Permanent Residence
Canada is a popular destination for those who wish to immigrate to a new country for various reasons such as job opportunities, education, a better quality of life, and more. The Canadian government offers several immigration programs to attract skilled workers from around the world, providing pathways to permanent residency and ultimately, Canadian citizenship.
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◉ Extensive experience with diverse clients, expertise in Canadian immigration laws
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◉ Collaborative process with case processing team, no surprises
◉ Personalized touch for every client, recognizing unique cases
◉ Up-to-date on latest Canadian immigration trends for relevant applications
Express Entry
Express Entry is a comprehensive and transparent online system used by the Canadian government to manage and process applications for skilled workers who want to immigrate to Canada permanently. It is designed to facilitate the selection and admission of highly skilled foreign nationals to Canada in a fast and efficient way.
There are three main pathways for skilled workers to immigrate to Canada through the Express Entry system:
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for one of these three programs can create an online Express Entry profile, where they are scored according to a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) based on factors such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and other factors. The highest-ranked candidates are then invited to apply for permanent residency through regular draws from the Express Entry pool.
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Do you meet the eligibility requirements for Express Entry?
Have you taken the initial steps toward creating your profile such as writing your language test and obtaining your ECA?
We would be happy to assist you with creating your Express Entry profile and getting you into the pool!
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Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) is one of the three main pathways for skilled workers to immigrate to Canada through the Express Entry system.
To be eligible for FSWP, applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Skilled work experience: Candidates must have at least one year of continuous skilled work experience in a TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupation within the last 10 years.
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Language proficiency: Candidates must prove their proficiency in English or French by taking a language test from a designated language testing agency and achieving a minimum score of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 7 in all four language abilities (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
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Education: Candidates must have at least a Canadian high school diploma or foreign education equivalent, and in some cases, a post-secondary degree or diploma from a recognized institution.
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Settlement funds: Candidates must show that they have sufficient funds to support themselves and their dependents when they arrive in Canada. This requirement varies based on family size.
The Federal Skilled Trades Program
(FSTP)
The Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) is a Canadian immigration program designed to allow skilled tradespeople to obtain permanent residency in Canada.
To be eligible for FSTP, applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Work Experience: Applicants must have at least two years of full-time work experience (or equivalent part-time experience) in a skilled trade in the five years preceding their application. The work experience must be in one of the eligible skilled trades identified by the Canadian government.
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Language Ability: Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in either English or French by taking a language test approved by the Canadian government. The minimum language score requirement may vary depending on the trade.
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Education: There are no specific educational requirements for the FSTP, but applicants may benefit from having a certificate or diploma in their skilled trade.
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Job Offer: Applicants may need to have a valid job offer from a Canadian employer. The job offer must be in a skilled trade and must be for at least one year.
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Proof of Funds: Applicants must demonstrate that they have enough funds to support themselves and any family members who are coming with them to Canada. The minimum required funds may vary depending on the size of the family and other factors.
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is a Canadian immigration program designed for individuals who have gained skilled work experience in Canada and want to obtain permanent residency.
To be eligible for CEC, applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Work Experience: Applicants must have at least one year of full-time (or equivalent part-time) skilled work experience in Canada within the three years preceding their application. The work experience must be in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3
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Language Ability: Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in either English or French by taking a language test approved by the Canadian government. The minimum language score requirement may vary depending on the skill level of the work experience.
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Education: There are no specific educational requirements for the CEC, but applicants may benefit from having a certificate or diploma in their field of work.
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Canadian Work Permit: Applicants must have legal status to work in Canada during their qualifying work experience. This means they must have been authorized to work in Canada with a work permit or as a temporary resident.
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Proof of Funds: Applicants must demonstrate that they have enough funds to support themselves and any family members who are coming with them to Canada. The minimum required funds may vary depending on the size of the family and other factors.
PNP
Provincial nomination is a pathway to permanent residency for skilled foreign workers who have been nominated by a province or territory. There are currently over 80 provincial nomination pathways across Canada, each designed to address the specific needs of individual provinces and territories. These pathways allow provinces and territories to select candidates based on their unique labour market demands, ensuring that skilled workers can fill important gaps in the workforce and contribute to Canada's economy.
The requirements for Provincial Nomination may vary depending on the specific province or territory in which an applicant wishes to apply. However, there are some general requirements that are typically consistent across most PNPs.
These requirements may include:
◉ Age, education, and language proficiency requirements:
◉ Typically, applicants must be between 18-49 years of age at the time of application
◉ They must have completed a minimum level of education, which may vary depending on the PNP stream or category
◉ Language proficiency requirements also vary depending on the PNP stream or category, but in general, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in either English or French by taking a standardized language test and achieve a minimum standard of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4 in each of the 4 abilities (listening, speaking, reading and writing)
◉ Work experience in a relevant occupation or industry:
◉ Applicants must typically have work experience in a specific occupation or industry that is in demand in the province or territory they are applying to
◉ An active job offer from an employer in the nominating province or territory (for some streams)
Popular Provincial Nomination Pathways
SINP
The SINP includes several streams, including the International Skilled Worker Stream, the Saskatchewan Experience Stream, and the Entrepreneur and Farm Streams. Each stream has its own set of eligibility criteria and application procedures.
OINP
Through OINP, Ontario nominates individuals who have the skills and experience needed in the local labour market to become permanent residents of Canada. The program has a number of different streams that are designed to target different types of immigrants, including the Human Capital Category, the Employer Job Offer Category, and the Business Category.
AINP
The AINP has several streams for skilled workers and entrepreneurs who want to live and work in Alberta. These categories include the Alberta Opportunity Stream, Alberta Express Entry Stream, Alberta Self-Employed Stream, and Alberta Tech Pilot. Eligibility criteria and requirements for each category may vary.
We are licensed to represent clients in the following provincial Nominee Programs
◉ Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program ( SINP)
◉ Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program
Manitoba Immigrant Nominee Program
◉ Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP)
◉ Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
◉ Prince Edward Island Provincial Program
◉ New Foundland and Labrador Provincial Programs
British Columbia Provincial Program
◉ New Brunswick Provincial Program
Family Sponsorship
Family sponsorship allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their eligible family members to come and live in Canada. The program is designed to reunite families and support family members who wish to make Canada their permanent home.
Eligible family members include
◉ Dependant children
◉ Parents
◉ Grandparents
Eligibility requirements to be a sponsor:
◉ Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada
◉ Be at least 18 years old
◉ Meet the minimum necessary income level for the past three years.
◉ Provide financial support for the sponsored family member for a specified period.
Eligibility requirements to be sponsored:
◉ Be the dependent child, parent, or grandparent of the sponsor.
◉ Pass criminal and medical background checks.
◉ Not be inadmissible to Canada for any reason, such as having a criminal record or a serious health condition.
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Spousal Sponsorship
Spousal sponsorship is a valuable pathway for couples who wish to start a new life together in Canada. The spousal sponsorship program allows sponsored spouses or common-law partners to obtain permanent resident status in Canada.
To be eligible for spousal sponsorship, both the sponsor and the sponsored spouse or common-law partner must meet certain eligibility requirements.
Here are the general eligibility requirements for both parties:
Eligibility requirements for the sponsor:
◉ Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
◉ Be at least 18 years old.
◉ Provide financial support for the sponsored spouse or common-law partner for a specified period.
◉ Prove that the sponsor and the sponsored spouse or common-law partner have a genuine and continuing relationship.
Eligibility requirements for the sponsored spouse or common-law partner:
◉ Be married to or in a common-law relationship with the sponsor.
◉ Be at least 18 years old.
◉ Pass criminal and medical background checks.
◉ Prove that the relationship with the sponsor is genuine and not entered into for the sole purpose of gaining immigration status.
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