Your Immigration to Canada Starts Here
Secure your immigration to Canada with Polar Bear Immigration.
We ensure you have a clear understanding of the process every step of the way.
We ensure you have a clear understanding of the process every step of the way.
Why do clients choose us?
Individual approach
We take an individual approach and embrace each client's unique characteristics, complexities and goals to achieve maximum results
Fast Communication
Responsibility and open communication allow us to build trust and confidence with you every step of the way
Professional team
Professionalism, honesty and high ethical standards define our client work culture
By working with Polar Bear Immigration, you get access to deep expertise based on hundreds of cases of our clients from all over the world
- 15+years of experience
- 1350+clients
- 2100+hours of consulting
- 91%visa approval rate
Licensed Immigration Consultant (RCIC)
Serge Ignatieff
Licensed Immigration Consultant (RCIC)
Yulia Sorokina
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LL.B., MBA, RCIC
Senior Licensed Immigration Counsel
Senior Licensed Immigration Counsel
Serge Ignatieff
A graduate of LaSalle College in Montreal, AU Washington College of Law and MU Witté Law School, a member of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC), Serge is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC R528113), Commissioner for Oaths mandated by the Ministry of Justice of Quebec and a recognized expert in Private International Law. He is also qualified to be registered with the Registre québécois des consultants en immigration of the Quebec Ministry of Immigration (RQCIR #12105). By law, only Quebec-licensed representatives are authorized to provide immigration services to those wishing to immigrate to this province.
In addition to being a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant, Serge is a practicing lawyer (license number 47/2585 in the Register of Attorneys) in one of the Bar Associations in St. Petersburg, Russia. With his extensive background as an attorney in law in Russia, Serge is uniquely equipped to efficiently handle a wide range of legal matters related to family and criminal law. Specifically, he is adept at addressing practical issues arising from marriages, divorces, and the status of minor children, as well as overcoming potential obstacles to immigration, such as criminal or medical inadmissibility. Thanks to his experience and expertise, Serge is able to effectively navigate these complex immigration legal matters and achieve favourable outcomes for his clients while saving them valuable time and resources.
Whether you need guidance on immigration matters or representation in the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB), Serge is more than happy to provide expert advice and assistance on any issues of concern or to act as your representative in IRB.
The range of services offered by Serge in his capacity as an Immigration Counsel includes:
Serge is fluent in Russian, English, and French and speaks Spanish.
In addition to being a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant, Serge is a practicing lawyer (license number 47/2585 in the Register of Attorneys) in one of the Bar Associations in St. Petersburg, Russia. With his extensive background as an attorney in law in Russia, Serge is uniquely equipped to efficiently handle a wide range of legal matters related to family and criminal law. Specifically, he is adept at addressing practical issues arising from marriages, divorces, and the status of minor children, as well as overcoming potential obstacles to immigration, such as criminal or medical inadmissibility. Thanks to his experience and expertise, Serge is able to effectively navigate these complex immigration legal matters and achieve favourable outcomes for his clients while saving them valuable time and resources.
Whether you need guidance on immigration matters or representation in the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB), Serge is more than happy to provide expert advice and assistance on any issues of concern or to act as your representative in IRB.
The range of services offered by Serge in his capacity as an Immigration Counsel includes:
- Applications for temporary residence as a worker or a student (Work or Study Permits);
- Temporary resident visas (Visitor Visa) and super visas for parents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents (Super Visa);
- Applications for permanent residency for family members (Family Sponsorship);
- Applications for permanent residence on humanitarian grounds (H&C), as well as applications for citizenship or rehabilitation in criminal cases.
Serge is fluent in Russian, English, and French and speaks Spanish.
MA, RCIC
Licensed Immigration Consultant
Licensed Immigration Consultant
Yulia Sorokina
Yulia Sorokina is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC R706607) and a member in good standing of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC). As an RCIC, she is recognized by the Government of Canada to represent and advocate for clients on a wide range of immigration and citizenship matters, including applications to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).
Yulia holds a Diploma in Immigration Law from the University of British Columbia and a Master’s Degree in Economics. Having lived and worked in Germany, Russia, and South Africa before immigrating to Canada, Yulia gained firsthand insight into the challenges newcomers face when adapting to life in a new country. This international perspective shapes her empathetic approach and commitment to guiding individuals and families in their immigration journeys. Dedicated to fostering multicultural understanding, she thrives on solving complex cases and supporting her clients in building their futures in Canada.
Before dedicating herself to immigration law consulting, Yulia accumulated over a decade of professional experience in financial auditing, education consulting, and market research. This diverse background equips her with a well-rounded and analytical approach to her immigration practice.
Yulia’s practice areas include:
Yulia holds a Diploma in Immigration Law from the University of British Columbia and a Master’s Degree in Economics. Having lived and worked in Germany, Russia, and South Africa before immigrating to Canada, Yulia gained firsthand insight into the challenges newcomers face when adapting to life in a new country. This international perspective shapes her empathetic approach and commitment to guiding individuals and families in their immigration journeys. Dedicated to fostering multicultural understanding, she thrives on solving complex cases and supporting her clients in building their futures in Canada.
Before dedicating herself to immigration law consulting, Yulia accumulated over a decade of professional experience in financial auditing, education consulting, and market research. This diverse background equips her with a well-rounded and analytical approach to her immigration practice.
Yulia’s practice areas include:
- Family Sponsorship applications under the Family Class;
- Permanent Residence applications through the Express Entry system and Provincial Nominee Programs (excluding Quebec);
- Applications for Temporary Resident Visas, Super Visas, Study Permits, Work Permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program and the International Mobility Program (IMP);
- Labour market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications;
- Citizenship applications;
- Start-Up Visa applications;
- Responses to Procedural Fairness Letters (PFL).
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The Government of Canada offers about 100 programs for different life situations. We can help you choose the one that's right for you -
School for children, higher education or English courses - we will find a program of study and help with obtaining a student visa -
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We can help you apply for a visitor visa to Canada to travel, visit relatives, or study English -
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Rejected for a Canadian visa? We will break down your case and find a solution to remedy the situation
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FAQ
We offer immigration services for individuals from all countries, regardless of their citizenship or nationality.
Yes, we provide a document review service before submission to IRCC. The cost depends on the volume of documents and is calculated on an hourly basis. We will determine a more accurate cost after reviewing your case.
We cannot guarantee approval of a visa application, as the final decision is made by an IRCC immigration officer based on your documents and compliance with the visa/program requirements. However, we aim to minimize risks and increase your chances of a successful visa application through quality document preparation, advice, and legal support. Our licensed professionals possess extensive experience in immigration matters and will strive to ensure that your application is successful.
You can pay for our services with credit or debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, etc.) on our website by selecting "Book Consultation" or "Pay for Services" in the top right corner.
Additional payment options include:
Additional payment options include:
- E-invoice payment.
- Cryptocurrency payment, including in your local currency, without the need to open an account at a crypto exchange.
- Wire transfer.
- Interac e-Transfer for clients within Canada.
- Payment in one of 40 local currencies (Ukraine, Poland, Turkey, Romania, Hungary, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Georgia, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, UAE, etc.)
- Cash via instant money transfer services.
The time required to prepare documents and obtain a visa depends on several factors, including the type of visa, the applicant's country of origin, and the processing speed at the embassy or visa center. You can check the processing times for different visa types on the official website of the Government of Canada by clicking on the following link. Additionally, the time needed to collect all required documents varies depending on the promptness of the client's document submission. In our experience, it typically takes from 3 weeks to several months to prepare the entire case for submission to IRCC.
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Polar Bear Immigration is managed by a licensed Canadian immigration consultant, Serge Ignatieff (RCIC# R528113) and strictly follows all requirements for processing and protecting the personal data of clients.
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