The NFAP analysis shows that between 2013 and 2023, there was a 326 percent rise in the number of Indian immigrants to Canada, from 32,828 to 139,715. As more Indians choose Canada, the complexity of the immigration procedure highlights the need for qualified immigration advisers. As Olive Green Immigration's Managing Director, Radhika Singh exemplifies self-control, resiliency, and a strong national pride. Transitioning from the army to entrepreneurship, Radhika founded Olive Green Immigration, an immigration consultancy company, to help others achieve their dreams of settling in Canada.

Embarking on an engaging interaction with Women Entrepreneur Review magazine, Radhika shares the details of her journey as one of the influencing leaders in Canada. Let’s delve into it.

What led you to establish Olive Green Immigration? Tell us about the venture's underlying idea and key areas of expertise.

My varied experiences, from my time in the Indian Army to my business career, and my desire to support people in realizing their full potential served as the driving forces behind the founding of Olive Green Immigration. I have seen firsthand the opportunities and transformational impact of a high-quality education throughout my academic and professional career. This insight motivated me to create Olive Green Immigration, a business that helps people succeed academically and professionally in Canada.

At Olive Green Immigration, we specialize in providing personalized counseling for a variety of immigration services. Our key areas of expertise include Permanent Residence programs such as Express Entry, Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, Provincial Nominee Programs, and Live-in Caregiver and Business Immigration. We also assist with PR Card renewals. For Family Sponsorship, we handle Common-law Partner Sponsorship, Parental Sponsorship, Child/ Dependent Sponsorship, Undeclared Family Member Sponsorship, Super Visa, and Conjugal Partner Sponsorship.

We provide support for Work, Study, and Visit visas, including Work Permits, LMIA, Visitor Visas, eTAs, the Caregiver Program, Temporary Resident Permits, Electronic Travel Authorizations, Student Visas (Study Permits), Protected Person Applications, and other Work Permits. For those seeking Canadian Citizenship, we manage Citizenship Applications, Citizenship Refusals, Passport Applications, Citizenship Revocation, and Citizenship Resumption.

What are the various responsibilities you shoulder as the Managing Director at Olive Green Immigration?

I take on a range of duties to guarantee our accomplishments and the contentment of our customers. I keep up with changes in immigration laws to give accurate information, and I make investments in cutting-edge technology to expedite the application process. We need to expand our service offerings; therefore, I create specialist services for areas and industries with strong demand. I also cultivate strategic alliances with government agencies, business associations, and academic institutions to keep myself updated and have a constructive impact on policy developments. My responsibility is to make sure our clients obtain their immigration objectives and receive the best possible service.

What are some of the most critical challenges you encounter in your current role? How do you overcome these roadblocks?

A significant barrier is navigating immigration laws that are always changing. To overcome this, I stay informed, make investments in my professional growth, and work with legal specialists. Another problem we face as our clientele grows is continuing to provide top-notch service. To address this, I have implemented scalable procedures and aggressively solicited client feedback. It is necessary to create local alliances and offer cultural orientation training to manage the cultural disparities between Indian clientele and Canadian institutions.

Tell us about the most critical professional milestone you have achieved throughout your professional journey.

Being picked as an army officer, which was an extremely tough process where I was one of only 50 girls chosen out of thousands of contestants, was one of the most important professional accomplishments in my career. Getting selected for one of India's top management schools, IIM Ahmedabad, and earning an international license as a professional immigration adviser was another win for me.

How do you foresee the Canadian immigration landscape evolving going forward?

As more immigrants are needed to support the Canadian economy, I see the immigration landscape changing to accommodate more of them. Canada needs a constant flow of immigrants to support its growing economy, and I believe the immigration processes will be streamlined to welcome a larger number of immigrants in the coming years.

As more immigrants are needed to support the Canadian economy, I see the immigration landscape changing to accommodate more of them. Canada needs a constant flow of immigrants because of its low birth rate and aging population. The main factor driving population increase will be immigration by 2030 when 9 million baby boomers will reach retirement age.

There are orderly routes for people to relocate to Canada due to its well-managed immigration system. Up to 500,000 permanent residents are expected to be admitted to Canada each year, with a heavy emphasis on economic immigration, as per the Immigration Levels Plan for 2024–2026. People with advanced degrees, carers, and those taking part in experimental projects fall into this category. Further important facets of Canada's immigration policy will include family reunification and refugee protection.

Radhika Singh, Managing Director, Olive Green Immigration

Radhika Singh holds a BA (Hons) from MCM DAV College and an MA in English from Punjab University. After serving in the Indian Army, she pursued higher education at the prestigious Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad.