Immigration to Canada

Find out which immigration programs are best for you by taking our free Immigration Quiz!

Get information on all of Canada’s permanent immigration options.

Not sure where to start? Check out this overview of Canada’s different immigration options.

Find out how you can join the hundreds of thousands of temporary workers in Canada.

Find out about Canada’s world-class education system and how to get a study permit.

Find out about the process for visiting Canada. This may include applying for a visitor visa or an eTA.

Not everyone needs to work with an immigration consultant or lawyer. Find out if it makes sense for you.

IEC enables youth from 35 different countries to work and travel in Canada. Find out if you’re eligible.

Prepare to prove your official language proficiency.

Express Entry is Canada’s most popular permanent immigration option for skilled workers. This is how it works.

Find out the results from the latest Express Entry draw, including how many ITAs were issued and the CRS score cut-off.

Check your estimated CRS score and find out if you’re competitive through Express Entry.

FSW does not require any Canadian work experience. It’s a popular option for workers from around the world!

CEC requires at least one year of Canadian work experience. If you have that experience, it could be a great option.

Many Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) are aligned with Express Entry. See all the open PNPs here.

Not all Express Entry draws are equal. Some draws specifically invite candidates based on work experience or language proficiency.

Canada may invite Express Entry candidates with work experience in a STEM occupation.

PNPs are mini-immigration programs run by the provinces and territories. Find out if you’re eligible.

The province of Quebec has its own distinct immigration pathway. Find out if it could be an option for you.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents may sponsor a spouse, child, parent, or grandparent. Find out how.

Discuss your plans with other newcomers just like you! Check out our Facebook forum.

A work permit allows you to come to Canada and work temporarily. Learn more here.

Youth from more than 30 countries can live and work in Canada through IEC.

Employers in Canada can use this program to hire foreign talent to fill labour shortages. These work permits require LMIAs. Find out more.

This program provides work permits without requiring an LMIA. Find out how it works.

An LMIA is a document Canadian employers need to obtain before hiring foreign talent. Find out about the process.

If you’re from the U.S. or Mexico, you may qualify for a USMCA Work Permit. Find out more.

A BOWP allows permanent residence applicants to work in Canada while their applications are processed.

International students can stay in Canada and work after studying by applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.

If you work for a multinational company with an office in Canada, you may quality for an Intra-Company Transfer work permit.

If you’re interested in studying in Canada, you should start in our study section!

Sign up for our free email-education service to learn about studying in Canada. Sign up here.

Find out how to apply for a Canadian study permit.

Learn why more than half a million international students are currently studying in Canada. Read our guide.

Wondering how to choose a school in Canada? This guide is for you.

Students from these countries may be eligible for a fast-track study permit.