Ask HN: How to get Indian team member to North America for 3 months?

Although Outernet is based in Chicago, most of us work remotely. We're trying to get the whole team together for a 3-month sprint before we release our mobile satellite service. Unfortunately, Manish was turned down for a US B1/B2 visa. Mexico is not an option because it requires him to visit a consulate in another state.

Have any Indians had problems with a tourist visa for Canada? Any other ideas if Canada doesn't work out?