What type of visa do I need to go on to open a small business if I am Canadian and my partner is American?

Depends - are you hoping to relocate to the U.S. permanently or just visit or manage remotely? You will have to discuss with an immigration...

I denied Ds117 what can i do know please help me.

How long precisely were you out of the U.S.? You may have to be re-petitioned for by a family member, employer, etc. to re-enter and go through the...

Do I need to really apply for new H4 visa, for principal applicant name correction.

I understand your hardship but it seems it may have been your mistake on the DS-160 online and not the fault of the consulate, which would result...

Do I have to start recounting the 5 years from the date I returned after the 182 days absence?

It just extends the date which you can apply for naturalization. You will have to wait longer before you file form n-400 because you have to...

What will be the chances of getting my F1 VISA approved? If rejected then on what basis it will be going to reject?

It is impossible to advise you without knowing what documents you already presented that led to a denial and even more impossible to speculate what...

What are my options to travel back to the US?will my h1b petition still be valid even if company A has merged into company B?

First you cannot hold two statuses. This is a duplicate post and you should consult the other answers in full. You can enter on H-4 with...

Could getting married to a US citizen allow me to become a permanent resident again?

If you marry a U.S. citizen and get waivers approved for your unlawful presence, criminal history, and deportation, then yes you may have a chance...

Yes, you terminated your F-1 status when you started working with an EAD. Not "illegal" but unauthorized. Your attorney should have advised against...

What best to do to be able to cross borders and visit each other often?

Unfortunately an international marriage as you describe it is probably not a risk free idea. A fiancee visa is not appropriate because you do not...

Can i include my daughter information as am filing my N-400?

You should always be honest on any government forms and I am unsure why you wouldn't include biological children when asked if you had any...