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Eligibility criteria for Canadian immigration

While each program to migrate to Canada has different criteria, a few things are in common. Canadian immigration officials will typically assess migration applications based on:

Educational Profile

Professional Profile

IELTS score

French language skills if migrating to Quebec

References & legal documentation

Canadian employment documentation

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Canada immigration on a PR visa

Welcoming 1.5 million PRs by 2026
More than 1 million job vacancies
Easy immigration policies
Earn 5-8 times more than your current salary
High standard of living

Canada Immigration on a PR visa is the wisest option for candidates wishing to settle in the country permanently. Canada PR visa allows you to permanently live, work, and study anywhere in Canada for 5 years. An applicant can migrate to Canada on a PR Visa through many pathways like Express Entry, PNP, Family Sponsorship, Start-up visa, Quebec Immigration Program, and Caregiver Visa.

Canada Immigration from India

Canada has among the world’s most streamlined immigration programs. There are multiple pathways for Indians to immigrate to Canada. Popular pathways for Canada Immigration include:

Immigrate to Canada – Express Entry

Canada’s Express Entry is the most sought-after immigration program in the world. Express Entry was launched in 2015 and is the first immigration program to use a points-based system for assessing the eligibility of individuals looking to migrate to Canada.

Immigrate to Canada – PNP

The Provincial Nominee Program is the next best option for Canada Immigration. Candidates not qualified in the Express Entry System can opt for this pathway. If the candidate receives a PNP nomination, it adds an additional 600 points to the candidate’s profile. This makes the candidate eventually qualify for Express Entry.

The Provincial Nomination Program has two categories:

Enhanced PNPs – Use Express Entry System to draw candidates
Base PNPs – Operates independently without Express Entry

Under Base PNPs, below is the list of programs to which a candidate can choose to apply:

When applying under the PNP, you can choose a province from which it will be easy to get a nomination based on your profile.

*Check your eligibility to Canada through the Y-Axis Canada CRS Score Calculator.

Express Entry Draws in 2023

Draw no.	Date	Immigration program	Invitations issued	CRS score of the lowest-ranked candidate invited
271	October 26, 2023	Healthcare occupations (2023-1)	3,600	431
270	October 25, 2023	French language proficiency (2023-1)	300	486
269	October 24, 2023	Provincial Nominee Program	1,548	776
268	October 10, 2023	All Program draw	3,725	500
267	September 28, 2023	Agriculture and agri-food occupations (2023-1)	600	354
266	September 27, 2023	French language proficiency (2023-1)	500	472
265	September 26, 2023	All Program draw	3,000	504
264	September 20, 2023	Transport occupations (2023-1)	1,000	435
263	September 19, 2023	All Program draw	3,200	531
262	August 15, 2023	All Program draw	4,300	496
261	August 3, 2023	Trade occupations (2023-1)	1,500	388
260	August 2, 2023	French language proficiency (2023-1)	800	435
259	August 01, 2023	All Program draw	2,000	517
258	July 12, 2023	French language proficiency (2023-1)	3,800	375
257	July 11, 2023	All Program draw	800	505
256	July 7, 2023	French language proficiency (2023-1)	2,300	439
255	July 6, 2023	Healthcare occupations (2023-1)	1,500	463
254	July 5, 2023	STEM occupations (2023-1)	500	486
253	July 4, 2023	All Program draw	700	511
252	June 28, 2023	Healthcare occupations (2023-1)	500	476
251	June 27, 2023	All Program draw	4,300	486
250	June 8, 2023	All Program draw	4,800	486
249	May 24, 2023	All Program draw	4,800	488
248	May 10, 2023	Provincial Nominee Program	589	691
247	April 26, 2023	All Program draw	3,500	483
246	April 12, 2023	All Program draw	3,500	486
245	March 29, 2023	All Program draw	7,000	481
244	March 23, 2023	All Program draw	7,000	484
243	March 15, 2023	All Program draw	7,000	490
242	March 1, 2023	Provincial Nominee Program	667	748
241	February 15, 2023	Provincial Nominee Program	699	791
240	February 2, 2023	Federal Skilled Worker	3,300	489
239	February 1, 2023	Provincial Nominee Program	893	733
238	January 18, 2023	All Program draw	5,500	490
237	January 11, 2023	All Program draw	5,500	507

Canada PNP Draws in 2023

Month	Province	No. of draws	No. of candidates
October	Alberta	3	196
	BC	4	713
	Manitoba	1	542
	PEI	2	124
	Saskatchewan	1	99
	Quebec	1	1220
September	Alberta	3	476
	BC	4	849
	Manitoba	3	2250
	Ontario	7	2677
	PEI	2	157
	Quebec	2	2451
	Saskatchewan	1	23
August	Alberta	4	815
	BC	4	937
	Manitoba	3	1526
	Ontario	6	9906
	PEI	3	222
	Quebec	1	1306
	Saskatchewan	1	642
July	Alberta	3	304
	BC	4	746
	Manitoba	3	1744
	Ontario	4	1904
	PEI	1	106
	Quebec	1	1633
	Saskatchewan	1	35
June	Alberta	5	479
	BC	4	717
	Manitoba	3	1716
	Ontario	3	3177
	PEI	3	309
	Quebec	1	1006
	Saskatchewan	1	500
May	BC	5	854
	Manitoba	2	1065
	Ontario	5	6890
	Quebec	1	802
	Saskatchewan	2	2076
	PEI	2	280
April	Alberta	4	405
	BC	4	678
	Manitoba	3	1631
	Ontario	5	1184
	Quebec	1	1020
	Saskatchewan	1	1067
	PEI	1	189
March	Alberta	1	134
	BC	4	968
	Manitoba	2	1163
	New Brunswick	1	144
	Ontario	6	3,906
	PEI	3	303
	Quebec	2	1636
	Saskatchewan	2	550
February	Ontario	4	3,183
	Manitoba	2	891
	Saskatchewan	1	421
	British Columbia	4	909
	PEI	1	228
	Alberta	1	100
January	Ontario	6	3,591
	Manitoba	2	658
	Saskatchewan	1	50
	British Columbia	5	1,122
	PEI	2	223
Total		179	79,828

Immigrate to Canada – QSWP

Officially referred to as the Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP), the Quebec Skilled Worker Program if for you if you intend to immigrate to Quebec permanently to work.

An interest in immigrating to Quebec must be declared as the first part of the process. Those with the training and professional skills to facilitate their job integration in the province are then selected by Quebec and issued an invitation to apply.

Invitation rounds by Quebec are held through the Arrima Portal. As such, provincial draws by Quebec are also referred to as the Arrima draw.
Through the QSWP, skilled workers can apply for the Quebec Selection Certificate or Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ). It is not necessary for applicants to have a valid job offer to migrate to Quebec. However, those with a job offer are given higher priority.
Th QSWP is also based on a points-based system like the Express Entry System.
Quebec is not a part of Canada's Canadian PNP and federal Express Entry system.

*Check your eligibility to Quebec through the Y-Axis Quebec Immigration Points Calculator

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Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026

Canada, the Maple Leaf country, has become the most popular among people willing to settle abroad. Everyone loves to settle in Canada because of its warm, welcoming nature, great quality of life, multicultural spirit, millions of job opportunities, career growth, 100’s immigration pathways, easy citizenship policies, and many more.

Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026

Its 2024-26 immigration plan will amaze you! Canada plans to welcome 1.5 million newcomers by 2026 and invests $1.6 billion in their settlement.

Immigration Class	2024	2025	2026
Economic	2,81,135	3,01,250	3,01,250
Family	114000	1,18,000	1,18,000
Refugee	76,115	72,750	72,750
Humanitarian	13,750	8000	8000
Total	485,000	500,000	500,000

Canada Visas for Immigration

Temporary Work Visas

Work Permit: For individuals with a job offer from a Canadian employer. The specific work permit type may vary depending on factors such as the type of work, duration, and employer sponsorship.
International Mobility Program (ICT): Under this program, individuals with unique job offers, such as intra-company transferees or participants in international agreements, may qualify for work permits.

Express Entry System (Permanent Residence)

Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): For skilled workers with eligible work experience, language proficiency, and education. Candidates are assessed based on a points system.
Canadian Experience Class (CEC): For individuals who have gained skilled work experience in Canada on a temporary work permit.

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)

Various provinces and territories in Canada have their own nomination programs that allow them to select candidates for permanent residency based on their specific labor market needs. Examples include the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP), and more.

Business and Investment Visas

Start-Up Visa Program: For entrepreneurs with a viable business idea who can secure investment and support from designated Canadian organizations.

Entrepreneur Programs: For individuals who intend to be entrepreneurs or want to start or take over business in Canada BCPNP, ONIP, NCNIP. The Investor & Entrepreneur division handles these programs.

Family Sponsorship Visas

Spousal Sponsorship: Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouses, common-law partners, or dependent children to join them in Canada.

Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship: Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their parents and grandparents to become permanent residents.

Study Permits (SOV)

Study Permit: For international students pursuing full-time study programs at designated Canadian institutions.

Canada Visa Processing Time

The Canada visa processing times are based on the IRCC processing times. The below table has the list of visas and the processing times:

Type of Canada Visa	Processing time of Canada Visa
Express Entry	On average, most of the Express Entry applications get processed under 6 – 27 months from the day the IRCC receives the application.
	FSWP via Express Entry Processing time is up to 27 months
	FSTP via Express Entry Processing time is up to 49 months
	CEC via Express Entry Processing time is up to 19 months
	PNPs via Express Entry (online) Processing time is up to 14 months
Canada PR Visa	An applicant will receive a Permanent Resident visa in at least 107 days
Canada PR Visa Renewal	The Canada PR visa renewal sometimes might take several months. The general processing time for PR card renewal is around 90 days.
Canada Work Visa	Canadian work visa processing has the widest range. It takes at least 14 weeks to process the work visa or work permit.
Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)	Depending on the LMIA the applicant chooses, the processing time for LMIA takes 8 – 29 business days to process the application.
Study visa	The Canadian study visa or permit gets processed in around 12 weeks
Canadian Citizenship	To obtain Canadian Citizenship, it takes at least 24 months.
Canada Visitor visa	Canada visitor visa will get processed in a minimum of 164 days
Canada Spousal sponsorship (Dependent visa)	The average time Canada Spousal sponsorship processing takes up to 20 months
Super Visa	Most of all Super visa applicants in just a few weeks, but usually, it takes around 31 months
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)	Canadian PGWP applies after completing studies; the processing time usually takes 2 – 6 months.
Start-Up Visa	The processing time usually takes 31 months.

Canada Immigration Eligibility

Each of the Canadian immigration programs has its own eligibility criteria. Candidates need to meet the below list of eligibility criteria while applying for a Canada PR visa:

Educational Credential Assessment
Work experience
IELTS / PTE / CELPIP score
French language skills, if migrating to Quebec
Job offer in Canada (not mandatory)
Canadian employment

Canada Immigration Requirements

The requirements for Canada Immigration are different for different immigration programs. Here is the general list of requirements a candidate has to meet:

67/100 in Canada points grid
Educational Credential Assessment
IELTS/PTE/CELPIP score
Proof of funds
A valid Job offer in Canada (not mandatory)

Canada Immigration Process

Canada’s immigration process follows easy procedures with hundreds of pathways. Migrating through a Canada PR visa gives you access to permanent residency. You will have to go through the Canada PR application process for this.

Step 1: Express Entry profile creation
Step 2: Get your ECA
Step 3: Complete your language ability test scores
Step 4: Evaluate your CRS score
Step 5: Apply for the PNP program
Step 6: Receive Invitation to Apply (ITA)
Step 7: Apply for a Canada Visa
Step 8: Fly to Canada

Canada Immigration Points

Different factors determine your Canada Immigration Points. An applicant needs to score 67 points through the Canada PR points calculator.

Factors that affect	Score points
Age	Maximum 12 points
Education	Maximum 25 points
Language Proficiency	Maximum 28 points (English and French)
Work Experience	Maximum 15 points
Adaptability	Maximum of 10 points
Arranged employment	Additional 10 points (not mandatory).

Job Vacancies in Canada

As per the StatCan reports, there are 1 million job vacancies in Canada. The below table gives you information about the top-in-demand occupations in Canada, along with the average salary range.

Occupation	Average Salary in CAD
Sales Representative	$52,000 to $64,000
Accountant	$63,000 to $75,000
Engineering Project Manager	$74,000 to $92,000
Business Analyst	$73,000 to $87,000
IT Project Manager	$92,000 to $114,000
Account Manager	$75,000 to $92,000
Software Engineer	$83,000 to $99,000
Human Resources	$59,000 to $71,000
Customer Service Representative	$37,000 to $43,000
Administrative Assistant	$37,000 to $46,000

Canada Visa Fees

The below table shows the processing fees for different types of Canada visas:

Type of Canada Visa	Canada Visa Fee (CAD)
Canada PR Visa	2,500 - 3,000
Canada Work Visa	155 - 200
Study Visa	150
Canada Visitor visa	85
Family Visa	1080 -1500
Business Visa	1,625

Latest Canada Immigration News

November 29, 2023

185 invitations to apply were sent to candidates in the latest British Columbia draw

BCPNP held a draw recently and sent 185 invitations to apply to candidates with scores ranging from 60 – 116. Invitations were issued to the general, childcare, construction, and healthcare professionals in the skilled workers, International graduates, Entry level and semi-skilled, and EEBC option streams.

Latest British Columbia Draw issued 185 invitations with a cut-off score 60-116

November 28, 2023

30,000 migrants to be welcomed by Alberta, Canada

The board of conference report stated that Alberta is forecasting 30,000 migrants in 2024, and Edmonton had a net migration of more than 33,000 people last year. It acts as a recruitment platform in order to improve the labour market.

Alberta, Canada to welcome 30,000 migrants in 2024, breaks 20-year record

November 28, 2023

New pathways and immigration policies have been released by Quebec, Canada

Quebec releases new immigration policies that are effective from today. These changes include economic pilot streams to language proficiency requirements, and specific sectors will be targeted by pilot programs in order to reduce labour shortages. Quebec is also forecasting the arrival of 49,000 immigrants this year, and 50,000 in 2024 and 2025 each year.

New pathways & eased immigration policies 2024-25 announced by Quebec, Canada

November 25, 2023

Ontario to increase minimum wage for primary school teachers

The minimum pay for primary school teachers to be increased to $23.86 per hour starting from next year and there is a positive job outlook for this sector in the coming years. The estimated number of people that were employed in the year 2021 was 229,100, and 108,800 new opportunities are estimated from 2022 – 2031.

Ontario, Canada to increase wages to $23.86 per hour for primary school teachers. Apply Now!

November 22, 2023

BCPNP issued 161 skilled immigration invitations

BCPNP recently held a draw on November 21, 2023 and sent 161 invitations to skilled worker graduates with a score ranging from 60 – 94. The invitations sent in the skilled immigration stream are based on factors such as language, occupation, and education.

British Columbia PNP draw issued 161 Skills Immigration Invitations

November 17, 2023

666 candidates were invited by Manitoba BC, and PEI in the latest PNP draws

The draw was held on November 16, 2023 and invitations were sent to candidates based on their CRS scores. BC PNP draw issued 224 invitations to candidates with a minimum score of 60 – 113, Manitoba sent 301 invitations to apply with a score of 721 – 809, and 224 invitations were issued by PEI with a score of 80.

BC, Manitoba, PEI invited 666 candidates in the latest PNP draws

November 17, 2023

Canada launches a new tool for faster processing of IEC applications

IRCC introduced a new automation tool for processing IEC applications faster. IEC is a work permit that allows young professionals from all over the world to come and work in Canada. The tool processes the applications by using parameters that have been designed by IRCC officials with expertise, based on the program's legislative and regulatory requirements.

Canada IEC work permits get automated processing. Apply now!

November 15, 2023

Alberta held a draw on 9 November, 2023 and issued 16 invitations to candidates

Alberta invited 16 candidates with a score of 305. Invitations were sent out to candidates who were in the Healthcare professions. In 2023, 9,750 nomination certificates are to be sent by AAIP for Express Entry and non-Express Entry pathways, and more than 10,000 nominations are estimated in 2024 and 2025.

Alberta PNP draw issued 16 invitations for candidates with a cut off score of 305

November 13, 2023

80% of Canadians are satisfied with Quality of Life; Survey 2023

Canadian Social Survey was conducted to understand social topics such as the impacts of COVID-19, activities, time-use, emergency situations, quality of life, etc. The result was focused on people's comfort with personal relationships and trust in people in the information and news from the media. 80% of people expressed a high level of satisfaction, according to the report. The target people for the Canadian Social Survey are all non-regulated persons 15 years of age or older.

80% of Canadians satisfied with Quality of Life, Health Care and Trust', Survey 2023

November 13, 2023

Canada processes a record number of 2.6 lac visas in Nov

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced to begin the processing of a certain visitor visas through its immigration system. The goal of the strategy is to improve the service and to reduce waiting times. More than 260,000 visitor visas were processed in November 2022, and a higher number of visas were processed by the end of 2022.

Breaking News! Canada processes a record number of 2.6 lac visas in Nov

November 09, 2023

QS World University Rankings 2024: The UK, US, Singapore, and Switzerland dominate the top 10

The 2024 QS World University Rankings for Asia have been announced by the esteemed worldwide higher education experts. Top universities from US, UK, Canada, Australia, Switzerland, and Singapore have been listed. These universities are ranked according to a number of factors, such as internationalisation, teaching resources, research capacity, and worldwide reputation.

QS World University Rankings 2024: The UK, US, Singapore, and Switzerland dominate the top 10

November 08, 2023

SINP adds 279 new occupations to Canada Work Permit stream. Check yours!

Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Programme (SINP) is expanding its Existing Work Permit stream in order to provide jobs to temporary foreign workers with the opportunity to apply for permanent residency. The expansion is aimed towards improving employee retention and to fill labor shortages. The province currently has 16,000 job openings with a forecast of 112,260 job opportunities by the next five years.

November 08, 2023

Latest BCPNP draw issued 190 invitations under 3 streams

The latest BCPNP draw was held on November 7^th and has sent invitations to apply (ITAs) for candidates. A total number of 190 invitations were issued under 3 streams. The invitations are sent for technology, healthcare, and early childhood educators under the streams of skilled workers, international graduates (Includes EEBC option).

November 06, 2023

Six provinces in Canada sent invitations to candidates in the latest PNP draws

Six provinces in Canada invited 3015 candidates in latest PNP Draws. The invitations were issued by British Columbia, Ontario, Alberta, Quebec, PEI, and Manitoba. The latest immigration levels plan released on 1^st of November shows that IRCC aims to admit 110,000 new coming candidates through PNP in 2024, and 120,000 in both 2025 and 2026; the program is focused on making it easier for the new comers to settle, improve efficiency, and to coordinate the growth of immigration levels.

November 02, 2023

Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026 targets 1.5 Million PRs

Canada has released its Immigration Levels Plans 2024-2026 in which the number of targets for various pathways has increased. The plan has been made to meet the immigration goals of the country which include:

Economy growth
Family reunification
Asylum offering to refugees

The detailed table for the 2024-2026 Immigration Levels Plan is provided in the table below:

Immigration Class	2024	2025	2026
Economic	2,81,135	3,01,250	3,01,250
Family	114000	1,18,000	1,18,000
Refugee	76,115	72,750	72,750
Humanitarian	13,750	8000	8000
Total	485,000	500,000	500,000

November 01, 2023

Canada PNP October 2023 round-up: 1674 candidates were invited!

1,674 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued via the 11 PNP draws that were conducted in October 2023. Five Canadian provinces: Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Prince Edward Island, Manitoba and Alberta held the draws while British Columbia issued the highest invites to 713 candidates.

November 01, 2023

Canada Express Entry October 2023 round-up: 9173 ITAs were issued

IRCC conducted four Express Entry draws in October 2023 and issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 9,173 candidates. Two category-based draws, one PNP draw and one All-program draw was held in October. 5,448 ITAs were issued in the last week of October 2023.

October 16, 2023

Canada Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) 2023 lottery is open for applicants

Canada PGP 2023 lottery is open from October 10, 2023 to October 23, 2023. IRCC planned to issue ITAs to 15,000 potential applicants. Till date it received 24,200 applications. The Minimum Necessary Income (MNI) is a crucial component of PGP eligibility.

October 10, 2023

#268 Express Entry draw invites 3725 candidates to apply for Canada PR

IRCC conducted #268 Express Entry draw and invited 3725 eligible candidates. The CRS score required to acquire an Invitation to Apply (ITAs) was set at 500.

October 09, 2023

New Brunswick International Virtual Recruitment Drive 2023

New Brunswick is hiring international skilled workers in various sectors. The Virtual recruitment drive will be held from October to the month of December 2023 for various sectors. The table given below has complete details of the NB Virtual Drives that are yet to be conducted in October to December 2023.

2023	NB Virtual Recruitment Various Sectors	Online
Oct-23	International Recruitment Mission (Trades)	Mexico City
Oct-23	October 15-17, 2023	Mexico City
Oct-23	Live and Work in New Brunswick	Mexico City
	October 18, 2023
	(French presentation)
Oct-23	International Recruitment Event (Trucking/Logging)	Sao Paulo
Oct-23	October 26-27-28-29-30	Sao Paulo
Oct-23	Live and Work in New Brunswick	Sao Paulo
Oct-23	October 26-27-28-29-30	Sao Paulo
November/December 2023	Destination Canada Mobility Forum – Canada.ca
	Paris (France) November 18 and 19, 2023 – In person	Paris, France
	Rabat (Morocco) November 22,23 and 24, 2023 – In person	Rabat, Morrocco
	Online from December 4 to 6, 2023	Online
November 26 and 27, 2023	Healthcare Recruitment Mission	Brussels
Nov-23	Physician and Allied Health Recruitment Event	UK and Ireland

October 09, 2023

Alberta, BC, Manitoba, and PEI’s PNP Draws issued 786 invitations in 1st week of October 2023

Four Canadian provinces, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Prince Edward Island conducted PNP draws in the first week of October 2023. 786 invitations were issued via the PNP draws with a cut-of score of 60-620.

October 01, 2023

‘NO’ requirement of medical examination for Express Entry from October 01, 2023

As of from October 01, 2023 there is no longer required the medical examination at the time of application for Express Entry. Clients are been requested to wait till the issuance of particulars regarding this update.

September 30, 2023

Canada Issues Over 154,000 Invitations for Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs in 2023

In a move that reflects Canada’s ongoing commitment to immigration as a means to sustain economic growth and address demographic challenges, the country has issued over 154,000 invitations to potential immigrants till September 2023. These invitations are dispersed through various immigration pathways, notably the Express Entry system and the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP).

Invitations issued so far in 2023
Canadian Draws	No. of invitations issued
Express Entry	86,048
Alberta PNP	3487
British Columbia PNP	7390
Manitoba PNP	12644
New Burnswick PNP	1064
Ontario PNP	36395
PEI PNP	1965
Sasketchewan PNP	5201

September 29, 2023

#267 category-based Express Entry draw invites 600 Agriculture and agri-food occupations

IRCC conducted #267 category-based Express Entry draw and invited 600 eligible candidates. The CRS score required to acquire an Invitation to Apply (ITA) was set at 354.

September 28, 2023

#266 category-based Express Entry draw invites 500 French-speaking candidates

IRCC conducted #266 category-based Express Entry draw and invited 500 eligible French-speaking candidates. The CRS score required to acquire an Invitation To Apply (ITA) was set at 472. This is the fourth French-language proficiency- category draw in 2023.

September 27, 2023

Latest Express Entry draw issues 3,000 ITAs for candidates with a CRS score of 504

IRCC conducted the latest Express Entry Draw on 26 September 2023. It was an All-program draw that issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 3,000 candidates. The minimum CRS required to apply for Canada PR was 504. In September 2023, 29 Express Entry Draws were held and issued ITAs to 84,948 candidates.

September 25, 2023

NewFoundland and Labrador’s Virtual Immigration Fair: East & Southeast Asia

Canadian province, Newfoundland and Labrador is open for Virtual Immigration Fair for individuals from East and Southeast Asia. Interested candidates can register online via the official website to attend a live Immigration Program session with the Immigration officers in NFL. Candidates will also get an opportunity to network with potential Canadian employers. Don’t delay, Register now!

September 24, 2023

Around 60% of Internationally Educated Healthcare Professionals (IEHPs) are employed in their course of study in Canada, as per Statistics Canada!

The latest reports released by Statistics Canada revealed that 58% of IEHPs in Canada are said to be working in their field of study, and out of the 259,694 IEHPs in Canada, around 76% of the professionals were employed.

September 23, 2023

Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Ontario, and PEI invited 2,115 candidates in 3rd week of September 2023

Canada PNP Draws: 2,115 candidates were invited via the 3rd week of September, 2023 PNP draws. Five Canadian provinces, namely, Alberta, Manitoba, British Columbia, Prince Edward Island and Ontario conducted the draws, with a CRS score range of 40-723. Ontario issued the highest number of invitations to 671 candidates.

The table given below has details of the PNP draws in the Week 3 of September 2023.

PNPs	Date of the Draw	Categories	No of candidates invited	Minimum CRS score
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)	September 21, 2023	Skilled Worker in Manitoba, All occupations, International Education Stream & Skilled Worker Overseas	620	612-723
British Columbia Provincial Nominee program (BC PNP)	September 19, 2023	Skilled Worker & International Graduate	225	60-111
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)	September 12 & 14, 2023	Alberta Express Entry	442	301-383
PEI PNP	September 21, 2023	Business Work Permit Entrepreneur & Labour & Express Entry Invitations	157	80
Ontario Nominee Program (OINP)	September 19 & 21, 2023	Masters Graduate stream, PhD Graduate stream & French-speaking skilled Worker stream	671	40-434

September 21, 2023

First-ever Express Entry draw for Transport Occupations issued 1000 ITAs

IRCC conducted the first-ever Express Entry draw for Transport Occupation. The draw was held on 20 September 2023, and Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 1000 candidates. The CRS score required to receive an ITA was set at 435. The table given below has the list of occupations along with the NOC codes that are eligible for the Transport Occupation category.

Occupation	2021 NOC code	2021 TEER category
Aircraft assemblers and aircraft assembly inspectors	93200	3
Transport truck drivers	73300	3
Railway traffic controllers and marine traffic regulators	72604	2
Engineer officers, water transport	72603	2
Deck officers, water transport	72602	2
Air traffic controllers and related occupations	72601	2
Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors	72600	2
Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors	72404	2
Railway Carmen/women	72403	2
Managers in transportation	70020	0

September 20, 2023

Express Entry #263 draw invited 3,200 candidates to apply for Canada PR

The IRCC conducted the first Express Entry Draw for September on 19 September 2023. The #263 Express Entry draw invited 3,200 candidates to apply for Canada PR with a CRS score of 531. It was an All-program draw and selected candidates from FSTP, FSWP, CEC and PNP immigration programs.

September 19, 2023

Express Entry #263 draw invites 3,200 candidates to apply for Canada PR

On September 19, IRCC invited 3,200 candidates to apply for permanent residence. The cut-off Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was set to 531 for the draw.

September 15, 2023

IRCC to accept 15,000 applications under PGP in 2023

On October 10, 2023, IRCC will issue ITAs to 24,200 interested potential sponsors to receive up to 15,000 complete applications.

September 13, 2023

BC PNP draw issued 183 candidates under skills immigration

British Columbia invited 183 candidates under three different streams on Sep 13, 2023.

September 12, 2023

Prince Edward Island – International Recruitment Event in Singapore, Belgium and France

PEI International Recruitment to be held in 2023 in Singapore, Belgium and France. Frequent International Recruits to be conducted by the PEI in 2023. PEI office of Immigration plans on recruiting more international workers to make up for the workforce demands in PEI. Occupations like Healthcare, Trades, IT, Construction, Hospitality, and Manufacturing.

September 11, 2023

Does your college make the cut as a ‘Trusted Institution’? Check Canada’s updated ISP

IRCC plans on implementing a new Trusted Institution Framework to its student visa program by 2024. The Framework is set to focus on streamlining the International Student Program (ISP) by the IRCC.

September 09, 2023

BC, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario invited 1,103 candidates in 1st week of September 2023

Four provinces held 4 draws and invited 1,103 candidates in the first week of September 2023.

September 07, 2023

OINP, SINP, MPNP issued 881 invitations

Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan issued 881 invitations on September 07, 2023 under 5 different streams.

September 06, 2023

BC PNP draw issued 222 invitations

British Columbia invited 222 candidates under three different streams on Sep 06, 2023.

September 04, 2023

Top 10 cities in Canada ranked as the safest, as per Rentola

Ten safest cities in Canada, as per the safety score:

Barrie, Ontario: 7.13;
Brantford, Ontario: 7.00;
Guelph, Ontario: 6.84;
Toronto, Ontario: 6.63;
Saint John, New Brunswick: 6.63;
Bellelville, Ontario: 6.43;
Windsor, Ontario: 6.42;
St. Catharines-Niagra, Ontario: 6.40;
Lethbridge, Alberta; 6.37;
Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo, Ontario: 6.29

September 02, 2023

The IRCC website to be under Maintenance on September 6, 2023

The IRCC website is scheduled for system maintenance on the 6th of September 2023. Candidates who are due to create and submit their ITA/EE profiles are advised to do so before the 4th of September. This online service will be unavailable from 12:00 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 5, 2023 Eastern time, in order to perform system maintenance.

September 01, 2023

IRCC held 4 Express Entry draws in August 2023 and issued 8,600 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The details of the Express Entry draws held in August 2023 are given below:

Draw No.	Date	Invitations issued	Reference links
262	Aug 15, 2023	4,300	Canada All Program Express Entry draw issued 4300 ITAs
261	Aug 03, 2023	1,500	First Express Entry Trade Occupation Specific Draw issued 1500 ITAs
260	Aug 02, 2023	800	IRCC held a targeted Express Entry Draw and invited 800 French speakers
259	Aug 01, 2023	2,000	Canada All Program Express Entry draw issued 2000 ITAs

September 01, 2023

Outlook of Canada PNP draws held in August 2023

The details of the Canada PNP draws held in August 2023 are given below:

August 2023 Canada PNP draws
Province Name	Date	Invitations Issued
Alberta Provincial Nominee Program	August 1-August 26, 2023	815
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP)	August 1-August 29, 2023	937
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)	August 1-August 30, 2023	9906
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)	August 10-August 31, 2023	1526
Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP)	August 03-August 31, 2023	222
Quebec Immigration Program	August 10, 2023	1306
Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)	August 16, 2023	642
Total no. of invitations issued in August 2023		15,354

August 30, 2023

Ontario invited 772 candidates on August 30, 2023

Ontario PNP draw held on 30 August 2023, issued 772 ITAs (Invitations to Apply) under the Masters graduate stream. Candidates with a CRS score range of 44+ received the invitations.

Read more…

August 29, 2023

British Columbia issues 155 ITAs via the latest BC PNP Draw

BC PNP draw held on 29 August 2023, issued 155 ITAs (Invitations to Apply) to eligible candidates with a CRS score range of 60-88. The BC PNP draw targeted Tech, Healthcare, Childcare and other priority occupations.

August 28, 2023

Work in Canada Virtual Job Fair. Register now for New Brunswick’s Multi-Sector Recruitment Event 2023.

New Brunswick, Canada Recruitment Event offers a unique opportunity for skilled professionals to work in Canada. It provides a distinct way of life and exciting career opportunities, which help you to settle in Canada in one step.

Reserve your spot today for NB Virtual Recruitment Event!

2023	NB Virtual Recruitment Various Sectors
International Recruitment Mission in the Healthcare Sector
September 12-14	Casablanca, Morocco
September 16-17	Brussels, Belgium
Live and Work in New Brunswick
September 12 & 13	Casablanca, Morocco
September 16 & 17	Brussels, Belgium

August 26, 2023

Canada PNP Draws held in the 4th week of August 2023

Alberta, BC, & Manitoba held 3 draws and invited 1256 candidates. Details of the Canada PNP draws are mentioned in the below table:

PNPs	Date	Streams	No. of candidates	Scores
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP)	August 22, 2023	EEBC stream	230	60-109
Alberta Provincial Nominee Program	August 22, 2023	Alberta Express Entry Stream	403	303-408
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program	August 24, 2023	Skilled Worker in Manitoba	623	612-724

August 25, 2023

Are you an Optometrist? Canada needs you…

For optometrists, chiropractors, and other health diagnosing and treating positions, over the period 2022 – 2031, new job openings arising from expansion demand and replacement demand are expected to total 17,900,” notes Job Bank. Currently, Canada is in dire need of 700 optometrists. The average annual salary of an Optometrist in Canada is $167,858.

An Optometrist can migrate to Canada through the following pathways:

Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program
Federal Skilled Trades (FST) program
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

August 24, 2023

‘Quebec Immigration numbers should be raised to 60,000,’ suggests the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

The Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal suggests that Quebec should increase its immigration target to 60,000. This is one of the six proposals put forward by the board. The other recommendations include:

Establishing the province’s capacity for integration.
Decreasing the processing time for permanent residency applications.
Consistently admitting candidates through the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ).
Elevating the intake of skilled immigrants in the construction sector to address housing supply issues.
Collaborating with the francization support network and the business sector to enhance francization services for new arrivals.

August 23, 2023

Two important changes in Agri-Food Pilot Program to fulfill the workforce demands in Canada

On August 18, 2023, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced two modifications to its Agri-Food Pilot program in response to Canada’s labor requirements.

The first change allows family members of all participants in the program to obtain open work permits.
The second update is that the IRCC will now accept letters from unions as proof of a candidate’s work experience, offering an alternative to employer reference letters.

August 22, 2023

‘Canada to rank as the top destination for International Start-Up Founders,’ OECD reports

Canada was deemed by the Organization for Economic Co-Operation and Development’s (OECD) 2023 Migration Policy reports to be the topmost country for immigrant start-up founders.
These indicators include a multidimensional perspective which is based on the metrics of quality of opportunity, income and tax, future prospects, skills environment, family environment, inclusiveness, quality of life, and visa and admission policy.

August 21, 2023

IRCC implements easier pathway to immigration for Hong Kong residents

From August 15, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has allowed Hong Kong residents to pursue permanent residency in Canada through Stream B (Canada work experience) without requiring a post-secondary education for eligibility.

Stream A: In-Canada graduates
Stream B: Canadian work experience

August 19, 2023

Canada PNP Draws issued 7,915 invitations in 3rd week of August 2023

BC, Ontario, PEI, Quebec, and Saskatchewan held 5 draws and invited 7,915 candidates. Details of the Canada PNP draws are mentioned in the below table:

PNPs	Date	Streams	No. of candidates	Scores
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)	August 15 & 16, 2023	Skilled Trades stream Foreign Worker stream Masters Graduate stream Ph.D. Graduate stream	5450	23-495
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP)	Aug 15, 2023	EEBC stream	297	60-110
Quebec Immigration Program	Aug, 2023	RSWP	1384	591
Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP)	Aug 17, 2023	Labour & Express Entry Invitations	142	138
Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program	Aug 16, 2023	International Skilled Worker Category	642	60

August 18, 2023

Express Entry prioritizes 82 jobs under occupation specific draws

To overcome severe workforce shortages across many industries, Canada’s Express Entry system targets 82 jobs in the following sectors:

Healthcare – 35
STEM – 24
Trades – 10
Transport – 10
Agriculture and Agri-foods – 3

August 17, 2023

Quebec invited 1384 candidates having a CRS score of 596

On August 10, 2023, Quebec held Arrima Draw and issued 1384 ITAs for candidates with a CRS score of above 596.

August 16, 2023

Save $40,000 on your first home in Canada

The Government of Canada has announced a new tax-free first home savings account (FHSA) to help Canadians save for a down payment on their first home. The FHSA is a registered savings account that helps Canadians to contribute up to CAD 8,000 per year, with a lifetime limit of CAD 40,000.

August 15, 2023

Canada issued 4300 ITAs in the latest Express Entry Draw

On August 15, IRCC invited 4,300 candidates to apply for permanent residence (PR). This was the highest number of invitations issued in a single draw since 27th June 2023. The cut-off Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was set to 496 for the draw.

August 12, 2023

Canada PNP Draws: BC and Manitoba invited 810 candidates in 2nd week of August 2023

BC and Manitoba held 2 draws and invited 810 candidates. Details of the Canada PNP draws are mentioned in the below table:

PNPs	Date	Streams	No. of candidates	Scores
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP)	Aug 09, 2023	EEBC stream	195	60-110
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)	Aug 10, 2023	Skilled Worker in Manitoba	615	605-708

Aug 09, 2023

Immigration is the key factor to meet Canada’s job market demands

Miller emphasizes that immigration is a key factor that helps Canada combat the country’s aging natural population. Hence, IRCC plans to keep immigration levels the same or continue raising them over time to meet the demands of the workforce.

Aug 08, 2023

Canada plans to launch a Recognized Employer Pilot for temporary foreign professionals

The Canadian government announced its launch of the Recognized Employer Pilot Program in September. The Recognized Employer Pilot will operate under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).

Aug 05, 2023

Canada PNP Draws held in 1st week of August 2023

Alberta, BC, Ontario, and PEI held 4 draws and invited 3,984 candidates.

August 03, 2023

First Express Entry Trade Occupation Specific Draw issued 1500 ITAs

Canada holds First-Ever Targeted Category-Based Express Entry Draw for Trades Occupations. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the first-ever targeted category-based Express Entry draw for trade occupations. On 3rd August, 2023, the IRCC invited 1,500 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 388.

August 02, 2023

IRCC held targeted Express Entry Draw and invited 800 French speakers

Canada held two consecutive Express Entry draws in the first week on August 2023. Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has invited 800 French-speaking candidates in the latest Express Entry draw. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score requirement was 435.

August 01, 2023

Canada Express Entry monthly round-up: Nearly 10,000 ITAs issued in July 2023

IRCC held six Express Entry draws in July 2023 and issued 9,600 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The details of the Express Entry draws held in July 2023 were given below:

Draw no.	Date	Round type	Invitations issued	CRS score
258	July 12, 2023	French language proficiency (2023-1)	3,800	375
257	July 11, 2023	No Program Specified	800	505
256	July 7, 2023	French language proficiency (2023-1)	2,300	439
255	July 6, 2023	Healthcare occupations (2023-1)	1,500	463
254	July 5, 2023	STEM occupations (2023-1)	500	486
253	July 4, 2023	No Program Specified	700	511

August 01, 2023

Canada PNP monthly round-up: 6,472 candidates were invited in July 2023

In July 2023, seven provinces of Canada held 17 PNP draws and invited 6,472 candidates globally.

Province	No. of candidates invited
Alberta	304
BC	746
Manitoba	1744
Ontario	1904
PEI	106
Quebec	1633
Saskatchewan	35

July 31, 2023

Skills Immigration application fee increased to $1,475

A rise in the BC PNP Skills Immigration application fee of $1,475 will be effective from August 01, 2023.

July 27, 2023

Y-Axis extends a warm welcome to Canada’s New Immigration Minister, Marc Miller

Canada welcomed its new Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, in the early hours of July 26, 2023. The announcement was made by Justin Trudeau following the recent changes in the cabinet.

July 26, 2023

Canada plans to welcome 600 new Permanent Residents under the Start-Up Visa Program

During the first five months of this year, the SUV program has seen a 4.2% increase in new permanent residents, tallying up to 250 individuals compared to 240 during the same timeframe the previous year. If the SUV continues to attract new residents at this pace, the total number of new permanent residents is projected to reach 600 by the end of 2023.

July 25, 2023

Canada to hire more workforce to meet the growing market demands!

As per the StatsCan reports, Canada desperately needs skilled workers and immigrants to fill the labor scarcity. According to 2023-2025, Canada Immigration Levels Plan emphasizes welcoming 266,210 skilled professionals to the country in 2023 alone, and the count might rise to 310,250 by the year 2025.

24 July 2023

Canada plans to process spousal TRVs in 30 days with a 90% approval rate. Apply now!

IRCC plans to process time Temporary Resident Visas (TRVs) for spousal applicants within 30 days. In short, Canadians or PRs who have spouses and dependents overseas can reunite with their families sooner and begin settling in their communities.

22 July 2023

Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Ontario & PEI invited 2,226 candidates in 3rd week of July 2023

Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Ontario & PEI held 5 draws and invited 2226 candidates in the third week of July 2023.

15 July 2023

Canada PNP Draws held in 2nd week of July 2023

BC and Manitoba held 2 draws and invited 747 candidates. Details of the Canada PNP draws are mentioned in the below table:

PNPs	Date	Streams	No. of candidates	CRS scores
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP)	July 11, 2023	EEBC stream	207	60-109
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (SINP)	July 13, 2023	Skilled Worker stream	540	604-774

12 July 2023

Canada invites 3800 candidates in the French language category based draw

Express Entry draw, held on July 12, 2023, was a French language category-based draw and invited 3,800 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 375. The highest CRS score for a French language category-based draw in 2023 was 439, held on July 7, and invited 2,300 ITAs.

11 July, 2023

5th Express Entry draw in July 2023, issued 800 ITAs

The most recent Express Entry draw held on July 11, 2023, is an all-program draw and invited 800 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 505. The highest CRS score for an all-program draw in 2023 was 511, held on July 04 draw.

07 July, 2023

First-ever French Express Entry Draw issued 2300 ITAs

Canada held its fourth Express Entry draw in a row in July 2023! In this draw, IRCC invited 2,300 candidates with strong French-speaking abilities. Applicants having a CRS score of 439 were invited in this draw. This is the lowest CRS score recorded in 2023.

06 July, 2023

Express Entry draw invited 1500 healthcare professionals with a lowest CRS score of 463

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has continued its streak of inviting Express Entry candidates, issuing 1,500 invitations to individuals eligible under the healthcare category. Candidates who received invitations had a minimum ComprehensiveRanking System (CRS) score of 463, the lowest score seen in any Express Entry draw in 2023.

July 05, 2023

First Express Entry STEM draw invited 500 candidates with a CRS score 486

In 2023, the first Express Entry STEM draw was held on July 05, 2023, and invited 500 STEM professionals. Candidates with a 486 cut-off score received ITAs.

July 04, 2023

#253 Express Entry draw issued 700 ITAs in all program draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted an all-program draw, inviting 700 candidates through the Express Entry system. Candidates must meet a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 511 to be eligible for an invitation.

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July 03, 2023

From August 10, ‘Canada SDS does not require 6.0 bands in individual sections’ by IRCC

The IRCC announced new changes to the IELTS, starting from August 10, 2023. Changes have been made for IELTS- Test-takers who are applying for work permits via the SDS program. Candidates can now score a minimum of overall 6.0 band score in IELTS without the requirement of 6.0 in individual sections of IELTS.

From August 10, ‘Canada SDS does not require 6.0 bands in individual sections’ by IRCC

July 01, 2023

Canada PNP Round-Up, June 2023

In June 2023, 7 provinces of Canada held 20 PNP draws and invited 7,904 candidates globally. Here is the list of provinces that held PNP draws in June 2023.

Alberta
BC
Manitoba
Ontario
PEI
Quebec
Saskatchewan

July 01, 2023

Highlights: Express Entry Round-up, June 2023

IRCC held three Express Entry draws in June 2023 and issued 9,600 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The details of the Express Entry draws held in June were given below:

Draw no.	Date	Draw	ITAs	CRS score
#252	June 28, 2023	Healthcare occupations (2023-1)	500	476
#251	June 27, 2023	All program	4300	486
#250	June 8, 2023	All program	4800	488

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I move to Canada from India?

There are 100+ immigration programs for Indians to immigrate to Canada. You can apply for PR Visa or Provisional Residency Visa through these programs. The most prominent ones are:

Express Entry
Provincial Nominee Program
Quebec Selected Workers Program
Canada work permit
Family Sponsorship
Investor Program
Study Permit
Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program

What is the maximum age to immigrate to Canada?

The official website of the Government of Canada does not specify any age limit to apply for Canada PR. However, an age ceiling is defined generally. This is because, after a specific age, applicants find it tougher to meet the criteria for 67 points. This is because they will not obtain any points for their age.

The maximum age limit to apply for Canada PR will be 46 years. This is because applicants above this age do not get any points. It must be noted here that Canada PR is based on a system of points.

How much money is needed to immigrate to Canada?

As per the IRCC guidelines, here is the approximate amount of funds required to Immigrate to Canada.

1 person immigrating individually: 13,300 CAD
Family of two members: 16,570 CAD
Family of three members: 20,371 CAD

(For each extra kid below 10 years: add 1,000 CAD; For each extra kid above 10 years: add 2,000 CAD)

*This amount mentioned to immigrate to Canada is based on the IRCC guidelines on June 9, 2022.

What are the requirements to immigrate to Canada?

Immigration to Canada has 6 major streams. These are:

Federal Skilled Worker Program
Provincial Nominee Program
Quebec Skilled Worker Program
Business Immigrant
Canada Experience Class
Family Sponsorship

Each stream caters to a diverse group of immigrants and has unique eligibility requirements. Here we will consider the requirements for the FSWP:

Skilled work experience

You must possess a minimum of 1 year of work experience that is full time and continuous. This is out of the last 10 years prior to your submission of PR application. Equivalent continuous part-time work will also qualify. This must be in the Skill Type B, A, or 0 in the Canada NOC – National Occupational Classification.

Language ability

You must demonstrate that you possess language proficiency of minimum CLB 7 – Canadian Language Benchmark. The test results must be from an organization that is designated by IRCC for language testing.

Education

You must offer either an overseas educational credential or a Canadian educational credential. An Educational Credential Assessment – ECA Report must be offered from a designated agency. This is to prove that the overseas certificate/degree/diploma is on par with the Canadian credentials.

What is the minimum score for immigration to Canada?

The minimum points for basic eligibility for FSWP are 67 out of 100. Those who score below 67 will not qualify. It must be noted here that basic eligibility factors score and CRS score (Comprehensive Ranking System) are different.

All the qualified candidates must create a profile in the Express Entry System. ECA and IELTS score is mandatory for this. The profile is then offered ranking out of 1200 for diverse factors. This includes Work Experience, Language Proficiency, Education, Age, etc.

CIC holds regular draws from the Express Entry pool and specifies minimum CRS score for the draw. All the qualified candidates in the pool with scores above the specified CRS minimum score are offered an ITA. They can submit an application for Canada PR Visa.

I got overall band 5 in IELTS (General Training) and trying to get PR via consultancy. Am I eligible to migrate from India to Canada?

Yes, application for Canada PR Visa can be submitted by applicants with IELTS 5 bands score. There are several immigration pathways such as Atlantic Pilot Program, PNP or if you have a valid job offer.

What is the process to apply for Canada PR through Express Entry program?

To apply for this program, you must submit an Expression of interest and qualify under the type of job mentioned under the Skill types. Based on your inputs your profile will be given points and you will have to score a minimum of 67 points to find a place in the applicant pool.

Officials from provinces and employers in Canada go to this pool to search for talent that will meet their needs. If you score high points you will get an invitation to apply for a permanent residency (PR). The number of invitations (ITAs) are however based on the Annual Immigration Level of the country.

Once you have a fair idea of the requirements for this program, you will first do an assessment to see if you have the necessary qualifications that meet the eligibility requirements. You will need to:

Chalk out a plan of action to score adequate points in your low score areas
Assess how best you can score these points to find a place in the applicant pool

How does the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) work?

Under this program Canadian provinces and territories nominate individuals for Canadian Permanent Residency. This program was created to help Canadian provinces attract international talent and solve their talent shortage crisis. The provinces are on the lookout for professionals with experience in technology, finance or education, marketing or healthcare.

With this program you have the option to apply to some of the best Canadian provinces which include:

Prince Edward Island
Ontario
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Nova Scotia

There are two options when filling an application through the PNP program-valid job offers from Canadian companies or through Express Entry.

You could qualify through the individual In-demand Occupation Lists of some provinces. You will get an invitation from the province if your occupation is on the list. You can then go for a Canada PR Visa application.

Apart from the mandatory documents, applicants for the PNP program must present their educational and professional credentials.

What are the application options for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

There are two options when filling an application through the PNP program:

Through Express Entry
Non-Express Entry

Express Entry Stream

There are 2 ways to apply:

You can apply for a nomination by contacting the province or territory and apply for a nomination under the Express Entry stream.

If you get a positive response from the province or territory to nominate you, you can create an Express Entry profile or update your profile if it already exists.

The other option is to create an Express Entry profile and indicate the provinces or territories you are interested in. If the province sends a ‘notification of interest’ you can then contact them and then apply through the Express Entry system.

You must meet the eligibility requirements for a successful outcome of your application.

Non- Express Entry Stream

Under this option you can apply to the province or territory for nomination under the non-Express Entry stream. If you meet the eligibility requirements and qualify through the individual In-demand Occupation Lists of some provinces, you will get a nomination from the province if your occupation is on the list. You can then apply for a Canada PR Visa.

You will now have to submit a paper application for your PR visa. The processing time is usually longer than through the Express Entry system.

Steps in PNP application for PR visa

Apply in the province or region where you desire to settle.
If your profile meets the eligibility criteria, you could be nominated by the province to apply for a PR visa.
Apply for your PR visa after you are nominated by a province.

The criteria for evaluating the PR application varies from province to province.

What are the eligibility requirements for the PNP program?

To apply under the PNP program you must meet the minimum requirements for the province’s non-Express Entry streams or must be nominated under that stream.

If you do not receive a nomination, then you must contact he province directly.

How can you choose the right immigration program for moving to Canada?

To choose the right immigration program, you must do your research to decide which one is right for you and more importantly which will ensure a greater chance of success in getting your PR visa. You must understand the application process of each program to help you choose the right immigration program.

This is where the help of an immigration consultant will be valuable. The consultant will help you with submitting your application on time so that you do not miss out on the deadlines or closing dates that will be a setback to your application success.

How to immigrate to Canada from India

There are various immigration programs under which you can migrate to Canada from India. Some popular programs are:

Express Entry Program
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP)

Each immigration program has its own set of criteria. If you are applying under a specific program to immigrate from Canada to India you must meet these requirements. But these programs have general minimum requirements common to all of them:

Applicants should be above 18 years of age
Applicants should have the minimum educational qualifications equal to higher secondary education in Canada
Applicants must score the minimum marks in language proficiency tests such as IELTS.
Applicants require a minimum one year of work experience
Applicants with a valid job offer are given preference

Canada immigration process from India

To immigrate to Canada from India, Express Entry and the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) are two popular options. Here are the steps in the Canada immigration process from India:

Get your Education credentials assessment (ECA)
Complete your language ability tests and get the required IELTS score
Create your Express Entry profile and get your profile included in the Express Entry pool
Apply in the province or region where you desire to settle if you choose the PNP option
Calculate your CRS score
Get your Invitation to Apply (ITA)
Undergo mandatory medical and criminal background checks

Receive confirmation of your PR status

Age limit for immigration to Canada from India

The age limit to apply for immigration to Canada from India is 46 years. If you are above this age, you will not score any points under the age criteria when applying under the Express Entry program. This can lower your CRS score.

However, you can still earn points on other factors like skills, language proficiency, job offer, education etc. These factors can give you the required eligibility score to apply for immigration to Canada from India.

How to settle in Canada from India

The first step in the process to settle in Canada from India is to create an Express Entry profile. The Express Entry program is one of the most popular ways to migrate to Canada. The visa processing time under this program can extend up to six months or less.

Here are the steps involved in the application process:

Step 1: Complete your ECA

If you have done your education outside Canada, you should complete an Educational Credentials Assessment or ECA. This is to prove that your educational qualifications are equal to those awarded by the Canadian educational system.

Step 2: Complete your language ability tests

As the next step in the Express Entry program, you should take the required English language proficiency tests. The recommendation is a score of 6 bands in IELTS. Your test score should be less than 2 years old at the time of application.

Step 3: Create your Express Entry profile

As a first step, you will have to create your online Express Entry profile. The profile should include credentials like age, work experience, education, language skills, etc.

Step 4: Calculate your CRS score

The profiles in the Express Entry pool are ranked based on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. Immigration candidates who submit their profiles to the Express Entry pool are assigned a CRS score out of 1200 points.

Factors such as age, work experience, adaptability, etc. determine your CRS score.

Step 5: Get your Invitation to Apply (ITA)

The Express Entry draw is conducted every two weeks. The CRS score usually varies with every Express Entry draw. Your profile gets selected from the Express Entry pool, provided you meet the CRS score for the Express Entry draw. After this, you will get an ITA from the Canadian government following which you can start the documentation for your PR visa.

Canada visa consultants

There are genuine reasons why you should hire a Canada visa consultant registered with the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC) to help with your immigration process to Canada.

You will be aware of only a few immigration programs such as Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Program or the Quebec Skilled Workers Program to migrate to Canada. But there are more than 60 options available and you may not be aware of them and will not know the best option where you meet the eligibility criteria. A Canada visa consultant will suggest the right immigration program for you. Their knowledge and awareness will help you choose a program that is best suited for you.

If you believe you can handle the immigration process on your own, then you are probably not aware of the legal requirements, clauses, and rules. If you undertake the immigration process based on what you have understood, you run the risk of making a mistake. But with the help of a Canada immigration consultant, you will understand the rules and regulations and the steps in the process to submit an error- free application.

You will have to submit the application form and supporting documents at specific dates. A Canada immigration consultant will help you submit your application on time

Canada skilled immigration

There are three popular immigration programs under Canada skilled immigration to help skilled workers to migrate to Canada.

Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)

Skilled workers in various occupations can submit their profiles to the FSTP and wait for an ITA for PR visa. The government of Canada releases a list of skilled trades that are facing a shortage of labor on a regular basis. Based on this list international workers and those on a temporary work permit can apply in the FSTP.

The list of skilled trades is based on Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC) list.

Federal Skilled Worker (Express Entry)

This program is for skilled workers with foreign work experience who want to immigrate to Canada permanently and meet all the minimum requirements on age, education, work experience, and language ability- English/French. The current pass mark is 67 points.

The Federal Skilled Trades Program is for skilled workers who want to become permanent residents based on being qualified in a skilled trade. Candidates must meet the required language test with, a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the skilled trade, have a valid Job Offer for one year or certificate of qualification in that skilled trade issued by a Canadian provincial, territorial or federal authority.

The Canadian Experience Class is for skilled workers who have one year of Canadian work experience in the recent 3 years.

How to migrate or move to Canada from India?

Canada offers different types of immigration programs to cater international migrants under different categories. Some of the Canada immigration programs are given below –

Federal Skilled Worker Program
Express Entry
Provincial nominee program
Federal Skilled Trades Program
Quebec Immigration
Canadian Experience Class
Atlantic Immigrant Pilot program

Express Entry is one of the most preferred and fastest pathways to Canada and can be applied can by following the steps given below –

Step 1: Check your eligibility.

Step 2: Sort out your arrangements.

Step 3: Create an Express Entry profile with correct information.

Step 4: Submit your profile in the Express Entry Pool

Step 5: Receive an ITA (Invitation to Apply)

What is the best Canadian immigration consultant in India?

There are plenty of immigration consultants in India who offer reliable immigration services but filtering out the right immigration company for you can be quite a daunting task. You can follow the steps given below to help understand which immigration consultancy to choose –

Do your research: Do a complete check on the top immigration companies that are available within your locality, including a thorough review and verification process.
Visit the office: Shortlist the top Canada Consultancies and pay a visit to their branch office for further confirmation and discussions.
Validate your doubts: Discuss your requirements with the experts and clarify any concerns that you may have regarding your visa processing. Never make hasty advance payments.
Tie up: If you are fully convinced after meeting with the experts at the immigration consultancy, you can go ahead and begin the process.

Y-Axis is one of the best Canada immigration consultants in Hyderabad, assisting you with reliable immigration services. It provides unbiased immigration services for every client based on their interests and requirements.

The impeccable services of Y-Axis include:

Free eligibility check through Canada Immigration Points Calculator
Expert guidance/counseling for Canada Immigration
Coaching services:Expert CELPIP coaching, IELTS proficiency Coaching
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Complete guidance for Canada PR visa

Job search services to find related jobs in Canad

How to move to Canada from India?

You can easily move to Canada from India by following the right procedure and fulfilling the given criteria. Canada has six primary immigration programs that are most preferred by individuals. The top Canadian immigration programs are given below –

Express Entry Program
Provincial Nominee Program
Quebec skilled worker program (QSWP)
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Business Immigration Program
Family class immigration

What is the eligibility score for Canada PR?

Canada offers multiple immigration programs for candidates who wish to migrate to Canada –

The eligibility for Canada PR via the Express Entry program is a minimum of 67 points out of a total of 100. The points evaluation table is given below –

Factors	Points allotted
Age	Up to 12 points
Education	Up to 25 points
Language proficiency	Up to 28 points [English/French]
Work experience	Up to 15 points
Adaptability	Up to 10 points
Employment or job arrangements	Up to 10 points [optional]

Is IELTS required to migrate to Canada?

Yes, IELTS is required to migrate to Canada and in order to get a Canadian visa; one must prove their language proficiency to the IRCC. The minimum IELTS score required to move to Canada differs with the type of visa that the candidate is seeking.

You can migrate to Canada via three main pathways that are listed below –

Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FWTP)
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)

IELTS has 4 different testing categories that include –

Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking

The minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score required is 6.0 in each of the IELTS testing sections and with a CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) of 7.