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:
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.
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:
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).
Yulia is fluent in English, Russian and also speaks German.
Gleb, who is now a Canadian citizen, immigrated to Canada in 2015. He accumulated 13 years of experience in leading companies in Ukraine and Canada. With a diverse background spanning financial audit, retail, and software development, Gleb has held positions ranging from Audit Assistant to VP of Operations.
Currently, as the COO for Polar Bear Immigration, Gleb oversees the company's smooth operation, improving the quality of services, exploring new business directions and marketing strategies, and optimizing HR and financial processes.
Gleb's impressive repertoire extends beyond the business world. He is the creator of one of the most popular YouTube channels about life in Canada, "Interesting Canada", and was the founder of the first online school for immigration and adaptation in Canada, "Azbuka" (currently closed). Additionally, he manages the Canadian division of the international educational agency Kiwi Education and provides personal consultations for immigrants as an expert in settling and adapting to life in Canada.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Gleb leads an active lifestyle. He participates in Ironman competitions, runs half marathons, and travels frequently with his family, who also resides with him in British Columbia, Vancouver Island.
Fluent in English, Russian, and Ukrainian, Gleb is equipped to communicate with diverse individuals.
Master's degree in High Technology and Innovation Economics.
Manager of technological projects in the international company Mars Ex-teacher of the Career Center of ITMO University.
Member of the Association for Career Counseling and Support (ACCS).
"My main work focuses are building an international career, transitioning into the technology industry and networking, and building a business network of contacts."
Career consultant. Master's degree in Intercultural Communications, translator of English and German languages. Ex-HR manager of a representative office of a large international company. English tutor for business communication and interview preparation.
"Thanks to my experience as a hiring manager, I have a good knowledge of what employers are looking for and help clients to present this in the best possible light."