Canada has one of the world’s most forward thinking immigration programs. There are multiple programs by which one can apply to migrate to Canada. These include:
– Migration to Canada through Express Entry program
– Migrate to Canada through the Quebec Selected Workers Program
– Migrate to Canada through Provincial Nominee Program
– Migrate to Canada as an Entrepreneur/self-employed person
– Migration to Canada for family
– Migrate to Canada as an Investor

The list of programs is dynamic and can change at any point of time. Each of these programs comes with its own set of application criteria and is designed for different types of applicants. Trent helps applicants in making the right decision to migrate to Canada by helping them choose the right program and assisting them throughout their migration program. Our experienced counsellors will be with you at every step of the way as you plan and navigate your migration journey.

EXPRESS ENTRY PROGRAM:
The Express Entry program is one of the most popular ways to migrate to Canada. It was the first immigration program to use skills and points to assess the eligibility of individuals wishing to migrate.

The visa processing time under this program can extend up to six months or less.

PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM (PNP):
If you opt for the PNP to apply for your PR visa, these are the steps:
– You must apply in the province or region where you desire to settle.
– You could be nominated by the province to apply for a PR visa if your profile meets the eligibility criteria.
– You can apply for your PR visa after you are nominated by a province.

The criteria for evaluating the PR application differs in each province but the eligibility requirements are like the Express Entry Program.

The PNP is an option you can choose if your points score is not high enough and you still get your provincial nomination. When making your application under the PNP, you can choose a province from where it will be easy to get a nomination based on your profile.

A provincial nomination can help you in two ways to get your PR visa. It can add 600 CRS points to your Express Entry application and makes you eligible to apply for your PR visa directly to IRCC.

QUEBEC SKILLED WORKER PROGRAM (QSWP):
Quebec has its own Provincial Nominee Program known as the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP). This immigration program was started with the intention to encourage more immigrants to come and settle in Quebec without having to go through the hassle of a lengthy immigration process.

Through this program skilled workers can apply for the Quebec Selection Certificate or Certificate de selection du Québec (CSQ). It is not necessary for applicants to have a valid job offer in order to migrate to Quebec. However, those with a job offer are given higher priority.

The QSWP is also based on a points-based system like the Express Entry System.

While each program to migrate to Canada has different criteria, there are a few things in common. Canadian immigration officials will typically assess migration applications based on:
– Educational profile
– Professional profile
– Your IELTS score
– French language skills if migrating to Quebec
– References & legal documentation
– Canadian employment documentation

This is not an exhaustive list and subject to change. Talk to a Trent counsellor to assess your eligibility and increase your chances of migrating to Canada.