Immigration, Education, Training and Integration for Newcomers, Career Counselling
Our lead counsel!
ARSALAN SHAH - LEAD IMMIGRATION, EDUCATION & Career COUNSEL (RCIC)
With over 21 years of combined corporate, training, and immigration experience, Arsalan Shah is a certified Train-the-Trainer, a mentor to immigration professionals, and a recognized settlement and integration expert for newcomers to Canada. He has trained, coached, and guided new RCICs, recent immigration program graduates, and internationally trained professionals in building successful careers in Canada. Through focused settlement and integration programs, he has helped hundreds of newcomers adapt, integrate, and thrive in Canadian society—covering employment readiness, communication skills, cultural orientation, and community engagement.
Arsalan is the author of the immigration guide "Navigating the True North", sharing insights and strategies for successfully immigrating to and settling in Canada.
A Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC #R534963), Arsalan is authorized by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) to represent clients in immigration, refugee, and citizenship matters. He is the Managing Director & President of Grand North Immigration Services and CEO of Grand North Education Inc. (Canada). Arsalan is also a Commissioner for Taking Affidavits (Oaths) in Ontario, a proud member of CAPIC (Member #R19765), and a British Council–certified Education Counsellor (UK).
- Immigration & Settlement Expertise -
Arsalan provides end-to-end immigration services, including:
- Permanent & Family Immigration: Express Entry (FSW, FST, CEC), PNPs, H&C, family sponsorships (spouse/partner, children, parents & grandparents, Super Visa).
- Temporary Residence & Business Immigration: Work permits (LMIA & LMIA-exempt), study permits, business/investor programs, visitor visas, and extensions.
- Refugee, Status & Citizenship: Refugee/asylum matters, PR card renewal, residency obligation guidance, and Canadian citizenship applications.
- Mentorship, Training & Industry Recognition -
Arsalan is widely respected in both the newcomer and immigration consulting communities for his leadership, training, and mentorship. He has:
- Led newcomer training programs on employment readiness, communication, cultural integration, and community engagement.
- Trained new-to-market RCICs and immigration graduates in building careers and businesses—one of whom, on his recommendation, joined CICC.
- Served as a Trainer & Supervisor for CDI College’s Immigration Diploma Co-op course, guiding future immigration professionals.
- Corporate & Academic Background -
Before founding the firms, Arsalan held senior management roles at Standard Chartered Bank, HSBC Canada, Royal Bank of Canada, and Scotiabank. He holds:
- MSc in Finance & Management
Loughborough University, Leicestershire (UK)
- BSc (Hons) in Information Technology
Middlesex University, London (UK)
- Post-graduate Diploma in Immigration Law, Refugees & Citizenship Studies
CDI College, Ontario (Canada)
- Verify Status with CICC -
- Licensing & Authorizations -
our pillars of success!
George Pannu, Senior Immigration Counsel (RCIC) - Asia Pacific Region (Hong Kong)
George Pannu, Senior Immigration Counsel (RCIC) - Asia Pacific Region (Hong Kong)
George Pannu, Senior Immigration Counsel (RCIC) - Asia Pacific Region (Hong Kong)
PgD Immigration Law (Canada)
George Pannu, Senior Immigration Counsel at Grand North Immigration Services is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC # R708026)* and authorized by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) to represent clients on immigration, refugees, and citizenship matters.
Born and raised
PgD Immigration Law (Canada)
George Pannu, Senior Immigration Counsel at Grand North Immigration Services is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC # R708026)* and authorized by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) to represent clients on immigration, refugees, and citizenship matters.
Born and raised in Hong Kong, George Pannu is the Senior Director - Asia Pacific Region at Grand North Immigration Services.
He accumulated vast experience in customer services by working in various departments with Cathay Pacific Airways that was named as “World’s Best Airline” multiple time during his tenure. George then realized his dream to be an entrepreneur when he opened several hotels in Hong Kong under Pannu Hotels Group, including Canada Hotel, Mira Inn, and many others. The most rewarding moment for George came in 2015 when Canada Hotel was named “Winner at Gold Circle Awards, Hong Kong & Macau Region” at the prestigious Agoda Awards.
George holds a Professional Diploma in Immigration law, Refugees, and Citizenship studies from CDI College, Ontario, Canada.
George speaks 6 languages fluently, including Cantonese, Mandarin, English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu. He possesses excellent customer service skills, is passionate about his work, dedicated, and loves making new friends.
*Verify Status with CICC:
Name: Gurmit Singh Pannu (Hong Kong)
Muhammad Aunain Malik - Assistant Manager Immigration (Canada)
George Pannu, Senior Immigration Counsel (RCIC) - Asia Pacific Region (Hong Kong)
George Pannu, Senior Immigration Counsel (RCIC) - Asia Pacific Region (Hong Kong)
LLB (UK)
Aunain Malik is the Assistant Manager Immigration (Canada) at Grand North Immigration Services. He also works closely with Arsalan Shah, Managing Director and President, in managing the company affairs.
Aunain has done a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from the prestigious University of London (UK). In addition, he brings extensive
LLB (UK)
Aunain Malik is the Assistant Manager Immigration (Canada) at Grand North Immigration Services. He also works closely with Arsalan Shah, Managing Director and President, in managing the company affairs.
Aunain has done a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from the prestigious University of London (UK). In addition, he brings extensive experience from the corporate and leisure sectors of the Canadian Travel Industry, having worked with leading companies in the region like American Express Global Business Travel. He also holds a valid Travel Counselling License from the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO).
Aunain is currently on the journey to fulfill his licensing requirements to become an Immigration Lawyer. His expertise, dedication, and commitment to exceptional service make him an invaluable member of our team.
Mansoor Hasan, Business Head - Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
George Pannu, Senior Immigration Counsel (RCIC) - Asia Pacific Region (Hong Kong)
Mansoor Hasan, Business Head - Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
MA (UK), MSc (France), BBA Hons (Cyprus)
Mansoor Hasan is the Business Head for Middle East and North Africa (MENA) at Grand North Immigration Services.
Mansoor has 24 years of leadership experience within the financial sector of various countries including GCC and Middle East Capital markets. Has consultative and advisory experience with
MA (UK), MSc (France), BBA Hons (Cyprus)
Mansoor Hasan is the Business Head for Middle East and North Africa (MENA) at Grand North Immigration Services.
Mansoor has 24 years of leadership experience within the financial sector of various countries including GCC and Middle East Capital markets. Has consultative and advisory experience with investment management departments, product planning and mapping of financial solutions, companywide and division-based change management, compliance, and controls. Mansoor has also managed institutional and retail money in excess of USD 2 billion as a fund manager, setup wealth management and investment advisory department from scratch and mentored multiple teams. Has C-suite interaction with multi billion-dollar firms. Mansoor also acted as lead project manager for the client and sat across the table with Mckinsey & Co, Booz & Co, CSFB, Bain and Co.
He holds a MA in International Finance from University of Westminster, London, UK, a MSc in International Finance from CERAM, Sophia Antipolis, France, a BBA from Cyprus College, Nicosia, Cyprus.
Rupinder Singh, Senior Manager Service Delivery and Operations
Rupinder Singh, Senior Manager Service Delivery and Operations
Mansoor Hasan, Business Head - Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
Rupinder Singh is the Senior Manager - Service Delivery and Operations, entrusting more than 13 years of industry knowledge and experience from one of the leading banks in the UAE. Has a proven record in improving performances, services, and operations. Apart from the customer front he has also managed and delivered numerous projects and
Rupinder Singh is the Senior Manager - Service Delivery and Operations, entrusting more than 13 years of industry knowledge and experience from one of the leading banks in the UAE. Has a proven record in improving performances, services, and operations. Apart from the customer front he has also managed and delivered numerous projects and budgets to deliver cost-effective solutions while leading talented customer service teams. Has a comprehensive understanding of industry best practices/methodologies, current innovations, and future benchmarks and trends. His excellent interpersonal skills and experience working alongside people with different cultural and ethnic backgrounds has given him an edge professionally and strengthen his people management and leadership skills.
A few of the prestigious organizations that he had been part of are RAK Bank (Dubai), Technical Supplies & Service Co. LLC (Dubai) and AC Nielsen (Dubai).
Manmit Singh, Director of Operations
Rupinder Singh, Senior Manager Service Delivery and Operations
Manmit Singh, Director of Operations
Manmit Singh is the Director of Operations at Grand North Immigration Services. With 16 years of senior management experience in different capacities in the Corporate, Retail, and Banking industry and an in-depth understanding of organizational processes along with his friendly and engaging personality and brilliant sense of humor; we are
Manmit Singh is the Director of Operations at Grand North Immigration Services. With 16 years of senior management experience in different capacities in the Corporate, Retail, and Banking industry and an in-depth understanding of organizational processes along with his friendly and engaging personality and brilliant sense of humor; we are well assured that our clientele is receiving the best experience.
A few of the prestigious organizations that he had been part of are InfoMed Events (Dubai), The Total Office – Teknion Furniture Systems (Dubai), Atlantic Packaging Products (Canada), Home Depot (Canada), Scotiabank, and Bank of Montreal, Canada. He holds a Bachelor’s in Information Technology (BSc Hons) from London Metropolitan University, London, UK, and various professional certifications such as ITIL, Six Sigma, and Agile Scrum.
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