controversial visa and travel restrictions imposed by US President Donald Trump +American restrictions are enacted +US Congress seeking to revamp the H-1B visa programme +TORONTO: Indian-origin tech leaders in Canada say thewill be a boon for tech recruitment and investment in Canada. "In choosing to hire, train, and mentor the best people in the world, we can build global companies that grow our economy," said the letter adding, "By embracing diversity, we can drive innovation to benefit the world. "Tejani and his associates have a target of bringing a dozen Indian startups with a focus on VR/AR/MR to British Columbia, which also has a shortage of programmers and other skilled IT professionals. The programme helps international startups relocate their head offices to Canada and within six months grant Permanent Residency in Canada for up to five key members of a startup and their family members. "The Launch Academy Startup Visa Program allows Indians to have the best of both worlds and build their businesses from Canada and continue to not only service the Indian market but also to continue to grow domestic operations in India as well.

Source: Times of India February 12, 2017 14:03 UTC