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about us

New Routes Canada, we believe that making Canada your home should be about hope, not obstacles. As licensed professionals, our goal is simple: to walk alongside you on your immigration journey, every step of the way.

Founded and led by Diane Rose Theron (RCIC — IRB, R708394), we are a full-service immigration consultancy licensed in all Canadian provinces (excluding Quebec). Diane’s own journey — arriving in Canada in 2000 as a single mother with two daughters, and navigating the complexities of immigration, the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) and federal court proceedings — deeply informs our client-centred approach.

Complementing Diane’s expertise is her colleague Godfrey Mathias (RCIC, R710935), who brings more than 20 years of business operations experience and a special focus on corporate immigration pathways.

what we specialize in

We’re experienced across a wide range of immigration streams, including:

  • Temporary residence (visitor visas, work permits, study permits)

  • Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA)

  • Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)

  • Express Entry and other economic streams

  • Sponsorships and permanent residence pathways

  • Refugee claims, humanitarian and compassionate applications, and temporary resident permits

  • Refugee Protection Division (RPD), Refugee Appeal Division (RAD), Immigration Division (ID), Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) - Immigration Refugee Board (IRB) Hearings

our promise to you

Immigration is not a guarantee. The final decision always lies with the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or other relevant authorities. What we can promise is this: we will take nothing for granted. We will cross every “t” and dot every “i”, assess your eligibility honestly, prepare your file carefully, and always keep you informed.

why choose us

Because we truly understand the immigrant experience — both its opportunities and its challenges. We’ve been through the process ourselves, and we’ve built a team that understands how to navigate its complexities. Because you’re not just another application — we see your hopes, your family, your future. Start with a free eligibility assessment. Book a one-on-one consultation. Tell us your story, and together we’ll map out your new route to Canada. When you’re ready to take the next step, we’ll be here — in your corner.

hear directly from our clients

  • Last year we had a bit of a nightmare when applying for our visa to Canada. Our initial application had been Rejected, and we thought for sure our hopes of going there was shattered. Diane stepped up for us, and helped us reapply for our VISAs. She was completely meticulous with her work, and gave us fantastic suggestions for our 2nd application. I'm happy to say that she secured us a 10 year multi entry VISA to Canada. ​ Just wanted to give my thanks to Diane, without your help this would not have been possible!

    - Gavin Christopher Vengtas

  • Thank you Godfrey Mathias for helping me every step of the way with my application. It was a complex case, but your guidance really was en point.
    We began the consultation June last year, and I arrived in CA 2 Oct. With your careful guidance there was some admin that needed for my case which I succesfully did. Then some more long phone calls to do the IRCC online forms.Then you submitted 15th Jan 2024, and the WP came through 4 April 2024. It felt like a record.
    Utterly grateful to you. Thank you, thank you.

    - Tass Aumuller

  • Diane, from all nighters pulled to attending our case on weekends, advice given so transparently, cracking jokes and empathiziing with me.. you did it all with such passion to see my family and I successed at this opportunity. You are some kind of awesome. 

    - Carmal

  • Dear Ms Diane Theron,
    Words cannot express my gratitude to you for helping us get the study visa for my daughter.
     
    The ‘snort & trane’ after the first rejection made us question ourselves but it was the best decision for us to engage your services and support from the beginning....

    - Safiya

  • With all the federal changes on immigration policies we thought well we have no chance in getting our permits renewal.

    So grateful to Godfrey for all his professional assistance. We are not quiet there yet with everything, but he has never stopped advising us! We really appreciate it! After so many frustrations we finally found you and the results speak for themselves! Thanks to the New Routes Canada team!!

    - Mamqamu Scot

  • Dear Godfrey, Thank you very much for your help with my visitor visa extension. Your reassurance and guidance was comforting while I had to deal with the setbacks I initially had to overcome with my PR application. Thank you very much, my family and I are extremely grateful...

    - Bridget Harvey

  • Hi Diane, May I take this moment to express my deepest gratitude for all your hard work and dedication in helping my family secure our visas to Canada. Your expertise and guidance throughout the process were truly invaluable and we are overjoyed with the success outcome...

    Zivanai Kwanayi

  • It is commonly known that study permits for mature students (I am 41) are more difficult to get than others but not IMPOSSIBLE! All you need is faith.. and Diane Theron! She was encouraging, honest and committed.  I can't thank this amazing woman enough.  

    Morvesha Pillay

  • I am writing with a happy heart and I would recommend Diane for anyone who is contemplating beginning their Canadian journey. After an initial refusal, Diane relentlessly pursued a reconsideration which was successful. Diane stood firmly in our corner

    Patience

  • After finally working with Diane Theron on my 3rd application, I was able to get approved. She is amazing, meticulous and gives every client 110%. I am so glad that I was referred to her, so now I refer others..

    Davi 

  • Just a massive thank you for the fantastic consultation we had. I thought my research was sufficient, by your knowledge Diane McDougall Theron - RCIC on the tope has empowered me so much. You are the best in what you do and the money was worth spent!

    Lucille Davids

  • I highly recommend Diane! She takes each case personally, goes though the ups and downs with you, is thorough and very hard working! Diane tries every which way to give you the best service and advice. ...

    Justine Eaton

  • Diane is just absolutely wonderful. She helped me so much during the process of applying for my student via. She went above and beyond to make sure I had everything submitted. Thanks so much Diane.

    Nicolette Harmse

  • A big thank you to Diane Theron! After 21 weeks of waiting our intra company transfer visa work visa, and 2 student visas were approved. Thank God!

    Nicole Irving