Here is the information on 11 Canada Immigration Programs

Canada is a multicultural country and very receptive to immigrants. Due to its low population density and heated economy, it has invested in immigration processes. By the end of 2020, the target is 990 thousand new immigrants. Although, some believe that it is difficult to immigrate to Canada. The truth is that there are several possibilities, and each of them fits a different type of profile.

Below we will tell you a little about the most common Canada immigration programs and the objective of each one. Continue reading and check it out!

1. Federal Skilled Trade

The government of Canada recognizes that communities and cities across the country experience labour shortages in many skilled trades occupations. Consequently, the Federal Skilled Trades Class (FSTC, formerly known as the Federal Skilled Trades Program) is the only federal economic immigration program that singles out workers in trades occupations.. Most common professions in this category include butchers, chefs, construction workers, among others. You can check all requirements on the Canadian government website.

2. Federal Skilled Worker

This is a program of the federal government of Canada with a focus on highly qualified workers with work experience who wish to immigrate permanently to the country. Typical occupations that qualify for this program include teachers, accountants, health professionals, and civil engineers.

3. Canadian Experience Class

The purpose of this immigration process is to attract qualified workers who already have Canadian experience and who wish to become permanent residents. CEC is part of Express Entry selection system, just like the previous two.

To be eligible for Canadian Experience Class, 1 year of skilled work experience in Canada is required (in the last 3 years before you apply.)

You can meet this in a few different ways:

• full-time at 1 job: 30 hours/week for 12 months = 1 year full-time (1,560 hours)
• equal amount in part-time work: for example 15 hours/week for 24 months = 1 year full time (1,560 hours)
• You can work as many part-time jobs as you need to meet this requirement.
• full-time work at more than 1 job: 30 hours/week for 12 months at more than 1 job = 1-year full time (1,560 hours)

4. Self-Employed

This program allows professionals who have experience in cultural activities or athletics to immigrate to Canada as self-employed workers permanently. The person must continue exercising their profession in Canada, contributing to its culture or sport. Among the requirements is the need for an experience of at least two years within the last five years before the application date.

5. Start-up Visa

The Visa Start-up is an excellent option for those who wish to undertake in Canada. It targets immigrant entrepreneurs who want to open innovative businesses in the country, generate jobs for Canadians, and compete globally. You will also need to take a test to prove fluency in English or French.

6. Caregiver

As a caregiver, you have options to come to Canada to become a permanent resident or work temporarily. The program is primarily for health professionals focusing on home care and who are interested in immigrating to Canada. There is a great demand for workers who care for the elderly, children, the physically disabled, and people with great medical needs.

It is possible to carry out the program to obtain permanent residency or to qualify for temporary work. The requirements and information can be found on the CIC website. Here is the link: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/caregivers.html

7. Family Sponsorship

This immigration process is suitable for Canadian citizens or permanent residents who meet the basic requirements and wish to be legally and financially responsible for relatives such as parents, children and spouses. If you have a direct relative in Canada, you can try immigration this way.

8. Provincial Processes

Some of the provincial programs are the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP), the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP), the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), the Ontario Immigration Nominee Program (OINP), and Quebec, which it is separate from the others and has several programs within it.

9. Atlantic Immigration Pilot

This program aims to live in provinces such as New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. It has three categories (Atlantic High-Skilled Program, Atlantic Intermediate-Skilled Program, and Atlantic International Graduate Program). Each of them has different requirements. Detailed information about AIP program be found on https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/atlantic-immigration-pilot.html.

10. Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot

The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot is a community-driven program. It is designed to spread the benefits of economic immigration to smaller communities. It creates a path to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers who want to work and live in one of the participating communities. Some of them are:

• Sudbury and Thunder Bay (Ontario)
• Brandon (Manitoba)
• Vernon (British Columbia)

11. Agri-Food Pilot

The food and agriculture sector needs experienced labor to work in specific industries and occupations. To apply, it is necessary to have Canadian work experience in the eligible occupations, offer full-time and non-seasonal work, among other requirements.

Conclusion

That was a quick overview of most common Canada immigration programs. Hope it was useful. Good luck!