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Canada is often described as a multicultural nation. But what does that mean? Simply stated, it means that Canadians are not of  any one cultural background, race or heritage. Instead, Canadians today reflect a vast diversity of cultural heritages and racial groups. This multicultural diversity is a result of centuries of immigration. All Canadians, including the Native People, can trace their origins to an immigrant past. This does not mean that the majority of Canadians are immigrants. Far from it. Only about 16% of today's Canadian citizens were born outside Canada. Nor does this mean that anyone who wants to immigrate to Canada may do so. Immigration to Canada is a privilege, not a right. Canada remains selective about who may enter and, equally important, who may not.
Over the years, attitudes toward immigration and the development of immigration policies have evolved, reflecting economic, political and social issues in our country. Recently, the federal government has announced changes that will both decrease the number of immigrants allowed into Canada and make it more difficult for people in Canada, Canadian born and immigrants alike, to bring family to Canada from abroad.
| Canadian Skilled Worker Visa |
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The Canadian Skilled Worker Program allows skilled migrants to become permanent residents and is the most popular Visa option for migrants seeking to establish themselves permanently in Canada and obtain permanent residence.
Canada is looking for skilled migrants with transferable skills, particularly migrants with experience and training in their respective fields as well as proficiency in English and/or French seeking to establish a new life. You do not require a job offer to apply for this Visa.
The Canadian Skilled Worker Program allows applicants with at least 1 year of work experience to file an application. You must also meet some additional requirements, including a points-based assessment that you must meet or exceed to file an application.
Canada uses a points-based system which allows applicants who meet or exceed the pass mark to qualify for the Canadian Skilled Worker Visa. Currently, the pass mark has been set at 67 points. Your application will be judged on criteria including education, work experience, proficiency in English and/or French ability, your age, and your ability to adapt to life in Canada. In addition, you must meet certain criminal and medical requirements.
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Each year, Canada welcomes over 90,000 workers on to fill job shortages in key areas of the economy. As the Canadian economy expands, it needs more workers to fill a variety of positions. In sectors such as health care, manufacturing, care-giving, and the construction industry, there is already a shortage of workers.
A Work Visa (or Temporary Work Permit) is the best option for anyone who wishes to work in Canada, but does not want to apply immediately as a Permanent Resident. However, you may be able to use the Work Visa to move toward Permanent Residency at a later date.
A Temporary Work Visa allows applicants to work and live in Canada, and gain Canadian work experience. You must generally have some previous experience and meet additional basic visa requirements, such as security clearance.
In almost all cases, you will need to have a valid Work Visa to work in Canada. In order to acquire one, you will generally require a job offer in Canada that is confirmed by Service Canada.
As Work Visa applicant, you must meet the requirements for temporary residence as well as the requirements for issuance of the Work Visa itself. However, if you require a Temporary Resident Visa when you apply for your Work Visa, it will be included in your Work Visa application, once granted.
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| Visitor Visa |
Working Holiday Visa |
Want to visit Canada? Visiting Canada is a great way to experience the country. The Canadian Visitor Visa is intended for people who want to visit Canada for a short time. Some visitors may need a Temporary Resident Visa.
Canada is a great place to visit! It borders on three oceans, has towering mountains, countless lakes and a friendly culture. You may need a Visitor Visa if you want to come to Canada to travel, sight-see, and visit friends or relatives.
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Want to enjoy a working holiday? A working holiday is an ideal way to explore Canada and earn money. The Working Holiday Visa allows young people from eligible countries to work and explore Canada for a period of up to 12 months.
The Working Holiday Program allows young people to explore Canada, earn money and experience what life in the country has to offer. On a Working Holiday Visa, you can vacation in Canada and take short-term work to help pay for your trip. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for young people to experience Canada!
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| Spousal/ Partner Visa |
Family Visa |
Family reunification is an important component of Canada's immigration agenda. Of the 262,236 immigrant Visas granted in 2005, over 63,300 Visas were allocated to family sponsorship under the Family Class program. Canada's current Immigration Plan sets out a long range goal of welcoming approximately 67,000 to 69,000 Family Class Visa applicants per year and will account for a large portion of migrants to Canada.
Under the Spousal Visa, Canadian citizens and permanent residents who are living in Canada can apply to sponsor their married spouses and dependent children abroad.
The Spousal Visa allows applicants married to a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to be sponsored along with their dependent children. You and your spouse must be married and show the genuine and continuing nature of your relationship and intend to live together in Canada, upon approval. Your Canadian sponsor must be capable of supporting you without accessing public funds.
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Want to join your family in Canada? The Family Visa is designed to reunite people with their family members. It permits qualifying Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor family members living abroad.
You can join your family in Canada! The Family Visa allows Canadian citizens or Permanent Resident residents living in Canada to sponsor family members living abroad. There are several types of Family Visa, each for different family relationships.
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| Student Visa |
Business Visa |
Want to study in Canada? Affordable tuition rates and the chance to study in English and French make Canada a top choice for foreign students. The Student Visa allows foreign students to study at one of Canada's world-class schools.
Canada is proud to welcome students from all over the world. Every year, Canada welcomes more than 130,000 foreign students to its world-class Universities and Colleges. Foreign students are attracted to Canada because of its high-quality education system, low tuition fees and great employment opportunities.
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Want to start or invest in a Canadian business? The Business Visa can help you make this a reality. The goal of the Business Class Visa is to encourage business consider immigration and investment in Canada.
Canada provides a rich entrepreneurial environment and welcomes anyone who wants to come to the country to establish a business or invest in the economy. The objective of the Business Visa is to attract business persons with experience or assets to contribute to Canada's strong and prosperous economy.
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