Need guidance regarding change of status

[skiran]

Hi,

I am currently on J-2 with EAD and planning to change my status to J-1.

1.Can the status change be done within the country (USA) and how long does it take?

2. Can I get my visa stamped in Canada or do I have to travel to my home country?

Any suggestions/guidance is greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

Kiran.