Canada Immigration

Canada offers one of the world's most welcoming immigration policies. Discover your eligibility for PR today.


Express Entry
The fastest pathway to permanent residence for skilled workers.

Timeline: 6 - 12 Months
Key Process Steps:
1. Create Express Entry Profile2. Receive Invitation to Apply (ITA)3. Submit Full Application4. Background & Medical Checks5. Receive Permanent Residence (PR)
Requirements:
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Skilled work experience

Language proficiency (CLB 7+)

Education credentials (ECA)

Proof of funds

 

Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
For workers who have the skills, education and work experience to contribute to a specific province.

Timeline: 8 - 18 Months
Key Process Steps:
1. Apply for Provincial Nomination2. Create Express Entry Profile (Enhanced)3. Receive Invitation to Apply (ITA)4. Submit Application to IRCC5. Receive Permanent Residence (PR)
Requirements:
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Meet specific province criteria

Intent to live in that province

Job offer (often required)

Language proficiency

 

Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
A pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and international graduates to work in Atlantic Canada.

Timeline: 6 - 12 Months
Key Process Steps:
1. Secure Job Offer from Designated Employer2. Receive Provincial Endorsement3. Submit Permanent Residence Application4. Biometrics & Medicals5. Receive Permanent Residence (PR)
Requirements:
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Job offer from designated employer

Relevant work experience

Meet education requirements

Language proficiency (CLB 4+)

Start-Up Visa
For entrepreneurs with the skills and potential to build businesses in Canada.

Timeline: 12 - 18 Months
Key Process Steps:
1. Develop Business Plan2. Secure Investor Commitment/Support Letter3. Submit Permanent Residence Application4. Work Permit Application (Optional)5. Receive Permanent Residence (PR)
Requirements:
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Qualifying business

Letter of Support from designated org

Language proficiency (CLB 5)

Sufficient settlement funds