Moving to Canada

Free guides to studying, working and living in Canada, updated as the rules change.

Canada welcomes international students, skilled workers and families through federal and provincial programs. The guides below explain who each pathway is for and how to apply; applications and decisions are handled by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Active immigration programs

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Immigrate to Canada as an Electrician

If you are an electrician with work experience, Canada’s Federal Skilled Trades Program may offer a pathway to permanent residence and a new future for you and your family.

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Immigration to Canada for Nurses and Permanent Residenc

If you are a nurse with work experience, you may be able to pursue Canadian permanent residency through Express Entry, provincial programs, or a job offer, depending on your qualifications.

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PEQ: Quebec's Fast Track for Graduates

The Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) offers a faster path to permanent residence for Quebec graduates and skilled temporary workers already in the province.

Emig is free. Run by Utter Vision Charity, a registered Canadian charity (CRA 716839949 RR 0001).

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