Having one of the wealthiest economies in the world, favourable education and quality of life, as well as government transparency, Canada is considered to be one of the best places in which to live. Since 1994, the country has ranked as one of the top ten places to live in the world according to the United Nations and the Economist Intelligence Unit because of its high marks including high standards of education, high life expectancy, low crime and violence rate.

Due to its booming economy, the upturn of better opportunities in the country is expected in the coming years as well. With this situation, Canada needs workers with required skill-sets and necessary work experience in his/her chosen field of expertise.

With the countrys diversity, abundance, economic stability, and natural beauty, Canada has become one of the favourite destinations for immigration. A lot of people are interested to work in the country or even consider obtaining permanent residency either to earn higher education or find greener pasture.

Although the country welcomes about 10,000 foreign workers each year to fill in demands for professional workforce, moving into the country and becoming a permanent resident to have excellent opportunities are sometimes also accompanied with significant challenges.

Apart from its hard to resist lucrative openings, however, Canada also offers various programs under which an aspiring immigrant may qualify as a permanent resident of the country.

Different Options to Apply for Canadian Immigration

Skilled Workers (Professionals) Refer to individuals who can be economically established based on their abilities, including level of education, English and/or French speaking capability, work experience, age, arranged employment, adaptability, and enough money to support them and their dependents after arriving in the country.

Provincial Nomination Programs Provinces are allowed to nominate individuals who are interested to settle in a particular place based on the specific needs of the region and be able to effectively contribute to the community. This will speed up your application for permanent residency, although each Canadian province has its own distinctive Provincial Nomination Program.
Business Permanent Residency This is best suited for aspiring entrepreneurs who would like to invest money in a country like Canada, which has low debt, low unemployment rate, and strong financial system because the country in return for this investment is offering permanent residency.

Family Class Sponsorship Through sponsorship a relative, as described by the Canadian Immigration, wishing to migrate to Canada may be eligible for permanent residency in the country provided that both sponsor and relative- applicant meet the requirements set by the country.

Canadian Experience Class This is ideal for temporary foreign workers or foreign students who graduated in Canada. Applying for permanent residency in the country will be easy if the applicant is qualified according to the requirements issued by the government for a successful transition.

Even though the country opened its door to new immigrants, its selection criteria have been established and strictly followed to appeal to those who are more highly skilled with a broader range of professional skills to maintain or even improve Canadas present stability.