Skilled workers are in high demand in Canada. The Federal Skilled Worker program allows experienced professionals from all around the world to immigrate to Canada. The Federal Skilled Worker program is the most common route to immigration to Canada. However, the policies for eligibility under this category have becomes quite stringent these days. You must be in a profession that the country demands – a list of only 24 occupations are considered high in demand. Besides the occupation, you are also assessed on other factors that determine your ability to successfully settle in Canada once you immigrate.

Business immigration allows entrepreneurs to immigrate to Canada. The objective of this program is to allow people to establish their business, supporting Canada’s economy in return. People of high net worth usually apply for the Business Immigration category, however the process is complex and lengthy. It requires proper planning and documentation and you need to follow the procedures carefully when applying under the Business Immigration route.

Canada gives high value to the Family Class Sponsorship route as it reunites families. If you are sponsored by a family member who is a permanent resident or citizen of Canada, you can qualify for Family class immigration. Every year, hundreds of families immigrate under this program.

If you have had the opportunity to work in Canada as a full-time worker on a valid work permit, you may be eligible to apply for the Canadian Experience Class program. To be eligible, you must be a student who has completed a two-year post-secondary degree at a Canadian institution and then worked for one year on a full-time basis. Or have been a foreign worker with at least one years of full-time experience.