Thornhill isn’t its own city anymore — it hasn’t been since 1971, when it was absorbed into the newly formed towns of Markham and Vaughan. But the name never went away, and neither did the community: Yonge Street splits it down the middle, with the Markham side to the east and the Vaughan side to the west, and residents on both sides still call it Thornhill first.
Maxcan Immigration is based at Woodbine Avenue and Steeles Avenue in Markham, off Highway 404, a short drive from Thornhill on either side of Yonge Street. Because Thornhill sits across two municipalities, a lot of national and downtown firms don’t think of it as a single place to serve — we do.
Maxcan was founded by Mary L. Zhang, who immigrated to Canada herself. Mary is a member in good standing of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) and the Law Society of Ontario (LSO), and handles every file personally. Service is available in English and Chinese (中文).
Immigration Help for Thornhill Families and Professionals
Thornhill is one of the more established, multigenerational communities in the GTA, and that shows in the kind of questions we get:
- Bringing parents and grandparents to Canada: parent and grandparent sponsorship, common among Thornhill’s many multigenerational households.
- Spouse and partner sponsorship: spousal and partner sponsorship, including rebuilding a case after a refusal.
- Skilled workers and recent graduates: Express Entry, the Canadian Experience Class and Provincial Nominee Programs.
- Students: study permits and extensions for students at Thornlea, Thornhill and St. Robert secondary schools, followed by post-graduation work permits.
- Business owners: the Self-Employed Persons Program and Start-Up Visa, common among Thornhill’s independent retailers and professionals along Yonge Street and Centre Street.
- Citizenship and PR documents: citizenship applications and PR card renewals.
- Refusals and inadmissibility: Humanitarian & Compassionate applications, Temporary Resident Permits and criminal rehabilitation.
Serving Both Sides of Thornhill
On the Markham side (east of Yonge Street): German Mills, Bayview Glen, and the area around John Street and Bayview Avenue. We have dedicated pages for German Mills and Bayview Glen with more detail on those specific neighbourhoods.
On the Vaughan side (west of Yonge Street): Old Thornhill, Beverley Glen, Uplands, Royal Orchard, and Westmount, along the Centre Street and Clark Avenue corridors. This is the side of Thornhill that most GTA immigration firms overlook, and it’s just as close to our office as the Markham side.
Wherever you are in Thornhill, on either side of Yonge, we’re a short drive away.
Getting to Our Office from Thornhill
Our office is at 7030 Woodbine Avenue, Suite 500, Markham, ON L3R 6G2. Most of Thornhill — on both the Markham and Vaughan sides — is roughly a 10 to 20 minute drive via Highway 407, Bayview Avenue, or Yonge Street, depending on traffic and which side of Thornhill you’re coming from. There is free parking on site.
Prefer not to travel? Most files can be handled entirely by phone, email and secure document sharing, with an in-person meeting only if and when you’d like one.
Why Choose an Immigration Consultant Over a Lawyer?
Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants work exclusively on immigration matters. Many clients prefer the direct, focused attention, often at a more reasonable cost than a large law firm where a file can end up with a junior associate. With Maxcan, you work with Mary from your first call through to your final decision.
What Our Clients Say
“Going with Mary was one of the best decisions we made. If you’re looking for someone who is knowledgeable, responsive and professional then look no further.” — Raymond Lui
“I approached her with a work permit extension issue that could have resulted in a potential deportation, and she helped me navigate the system and solve the issue successfully.” — Vish Mm
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an immigration consultant in Thornhill?
Maxcan Immigration is based in Markham, a short drive from Thornhill, and serves clients on both the Markham and Vaughan sides of Thornhill in person and remotely.
Does it matter if I’m on the Markham or Vaughan side of Thornhill?
Not for how we can help you — both sides are about the same distance from our office. Legally, which municipality you’re in can occasionally matter for local matters unrelated to immigration, but federal immigration applications are processed the same way regardless.
How far is Maxcan Immigration from Thornhill?
About 10 to 20 minutes by car from most of Thornhill, on either side of Yonge Street, depending on traffic.
Can I get help in Chinese?
Yes. Service is available in English and Chinese.
What does a first consultation cover?
We review your situation, explain which programs you may qualify for, outline the documents and timelines involved, and answer your questions, so you can decide on your next step with a clear picture.
Do you serve areas near Thornhill?
Yes. See our pages for Markham, German Mills, Richmond Hill and North York.
Talk to an Immigration Consultant Near Thornhill
Call 1-416-479-4221 (toll free 1-855-212-9641) or email info@maxcanvisa.com to book your consultation.
