LMIA from an employer in Ontario with an RCIC, which is necessary to get a job there.

“A lot of the people here were surprised how much I was willing to work, how hard I tried…

“That made me realise I was grateful for a lot of the things that young people in Canada took for granted, and older people saw that as a good character trait, they respected that, and most importantly - they rewarded that effort.”

Javier realised that he could achieve much, much more in Canada simply due to his willingness to adapt and his drive to live a happy and fulfilling life.

“In a way, coming from a different life gave me an advantage here. I was a lot more driven than a lot of the Canadian youth. I did more than what was expected from me (easily) and my bosses noticed. That’s why I am the general manager of a fast-food chain in Ontario today.”

I rarely get emotional when interviewing people for our stories, but this one really got to me. Javier was obviously a good person, but more importantly, he was hungry for success.

“There is no way I would get to Canada without MapleStories. They helped me apply for the right visa, they filled and submitted all my paperwork, all I had to do was watch as my future started looking better and better. The paperwork was really important because my English wasn’t any good.”

I’m going to share exactly how MapleStories (Javier’s immigration agency) works and how much it costs below. But for now, let’s see how Javier’s doing 2 years after immigrating.

When we first talked, Javier kept talking about his past and his road to a better future. He was obviously proud of his success, and I congratulated him on that.

But I wanted to know how he’s doing now. So I asked, “What does your life look like today, do you have any regrets?”

And Javier responded like he couldn’t wait for that question:

“I have no regrets. I would do it all again, I would only go sooner if I knew. Two years ago, I was empty inside and I had no idea what to do with my life.”

After I thanked Javier for being so direct and honest about his past, he continued:

“I now have a life. I work at a job I am respected at, I earn more money in a month than I’d earn in a year in Mexico! I have my own apartment, I walk my dog in the morning before work, and I have big investment plans with a few Canadians here.”

At the end of our last call, I thanked Javier for sharing his story so honestly. He also told me he’s not married yet, but he is dating regularly. He said he wants to invest and earn big before starting his own family, and he’s also looking to bring his younger brother over next year, with the help of the MapleStories agency.

Now, let’s see why Canada is such an important option for you to consider, and what exactly you get with MapleStories.