CULTURE AND DIVERSITY: The process for someone immigrating to Canada

            Immigrating to Canada permanently is an exciting opportunity. There are several things to consider before you apply to be a permanent resident. If you want to immigrate to Canada, there are few different ways to apply. You can choose one of the following categories: Skilled workers and professionals are for people who want to settle and work in Canada. Quebec-selected skilled workers are for people selected by the Quebec government to settle and work in Quebec. Canadian Experience Class are for people who have recent Canadian work experience or have graduated and recently work in Canada. Investors, entrepreneurs and self-employed people are for people who want to start a business in Canada. Provincial nominees, one of Canada’s provinces or territories can nominate you to settle and work there. Sponsoring your family, how to sponsor a family member to join you here if you are a permanent resident or a Canadian citizen.

             If you choose to immigrate to Canada as a provincial nominee, you must first apply to the province where you wish to settle and complete its provincial nomination process. The province will consider your application based on its immigration needs and your genuine intention to settle there.

             There are eight steps to apply to immigrate to Canada as a provincial nominee. First is, obtain a certificate of provincial nomination. You must first be nominated by a province or territory. Second, obtain and print the Citizenship and Immigration Canada application package. The package includes the application guide and all the forms you need to fill out. Third is, complete your application. Fill out and sign the forms. Fourth, determine where you must submit your application. You must submit your application to the correct visa office that serves your country of nationality. Fifth, obtain the instructions for the visa office where you will submit your application. Print the forms and instructions required. It includes information on medical examinations and the criminal and security checks that you and your dependants will have to undergo. Sixth, calculate your fees. You will have to pay the processing fee, the Right of Permanent Residence fee and medical examination. Seventh, check your application. Make sure your application is completed correctly, and that you include all the necessary supporting documentation. Eight, submit your application. Mail your application and your fees to the appropriate Canadian visa office.