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Overview of Canada’s Immigration & Visa Programs

Canada welcomes newcomers through multiple programs, each designed for different categories of applicants. Whether you want to live, work, study, or visit, there’s a suitable immigration pathway.

Permanent Residence (PR) Programs

These programs allow individuals to settle in Canada permanently:

• Express Entry – For skilled workers applying through FSWP, FSTP, or CEC.
• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) – Allows provinces to nominate individuals based on local labor needs.
• Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) – Fast-tracks skilled workers to Atlantic Canada.
• Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) – For those seeking PR in small communities.
• Caregiver Program – A pathway for home child care providers and home support workers.

Work Permits & Business Immigration

Foreign nationals can work or invest in Canada through:

• Closed Work Permit – Employer-specific permit for a job in Canada.
• Open Work Permit – Allows work for any employer without restrictions.
• Significant Benefit Work Permit – For professionals and entrepreneurs providing cultural, social, or economic benefits.
• Self-Employed Program – For artists, athletes, and cultural contributors.
• Start-Up Visa Program – For entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas backed by Canadian investors.
• Northwest Territories Business Stream (NTNP) – For business investors in NWT.

Study & Temporary Visas

International students and visitors can apply for:

• Study Permit – Required for post-secondary education in Canada.
• Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa – TRV) – For tourism, business visits, or family reunions.
• Super Visa – Allows parents and grandparents to visit for up to 5 years per stay.

Family Sponsorship Programs

Canadian citizens and PR holders can sponsor:

• Spouses & Common-Law Partners
• Dependent Children
• Parents & Grandparents Sponsorship