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Government of Canada Plans on Admitting Record Numbers of new Immigrants in 2016

March 8, 2016 by CIC News

The Liberal government of Canada plans on welcoming up to 305,000 new permanent residents this year — the highest projected immigration level in decades, and around a seven percent increase on the 2015 plan.

The government provided details in its 2016 Immigration Levels Plan, which was published on Tuesday, March 8. The increase in immigration numbers will be primarily through family sponsorship and refugee settlement programs, though more than half of all newcomers will arrive through economic immigration programs. The target mark of 160,600 people in economic programs is in line with admissions through those programs over recent years, even if the target itself is slightly lower than last year.

The numbers of refugees to be accepted in 2016 will be around double the number that was targeted for 2015. Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC, formerly known as CIC), John McCallum, has stated that his department aims to speed up processing times for family class immigration, economic immigrants and refugee claimants by applying the lessons it learned from bringing 25,000 Syrian refugees to Canada over recent months.

Growing the country

The 2016 plan marks an increase of about 20,000 in the total number of new permanent residents to be admitted, relative to 2015. Indeed, the 2015 plan also saw an increase of 20,000 over the previous year. Consequently, the 2016 target is about 40,000 higher than that for 2014.

Minister McCallum said the plan is grounded in Canada’s tradition of being a welcoming and generous country. “We will be able to welcome more people to Canada,” he said at a news conference in Brampton, Ontario.

“It [the plan] outlines a significant shift in immigration policy towards reuniting more families, building our economy and upholding Canada’s humanitarian traditions to resettle refugees and offer protection to those in need.”

The plan calls for between 280,000 and 305,000 permanent residents to be allowed into Canada in 2016. Calling it the country’s highest targeted number of new immigrants in modern times, McCallum said the government’s goal is to “bring in immigrants who wish to build a better Canada.”

The plan is supposed to be tabled each November for the following year, but the one for 2016 was delayed by the general election and change of government around that time last year.

Breaking down the numbers

Immigrants to Canada arrive through one of three broad categories: Economic, Family Class, and Refugee and Humanitarian.

Immigration Category
2016 Target
2015 Target
Percentage Difference, 2015 to 2016
Economic Total
160,600
181,300
-11.4%
Family Total
80,000
68,000
+17.6%
Refugee and Humanitarian
59,400
29,900
+98.6%
Overall
300,000
279,200
+7.4%

To view a full breakdown of the various immigration programs under each of these categories, click here.

Economic immigration to Canada

Economic immigration supports Canada’s long-term economic growth while improving global competitiveness and strengthening communities across the country. Experienced professionals, tradespersons, businesspersons, and caregivers make up the bulk of all new immigrants to Canada. In making the decision to develop their careers in Canada, these newcomers help to create jobs and growth in new and existing industries.

Canada is seeking to attract workers who will succeed in the Canadian labour market and integrate smoothly into Canadian society. Economic immigration, which is based on an individual’s skills and experience, presents an opportunity for foreign workers and their families to come to Canada through a variety of programs. Of the immigrants to be selected for permanent residence in Canada in 2016, between 151,200 and 162,400 are expected to be economic immigrants.

Economic Immigration Program
2016 Levels Plan Target
Federal Economic – High Skilled*
58,400
Federal Economic – Caregivers
22,000
Federal Economic – Business
800
Provincial Nominee Program
47,800
Quebec Skilled Worker
26,200
Quebec Business
5,400
Overall
160,600

Reuniting more families in Canada

Immigration Minister John McCallum stated that a “significant shift” in the federal government’s immigration policy was aimed at reuniting more families in Canada.

The government says it will increase admissions for sponsored spouses, partners and dependents, and help reduce application processing times by allocating additional resources and improving methods used within the department. Under the Family Class programs, the government aims to welcome 60,000 sponsored spouses, partners and children, as well as 20,000 parents and grandparents, by the end of the year.

McCallum said that family reunification backlogs will be reduced as more individuals are admitted to the country. IRCC is doubling the number of sponsorship applications for parents and grandparents that it will accept for processing to 10,000 a year. A total of 20,000 admissions are planned under the Parent and Grandparent Program, and by the end of 2016 it is expected that the backlog inventory will be reduced by approximately 15 percent.

Family Class
2016 Levels Plan Target
Spouses, Partners and Children
60,000
Parents and Grandparents
20,000
Overall
80,000

To find out if you or your spouse, partner or dependent(s) is eligible for sponsorship under the Family Class, please fill out a free online assessment. To find out if your or your To find out if you or your family members are eligible for the Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP), please fill out a free parental sponsorship assessment today.

Canada, a safe haven 

In the short time the Liberal government has been in office, its signature move on the immigration file has been with respect to the increased and expedited settlement of refugees, particularly those fleeing the war in Syria. Though the government recently met its target to welcome 25,000 such persons by the end of February, 2016, it plans on welcoming additional numbers of refugees over the course of the year.

Minister McCallum has urged Canadians to welcome the new refugees with “open arms” and help them find homes, jobs and adjust to their new lives in Canada. By and large, the Canadian public has received the refugees positively.

The refugee settlement program is divided into those who arrive with government assistance and those who are sponsored privately, as well as a smaller number who arrive via a program that blends the two. Further, protected persons already in Canada and their families abroad, as well as individuals applying for permanent residence on humanitarian and compassionate grounds, come under this broad category.

Immigration Program
2016 Levels Plan Target
Government-Assisted Refugees
24,600
Privately Sponsored Refugees
17,800
Blended Visa Office Referred
2,400
Protected Persons in Canada and Dependants Abroad
11,000
Humanitarian and Other
3,600
Overall
59,400

A renewed focus for growth

“After a decade of immigration plans that were becoming increasingly focused on short-term labour market outcomes, it is refreshing to see a new government think more long term, with a vision to grow the country in a sustainable and harmonious fashion. While all stakeholders might prefer a slight change here or there, broadly speaking this is an immigration levels plan that promotes diversity and growth,” says Attorney David Cohen.

“I am especially pleased to see an increased focus on family reunification, an area that has required extra attention for some time. And while the economic targets are marginally lower than last year — particularly for the programs conducted through Express Entry — candidates through these programs should take heart that the inventory of applications that existed prior to 2015 has been reduced over the course of the past year. This should allow the government to process a large number of applications made through Express Entry, while also bringing those individuals to Canada more quickly.”

To find out if you are eligible for any of over 60 Canadian immigration programs, please fill out a free online assessment today.

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  1. Theresita Liwa says

    March 9, 2016

    Good News for me!!! Thank you in advance McCallum. I’m always look forward and think positive!!!!

    Reply
    • Mohamed abdi bileh says

      August 19, 2016

      Could you help me please

      Reply
  2. Rogelio So says

    March 9, 2016

    I’m hoping that they will abolish the 4years In / 4years out law. Witch is the foreign worker is allowed only to work in Canada for short periods of time of 4year. All the processing now are shorten and only skilled worker can apply for express entry. I’m losing hope now because I’m going back home this April . Have to start all over again with very little savings . But still I love Canada because I meet a lot of wonderful people that I said to them can communicate to me using a lot of resources . Hope I can comeback here after 4 years.

    Reply
  3. Nidal Sweilem Issa Numair says

    March 9, 2016

    We are Jordanian family. I am 53 years old, Civil engineer with 30 years experience, merged, my wife’s name is Ruba 41 years old, we have three children, Dina; she is 15 years old in 9th class, Zaid; he is 13 years old in 7th class, Rania; she is 11 years old in 5th class. We are looking to immigrate to Canada.

    Reply
  4. Rajesh Bajracharya says

    March 9, 2016

    I wish to migrate with all my families member. I have a wife with two children under 18 years. How do I proceed for to get migration visa for Canada.

    Reply
  5. Adedamola Lawal says

    March 9, 2016

    I am currently working in the Lagos State government as an archivist, I hold a b.sc in sociology and anthropology with love and gift for care giving. Currently single with no dependants. A christian with no religious bias. I have no criminal record.

    Reply
  6. Hendric Junior Manenga says

    March 9, 2016

    Great program for skilled workers seeking more challenging and competitiveness working environment .

    Reply
  7. Hendric Junior Manenga says

    March 9, 2016

    Great program for skilled people seeking better working environment and society in general

    Reply
  8. Harriet Pike says

    March 9, 2016

    I have relatives in Alberta ans aunt and 2 cousins and I have just finished a 3 year degree in Drama and performing arts at Exeter University in England, I wish to apply for immigration but do not know which program to apply under – can you advise please – thank you

    Reply
  9. Nkosinathi Muyambo says

    March 9, 2016

    I have for so long dreamed about going overseas… And I trust and hope Canada will be the best destination!

    Reply
  10. Damoah Isaac says

    March 9, 2016

    I have complected sernior high school can I also get chance to come there

    Reply
  11. sehindemi oluwaseun olorunwa says

    March 9, 2016

    I am interested in canada immigration

    Reply
  12. Shankar Prasad Chaudhary says

    March 9, 2016

    I have completed master degree in finance and i have more than five years experience in an accounting sector, I have been working as a branch accountant in Hyundai car show room. In IELTS test exam i got 5 only so i want to know that may i apply for immigration VISA/ express entry?

    Reply
  13. Abimbola Oluleke says

    March 9, 2016

    Ready to give a shot!

    Reply
  14. nasrullah says

    March 9, 2016

    I love to come canada

    Reply
  15. abdulkarim says

    March 9, 2016

    aim from Syria and my job in petrol company as Engineer i speech English & French & Arabic my mother language ……… i live in Norway and my family steel in Syria . Damascus …….. I want go to CANADA and got my family withe me ….. HOW PLEAS ???????????? HELP ME BEST REGARDS

    Reply
  16. Stephen Akwasi Adjepong says

    March 9, 2016

    I want to come to canada so please help me

    Reply
  17. Javier says

    March 9, 2016

    In Ecuador there are many Cuban families that their university studies have not been recognized and can not find work, they can not return to Cuba because changed laws to allow travel professionals.
    It could be the possibility that Canada admit some of these families as refugees?
    My best regards
    Javier

    Reply
  18. Gagan Jit Singh says

    March 9, 2016

    Hi,
    Though an Indian living in USA, I wish to share the appreciation and sense of courage, utmost respect for Canada for extending its arms for refugees in trouble.

    Regards,
    Gagan

    Reply
  19. Rember Omar Gonzalez says

    March 9, 2016

    Me gustaría aplicar con mi familia, pero no se si podamos calificar, saludos desde la República de el Salvador, espero respuesta

    Reply
  20. Dharmendra Bhagat says

    March 9, 2016

    Looking more about migrating and opportunities in Canada.

    Reply
  21. Evelyn says

    March 9, 2016

    I am a Canadian Citizen 2 years ago been here 2005. I really want to help my sister to migrate t Canada she worked at school as a faculty member. The husband is a Electrical Engineer they have 3 kids all boys 11,9 and 4 the two boys are academic scholar. Its good to have a family here to rely on beside my 2 kids and husband. Hope I can help them.

    Reply
  22. Amanjot Kaur says

    March 9, 2016

    Hello Sir/Mam

    I will be highly obliged if you guide me to my point.I am extremely worried about it.I have applied for further studies in Canada in 2012 twice and for both the times my visa is refused though I’m meeting all the requirements.Now I’v completed my degree in Computer Science Engineering(CSE),and I’m thinking this time also to apply for my PG course.What I want is that can you tell me that should I apply or not?What happens if I apply this time meeting all the requirements and again I get a refusal which hurts a lot.My parents are against me this time as they are not in accordance with my decision of studying abroad because at one point they are also worried about the decision of the officer.But I’m denying them as it is my dream to study there.Kindly pay attention to my words.Hope you will understand.

    Thank you..
    Amanjot Kaur

    Reply
  23. puransinghrajesh says

    March 9, 2016

    hello

    i am puransinghrajesh ,i got visit visa in canada and i stay there more than three year.So i come back my native place so can i apply for permanent residence.Is it possible ,how i can apply

    please inform me as soon as

    thank you
    thank you faithfully

    Reply
  24. Dounia aslam says

    March 9, 2016

    Hello live in France . I am very intersted to go canada but idont now how to pssibel to going canda plz if possibel read my summery and tell me how is possibel bundel of thanks

    Reply
  25. ramazan ali Naderm says

    March 9, 2016

    Hi dear Sir,
    Thank you from your kindness Mr. Cohen. I would be gradefull if you process my case among the new case program that accepts 305000 perminant resident in 2016.

    Reply
  26. Moyibon Getachew says

    March 9, 2016

    I am graduate from one of Ethiopian university by mechanical engineering. I went to work in Canada please help me.

    Reply
  27. muhammad shafiq says

    March 9, 2016

    i have complete my bachlor degree and further i want to study in canada

    Reply
  28. Abdelmoula H says

    March 9, 2016

    Hello,
    At first,I wish good new to all peobles here who have loved to travel to Canada,then I’m here to be candidate so what is the simple way for this?
    Thank uuuuu

    Reply
  29. Amit Sharma says

    March 9, 2016

    I have inland sponsorship in process from dec 2014 no progess just in process from year. will it help me.//Thanks

    Reply
  30. Alyagoot Malik says

    March 9, 2016

    Do I qualify for immigration to Canada

    Reply
  31. hktech says

    March 9, 2016

    Hello,
    My material uncle and my mother sister is in canada and are citizens of canada. my mother is graduated in india but my mother age is 49 years . I wish to have permanent immigration to canada with my family on the basis of spouse relationships or reunion of family. am I eligible. .plzzz reply me . If I am eligible than plzz let me know the eligible way for immigration?

    Reply
  32. sheila says

    March 9, 2016

    Hi, am a Permanent residentof Canada. I have my son aged 25 still back in my home country. How can I let him come to me and live in Canada?

    Reply
  33. Nisreen obo says

    March 9, 2016

    I Nasreen married and I have two children from Syria we got out of our country, Syria My husband and I and my children because of war conditions and fear of them …. I have a degree in Human Sciences Department of Sociology and Social … worked as a Specialist for 10 years …. my kids their age. .. Zuhair Hossam Badila 8 years …. Zaid Hossam Badila 5 years …. My husband Hussam Badila, 38, was working as a delegate in the marketing of the company …. We’re here in Turkey now is not a chance we have for the future … I hope get this opportunity and move to Canadian society and integrate into the Canadian state …. and employ scientific age and experience to serve this community … and raising my children in a society of mutual respect and preserve the rights and duties …. Thank you very much … . and you have all our appreciation and respect ….

    Reply
  34. Abd Alrezzak, Shelo says

    March 9, 2016

    Love to travel and work in Canada is my hope that continued to Canada

    Reply
  35. Prabhakar Nerella says

    March 10, 2016

    I wish to migrate with my family. I am 45yrs old with 2kids below 16 yrs. I am working Profesional with 22yrs of experiance in energy sector.. Please suggest the possible method.

    Reply
  36. Herbert Conrado Arce Retana says

    March 10, 2016

    I was born in Gutemala and lived in the United States of America for about 28 years but was not eligible for any Immigration relief. I am residing in Guatemala now but fell insecurity for the violence here I would like to know if I am elegible for any status in Canada. I am bilingual Englis and Spanish and a Certificate Nurses Assistant since 1989 in California State.

    Reply
  37. Prasant says

    March 10, 2016

    Hi,

    I am a Software Engineer, based in india. I have done my Btech in computer science and wanted know do I qualify to immigrate canada. If yes, what score/band should i need for that ?

    Thanks,
    PP

    Reply
  38. Nazurally Abdoolah says

    March 10, 2016

    We are mauritian family .I am a professional painter. My wife is a teacher.My son is 12 and daughter is 13 years old.We are looking to migrate to Canada.How can you help us to get migration visa.

    Reply
  39. Einon says

    March 10, 2016

    Thanks for this news update from IRCC…but still the processing of documents needed for family reunification, needs more fast in time frame. Just saying. Thanks.

    Reply
  40. solomon says

    March 10, 2016

    hi, i am interested for quebec immigration, is this necessary to have french language proficiency.

    Reply
  41. Simon says

    March 10, 2016

    Hi! My elder brother and sister live in Calgary permanently. They already got Canadian passports. Both of them have permanent jobs.
    I am 36 years old, married, and have a child. I have post graduate degree. And ielts sore 5.5 overall, and have around 10 years working experiences.
    Now, my question is that, is it possible for my brother or sister to sponsor us for Canadian permanent residentship. And if possible then how long the processing time is?
    Thanks

    Reply
  42. Muhammad Khaleel says

    March 10, 2016

    Hello !
    I want to become a citizen and resident of Canada. I will be very thankful to you if you submit my profile in your new program.
    Thank you.
    Muhammed Khaleel

    Reply
  43. abdul jabar says

    March 10, 2016

    hi, i am Pakistani i have done (DAE) CIVIL ENGINEERING and i have also one year experience in field my age 22 year. Dear tell me can i eligible for Canada visa? what should i do for Canada visa thank you?

    Reply
  44. Nevil Gandhi says

    March 10, 2016

    My dream I m settle with my family in Canada. And lots of hard work and successful for my work n happy family life.

    Reply
  45. MANISHIMWE Isdore says

    March 10, 2016

    Hello!

    dear sir

    It is of a great privirage to get this opportunity opened for 305,000 permanant resident in 2016, I will be greatfull to hearing from you considering my request to stay to CANADA for building a better and economical canada. I am Rwandan 25 years old still am a unniversity undergraduate student.

    Thank you!

    Reply
  46. Aliaa Abderrahmane says

    March 10, 2016

    Please help me to immigrate to Canad my situation is very complicated my parents were vey ill and I haven’t sisters and brothers

    Reply
  47. Bilal Shoukat says

    March 10, 2016

    I wish to migrate with all my families member. I have a wife with two children under 5 years. How do I proceed for to get migration visa for Canada.

    thanks

    Reply
  48. Deo Twagiramungu says

    March 10, 2016

    I am rwandese in Africa, married and have 3 kids, we want to live in canada
    I want you to give me necessary infomation, and how I can procede.
    Thanks

    Reply
  49. George Hanna Rishmawi says

    March 10, 2016

    I have my mother, four brothers, and four sisters all are Canadian citizens living in London, Ontario, Canada. I live in the Holy Land Bethlehem, Palestine.
    I would like to join my family in Canada. What is the best way to apply.
    Thanks and best regards

    Reply
  50. Md. Amran Hossain says

    March 10, 2016

    I am Md. Amran Hossain from Bangladesh. I am a 29 years old single man. I have been working as a lecturer/ teacher at a higher secondery school / college in Bangladesh. I have completed my M.A in English language and literature in 2010. I m planning to apply for canadian immigration through express entry program. My CRS point is nearly 380. But the problem is, as I am a lecturer my job doesn’t suit for a PNP from any province.. therefore my CRS point is not enough to get ITA. What should I do now?? plz..

    Reply
  51. K.S.KARTHIKEYAN says

    March 10, 2016

    I LOVE CANADA AND I AND MY MUM WANT TO SETTLE DOWN IN THE GREAT COUNTRY

    MY PR PROCESS IS UNDERWAY AND WANT TO MARRY A CANADIAN GIRL

    I AM A PHD IN MICROBIOLOGY WITH RESEARCH AND TEACHING EXPERIENCE

    AND AM 36 YEARS OLD AND DEARLY TRYING FOR A SUTIABLE JOB AND MY MUM IS

    ALSO A VERY HIGHLY AND QUALIFIED AND EXPERENCED AND GOOD HEARTED LADY

    AND SHE MOST IMPORTANT IS SHE LOVES CANADA AND WANTS TO BECOME A CANADIAN IN EVERY SENSE!! PLEASE HELP US TWO SOULS OUT!!!!

    Reply
  52. Nitya Ranjan Sikdar says

    March 10, 2016

    Dear Sir / Madam,

    I am an engineering professional, Msc in Industrial & Production Management, Bsc in Industrial & Technical Management, Certificate Mechanical Engineering and 4 years General engineering apprenticeship in Marine engineering. Have successful 30 years of plant operation an maintenance management experience.

    Please confirm if I am qualified for permanent residency in CANADA.

    Sincerely,

    Nitya R. Sikdar

    Reply
  53. RAJNEESH KUMARI says

    March 10, 2016

    I applied in November-15 and got the acknowledgement and dossier no, in January 16. Can you please tell that will I be able to get the file number till June 16? How long it takes to get the file number and the medical. Also by the acknowledgement number which should I consider that my file has been accepted or still it is under consideration?

    Reply
  54. Azizurahman Sakhizadah says

    March 10, 2016

    Hello, This is Azizurahman, I am from Afghanistan, Right now I am master student in Japan this is my last year I have interested to immigrate Canada please if it is possible guide me. Thank you very much,

    Reply
  55. Charles Umah says

    March 10, 2016

    Please I would like to know the documents I will be required to submit to cic, thank you.

    Reply
  56. Marvin Alusen Tibangwa says

    March 10, 2016

    I am a lawyer from the Philippines and I want to practice my practice my profession in Canada, please help me. Thank you very much.

    Reply
  57. EL HAFED ABDELHAK says

    March 10, 2016

    i want to study in canada

    Reply
  58. Baljit kumar says

    March 10, 2016

    Hello sir I want to migrant in canada I m a lawyer. Doing a practice at distt court last 6 year so can tell me whether m eligible or not for permanent residency of canada .

    Reply
  59. MOSES says

    March 10, 2016

    please i want to know if I am qualified for the all round assessment since I scored 410 in the initial assessment. and when would the final assessment result be released.
    Thank you.
    Moses Akpan

    Reply
  60. Agbiwen Christian says

    March 10, 2016

    I work as a spy police officer in Chevron Nigeria limited security control room, i have been trained in different area like,cctv,tracking of ship and vessels and also on general security operations.please i want to know if i am qualify and how to go about it.

    Reply
  61. Yasmeen khan says

    March 10, 2016

    Hey…I am looking for permanent residency in canada and professionaly my experience come under express entry I would like to contact someone who can help me in immigration process. Kindly contact asap.

    Regards
    Yasmeen khan

    Reply
  62. Wanamalee says

    March 10, 2016

    Is it likely that the score will reduce below 400 this year.My score is 398.

    Reply
  63. Anonymous says

    March 10, 2016

    my name is Portia Amadi, my husband and i wish to relocate to Canada with our children. please put us through. thanks

    Reply
  64. Dilbag says

    March 10, 2016

    I want go canada

    Reply
  65. hamza says

    March 10, 2016

    hello . h m from algeria i have Vocational in paint and i want to immigrate in canada how can i do that…thank you

    Reply
  66. Salam khero says

    March 10, 2016

    Hello
    I am salam from Sinjar town which Isis destroyed it and killed thousands people who were Ezdizi so I am ezidi I don’t have any securities here because of my religion. How can I a get safer life for myself. And my is always threaten

    Reply
  67. Zorisha Mohammed-Ali says

    March 11, 2016

    Good governance has certainly shown the world that Canada would be the place if choice to live. Great going Prime Minister Trudeau

    Reply
  68. joseph Mitri says

    March 11, 2016

    Hello Dear

    I am joseph mitri from Lebanon i am a farmer i have 3 children s Maher a boy ,Nour girl ,& Camil boy ,how can i immigrate to Canada for better life

    Thank you
    Regards
    J.MITRI

    Reply
  69. Kuldeep Singh says

    March 11, 2016

    Hi Sir,
    Hey…I am looking for permanent residency in canada and professionaly I have done MCA and two year experience in web development and 6 each in ielts. what’s the best suitable system for me.

    Reply
  70. Emmanuel says

    March 11, 2016

    I would like to go with my spouse to work and live in Canadá. I actually live in Spain, l’m a multi trademan. I don’t have any family in Canadá. Could you please inform me of my possibilities.

    Reply
  71. Noman says

    March 11, 2016

    My Name is Noman, resident of Karachi Pakistan, I am married with no child, I have limited funds on my bank, I have done my MCS from Karachi university, my question is that any chance for me or my family to migrate on this condition, my elder brother is also live in Canada from last 8 years and he has 5 kids with wife.

    Please explain

    Reply
  72. Ahsoka23 says

    March 11, 2016

    I plan to migrate to Canada. I have been wanting to relocate there for a long time. Please put me on the list.

    Reply
  73. Shivraj Brar says

    March 11, 2016

    Hi,

    I am a Electronic Engineer, based in india. I have done my Diploma in ECE . have 6 year experience and wanted know do I qualify to immigrate canada. If yes, what score/band should i need for that ?

    Thanks,
    PP

    Reply
  74. Navroop kaur says

    March 11, 2016

    Hi dear I am from India I am working as teacher from last 4 years I 2want to come to Canada with my family I have one kid 5 year old kindly guide me how I can come regards
    Navroop

    Reply
  75. abdul jabar says

    March 11, 2016

    hi, i am Pakistani i have done (DAE) CIVIL ENGINEERING and i have also one year experience in field my age 22 year. Dear tell me can i eligible for Canada visa? what should i do for Canada visa thank you?

    Reply
  76. abdul jabar says

    March 11, 2016

    hi, i am Pakistani i have done (DAE) CIVIL ENGINEERING and i have also one year experience in field my age 22 year. Dear tell me can i eligible for Canada visa? what should i do for Canada visa thank you I am waiting your answer .

    Reply
  77. Md.Shahirul Islam Khan says

    March 11, 2016

    I am a civil engineer.with 20 years work experience.my age is 53years.my wife is 48.she has masters in political science.I have 2 children one is 16 another 12 of age.can I immigrant.I am from Bangladesh

    Reply
  78. Olateju Adegboyega says

    March 11, 2016

    I have been longing to work and live in Canada. Am a teacher and had NCE certificate in maths and Physics, Bsc(ed) in mathematics. I love farming. Please assist me

    Reply
  79. Agharanya Humphery says

    March 11, 2016

    I’m from Nigeria and love to base and work in canada as a skill worker in international and public services

    Reply
  80. Donna carla t. Dionisio says

    March 12, 2016

    Single 24 yrs old residing at tipas taguig city a BSE- major in special educ presently working at kids world school at greenhills san juan city phil. as toddler teacher willing to pursue studies to improve and be able to cope the standard of education incanada and accept any kind of work kind of work and willing to undergo training presently we have few distant relative and friends staying there

    Reply
  81. Md. Abul Kashem says

    March 12, 2016

    Please send me list of your panel lawyer (s) in Bangladesh/Canada about permanent resident under skilled worker program.

    Thanks,

    Md. Abul Kashem
    Bangladesh

    Reply
  82. Md. Abul Kashem says

    March 12, 2016

    Hello. Please provide me a good immigration expert who are enlisted Government of Canada and advice me about immigration process system of permanent resident in Canada under express entry. Furthermore, I am professionally an accountant, I have 10 years experiences in the different field (i.e Accounting, Finance, Income Tax & VAT etc).

    Your Co-operation in this regard will be highly appreciated and send me list of expert’s address.

    Best Regards
    Md. Abul Kashem
    Bangladesh

    Reply
    • Second Generation says

      October 27, 2017

      How old are you? Age is very important if you want to continue in the same professional field in Canada.

      Reply
  83. mouhamadou bamba ndaw says

    March 12, 2016

    I want to be the chosen by the government canada

    Reply
  84. mouhamadou bamba ndaw says

    March 12, 2016

    I want to be the chosen by the government

    Reply
  85. H.m. Sahadat Hossain says

    March 12, 2016

    Hello,
    I wish to migrate with all my family members. I have a wife & mother. I am continuing a Job with a multinational company. So How can I proceed to get migration visa for Canada ..???

    Reply
  86. massoud hashmi says

    March 13, 2016

    My name is massoud i am film director I Wan to migrate with all my families member. I have a wife with two children under 18 years. How do I proceed for to get migration visa to canada

    Reply
  87. Mahmoud Abu Khalid says

    March 13, 2016

    Dear All,
    Salaam,
    am from Gaza I would like to immigrate to Canada ,how can we do that ?

    Reply
  88. nasro says

    March 13, 2016

    je veux parti l extrieur pour travaille

    Reply
  89. nasro says

    March 13, 2016

    I want the party outside for work

    Reply
  90. ezenwugo francis says

    March 13, 2016

    a petroleum engineer currently working in transport sector as Branch admin for five years .would like to migrate to Canada for better job opportunity

    Reply
  91. manjeet says

    March 13, 2016

    hiii. i am from america . i m on asylum stay . i my bachelor in commerce. now i m working as a quality controller in trident seafoods company. i m interested in canada. suggest me what’s possible. my brother is a canadian parmanent resident

    Reply
  92. Bassam.Shakhachero says

    March 13, 2016

    Der sr
    my name is. Bassam.Shakhachero
    I am a Syrian .now I in Tripoli. Lybia
    with my 3 kids and i wish to get
    immigration

    Reply
  93. Ayo Adenekan says

    March 14, 2016

    I register for this program last year and Canadian customer service called me when i was in Dubai now in my country Nigeria i don’t know how to go further for the processing, seriously looking for an opportunities to relocate to Canada.

    Reply
  94. Deepak P Doshi says

    March 14, 2016

    I have filled for Manitoba Province for PNP programe. Could you please let me know when can Manitoba province offer me LAA-” letter of Advice to Apply”. It has been around 8 months has been passed.

    Reply
  95. shamshad says

    March 14, 2016

    Hello Sir,

    I am an Indian, I have got 326 CRS points, is there any possible chances to get Invitation in 2016.My spouse also come with me.so, Please inform us what are the possibilities.

    Reply
  96. Nauman khan says

    March 14, 2016

    Respected Sir, I want to transfer my BS program courses in Canada, or want to take admission in Canada on scholarship. Kindly tell me,am i qualified or not???

    Reply
  97. Asadul hasan says

    March 14, 2016

    I AM ASADUL HASAN FROM ITALYi want to immigrate in canada how can i do that…thank you

    Reply
  98. DR.KAMRUL AHSAN says

    March 14, 2016

    I am 48 yrs old Bangladeshi doctor MBBS+MPH.Pls assess me urgently.

    Reply
  99. Amirul Islam Khan says

    March 14, 2016

    We, me and my family ( spouse and two kids), are from Bangladesh; 20 yrs of experience with humanitarian organization; we both are masters in social science. Are we eligible for permanent resident in Canada?

    Reply
    • Second Generation says

      October 27, 2017

      How old are you? Canada needs lots of social workers, however they prefer those that are below the ages of 50.

      Reply
  100. abellah habaze says

    March 14, 2016

    hello, My name is ABDELLAH, I live in MOROCCO I want to immigrate to canada to get to work, please help me how I can do that.

    Reply
  101. Rita Bonjoc says

    March 15, 2016

    Hi,
    I’m a live-in caregiver here in Toronto, IMy status as of the moment is open permit under caregiver program. I’ved sponsored my husband and children to join me here in Canada but unfortunately they denied my application due to the re-medical notice that i have not received. My question is how will i contest my appeal to the immigration so that they will re-consider my application. Thank you and waiting for your good respond.

    Reply
  102. Nanyunja Prossy says

    March 15, 2016

    Just want to know if i qualify. I am a woman with disability living in Eastern Africa with only two dependents. I am an accountant by profession. I can do some work with regard to accounting and even do lots of handwork like kniting, sewing, weaving etc.

    Would be glad to get a response from you

    Reply
  103. Oumar says

    March 15, 2016

    I’m Oumar CISSE from SENEGAL and qualified in mechanical and civil engineering. I forcast to immigrate to CANADA and to participate to the strong economic growth wiyh GOD’s help.
    I think immigrants are often the most entreprising members of society partly because anyone brave enough to make an oversea move is likely to be a risk taker.
    CANADA is an outstading country and i love it too much.
    Wish you a great opportunity and safe immigration plan for all applicants.

    Reply
  104. igbognahaka ifeoma says

    March 15, 2016

    an electrical &electronic engineer currently working in a power sector,will like to migrate to canada with my family for better job opportunity

    Reply
  105. DR SURESH BABU K says

    March 15, 2016

    Myself Doctor Anaesthesiologist MBBS DA 55 yrs
    Wife Doctor MBBSnot practising now 48 yrs
    Daughter Engineering graduate now doing post graduation24 yrs
    Son Doing engineering graduation21 yrs
    I am interested in migrating to canada. Is it pissible? what are the formalities?
    Awaiting your reply
    Dr Suresh babu

    Reply
  106. Saurav Kumar Singh says

    March 15, 2016

    Hello,
    I need some help/walk through on permanent residency in Canada. It would be great if I could get genuine immigration expert.
    Thanks,
    Saurav

    Reply
  107. RAHEEM MUSILIU says

    March 15, 2016

    I’m RAHEEM MUSILIU OJO from NIGERIA and qualified in
    mechanical and civil engineering. I forecast to
    immigrate to CANADA and to participate to the
    strong economic growth with GOD’s help.
    I think immigrants are often the most
    enterprising members of society partly because
    anyone brave enough to make an oversea move
    is likely to be a risk taker.
    CANADA is an outstanding country and i love it
    too much.

    Reply
  108. Anonymous says

    March 16, 2016

    do conditionl pr wll b removed from those who hv already conditinl pr from new sponsered spouse ? or it wll b fr new coming spouses only ??

    Reply
  109. Tajmul Hamid saldurkar says

    March 16, 2016

    It’s really very good to get the opportunity for the person who to move

    Reply
  110. Emeka Ubido{JP} says

    March 17, 2016

    I’m Emeka Ubido a Nigerian. I have been dreaming of canada, wish to travel, work, stay there and contribute my quota for the development of the country. God Bless Canada.

    Reply
  111. harry wilson says

    March 18, 2016

    hello.
    please give me more information about this.

    thanks

    Reply
  112. Md.Ainul Haque says

    March 19, 2016

    I wish to migrate with all my families member. I have a wife with two children under 18 years. How do I proceed for to get migration visa for Canada.

    Reply
  113. Asif khan says

    March 19, 2016

    Dear immigration.
    I hope this letters finds you in good health So nice to see immigrant visas.. I am very anxious to visit Canada. Hope I will get the chance to come to Canada and show my efforts. I am working in the village as a gents tailor and fruit bussiness i am from igatpuri disrict t nashik.. I am originally from india .
    Best of wishes. Regards from Asif Khan

    Reply
  114. Anonymous says

    March 19, 2016

    Dear sirs,
    I’m from Macedonia and i want to imigrate to Canada with my family,my hoysband and two years old douther.I’m 35 years old,my housband is 45 years old.I have graduated at Sofia University speciality Informatics and i have 8 years work experience like manager in in firm for transport and logistik and my housband have 8 years work experiance like a proffesionsl truck driver and also bus driver.We want to immigrate to Canada for a better life for best chance for living ,so please infor me for the details and what is the procedure to take a imigration visa for Canada.
    Thanks a lot
    Best regards.

    Reply
  115. Shemsedin Afrad says

    March 20, 2016

    I am Shemsedin Afrad from Ethiopia, my best qualification is BSc. in construction technology (construction engineer). i really, interested in migrating to Canada.particularly Manitoba Province.
    I Would be glad to get a response from you.

    Reply
  116. Sualiha Mohammed says

    March 20, 2016

    I am really, interested in helping kids & elders!!! My profession is a nurse and I am from Ethiopia.
    I would be very glad to come to Canada. Is there any one who can lends his/her kind hand just help me out? thanks a lot.

    Reply
  117. anyebemicheal says

    March 22, 2016

    Sir/ma,I want to study photography in Canada,what is my requirement.

    Reply
  118. Phillip Dyrt says

    March 28, 2016

    It would be interesting to find out how many Express Entry ITA applications submitted are rejected as a percentage of total submissions.

    Reply
  119. Shalpinder Kaur says

    March 31, 2016

    Hi
    I am from India .I have Complete my MSC.IT in 2012 and I Have Experience more then 2year 6 Month. In Hospital IT Sector… I am Married and Baby. Please Let me know how much ILETS band I get .That I Easily get Permanent Resident for Canada.

    Reply
  120. Isaac Okai Armah says

    April 7, 2016

    I completed my tertiary education last year am now doing my national service at Ghana Port and Habour Authority…Am finishing my service in july,i want to work and live in Canada.Can you pl ease help with what i need to do to start my canada visa process.Thanks

    Reply
  121. SAEED NASER WADI says

    April 8, 2016

    I am from Iraq .I live with my family ( my wife and three boys Saif Aldean 23 years old,Ayman 17 years old, Sarmad 16years old) in Libya since 21 years ago . I want to help me how complete my immigration to Canada because my life is very difficult in Libya now. Please I want somebody advice me the right way . My education is master degree in chemistry and my wife teacher for Arabi language and my son Saif Aldeen in the fourth year in dentist college in the university of tripoli and Ayman in last year of secondary school and Samad in the first year of secondary school.

    Reply
  122. bongani dlamini says

    April 10, 2016

    I am a qualified registered nurse in south africa working in accident and emergency unit I would like to find out about the process of immigration to Canada as a registered nurse who want to relocate with the family to Alberta

    Reply
  123. Patrick Amenyo says

    April 23, 2016

    I am a teacher in Ghana at the second cycle leve!. I would like to find out about the process of immigration to Canada as a teacher who want to relocate to Toronto.

    Reply
  124. Muhammad Fahad Aziz says

    April 24, 2016

    Dear Ms,

    One of my friend is looking forward to purchase a property in canada , His only concern is will he be then eligible to apply for immigration and what is the percentage of approval in it.

    Awaiting for quick response.

    Reply
  125. Ravinder pal singh sidhu says

    April 25, 2016

    Plz do somthing for REMOTE SENSING AND GIS professionals. There are not any specific categories for such people.

    Reply
  126. Anonymous says

    June 24, 2016

    I am from Uganda/Africa,i recently got ajob offer and signed acontract,i later paid for work permit but its now 4weeks and i have not received any update.Does any one know the processing time of work permits especialy quebec.
    Thank you

    Reply
  127. Niraj says

    July 14, 2016

    I am from Nepal with CRS 348. Canada is telling they will invite minimum 280000 immigrants this year but after 7 months have passed they have not issued more than 30000 ITA probably less than this. Can we expect dramatic rise in ITA in days to come

    Reply
  128. Natalia says

    August 17, 2016

    We are as a family . Interesting immigrated to Canada for good
    I have Cyprus citizen
    My husband Syria citizen
    Our son Cyprus citizen
    Kindly ask to help with the procedure of filling out forms and what kind of documents we need to provided

    looking forward to hear from you soon

    Reply
  129. Olanrewaju Sunkanmi kunle says

    August 18, 2016

    i am an electrical technician with 10 years experience i have HND in electrical electronics. married with a child. i will live to move my family to camada,my wife also have HND in electrical

    Reply
  130. musarat says

    August 18, 2016

    I am migrate to pakistan with the family I have 6 family members my husband and 4 children for Canada please help me and tell me how to apply for immigration

    Reply
  131. Harman says

    August 18, 2016

    I am living in spain nd i have 5 years of residency and i am under 18. I want to work in canada how can i migrate to canada with work permit. I am living with my family ….

    Reply
  132. SHELLY says

    August 19, 2016

    Canada need to look into open family reunification even more by allowing citizens to file for their siblings. just like the USA

    Reply
  133. Ssebugwaawo Ashiraf says

    August 27, 2016

    Dear:Mr,Mrs
    Am Ashiraf 21yrs I am in juba south Sudan am a Ugandan I failed to complete my studies when my mum and sister got HIV/Aids I lost hope and run away to south sudan where the war found me in July I am kindly requesting for immigration to Canada to start a life positively and help my sick mum and sister who has four kids of which to are twins.
    I will be very so thank full if my request is granted.
    Yours faithfully Ssebugwaawo Ashiraf

    Reply
  134. Mohammed atta says

    September 6, 2016

    Iam Palestine but I live in Libya ,I want to imegrte to Canada , I can provide the ticket but not other thing , is there a place that can I live in and work at anything or complete my studying ! I have an iltes certification and I have no criminal past look forward to hear from you
    Yours faithfully

    Reply
  135. Bahadar Singh says

    September 9, 2016

    I am interested in Canada immigration
    I belongs to Dhiman family . I am 46 years old , I passed 10th P.S.E.B (Mohali), I .t .I diploma , 6 year Mould Fabricators Working in Dubai, 2 years as a Fitter Working , Sixth Month Computer Application From Technocrats, Sixth Computer Hardware &Networking Support Engineer,2years As A Computer Hardware & Networking Support Engineer Working PVT.LDT Chandigiarh and now I do Self-Business Otek Computers shop in Punjab (india) . my wife’s name is Urmila Devi ,43 years old,we have three children, Navdeep; she is 17 years old and study in 10+2(Science)pseb,Eaknoor; she is 11 years old in 6th class, Sagar Dhiman; He is 6 years old and in first class.i want to take permanent residence ,is it possible plz help me.
    Reply
    thanks

    Reply
  136. Nahid Mohiuddin says

    September 11, 2016

    Is there is opportunity for graduate in Canada under this program. and where I get the details..please give me a link.. thank you

    Reply
  137. Tenzin says

    September 12, 2016

    I’m hiv positve & refugee single male. Can I get a pr of canada.

    Reply
  138. ssekitoleko Derick says

    September 24, 2016

    Am in Uganda self employed saling electronic and repairing phones, am single with no dependants can i be eligible for care giver program or any other program.

    Reply
  139. Olayinka Said Bamgbose says

    September 26, 2016

    I Wish to migrate to Canada with my family.
    I am a banker with over tens years of experience in Risk Management,Branch Operations and Global Cash Management.I am presently 48years old with a wife and Four childred(Boys).Which of the immigration programme can i apply through to achieve my plans?

    Reply
  140. Lotsi Ayodele Monday says

    October 23, 2016

    I am a chef by profession currently working in Lagos , i am 30yrs of age , engaged in a relationship , a christian by faith with no discrimination. I will love to locate to canada to continue with my profession , pls help me . May God bless you more abundantly in Jesus name , Amen

    Reply
  141. Linda and Lee Strom says

    November 2, 2016

    Senior and child care is abysmal in B.C., yet you persist in bringing in 20,000 grandparents! Where is your common sense? ESL bankrupted our education system, kids are hungry and without proper clothing. Grandparents will further strain/drain our pathetic Health Care system.

    Your thoughtless placement (lower mainland) without improving wait times, availability of family GP’s indicates contempt for already over-burdened citizens. Do you not have the foresight to see how and why racism, prejudice and intolerance starts? You are foolish to think the ordinary person will accept this insanity during hard times.

    Why not bring in Youngish people with some understanding of English/French?

    PS we have ceased Food Bank donations as belt tightening measure!

    Reply
  142. M.Sadiq says

    November 5, 2016

    how I apply for the visa and other requirements for going to Canada as professional in the flied of computer science and have experience of 6 years ?

    Reply
  143. Fadi Salem says

    November 10, 2016

    Hello;
    I’m a graphic designer .
    I’m from Damascus – Syria and now I am a resident in Lebanon.
    I have knew that there are many Christian Syrian families had immigrated to Canada and I’m aspiring to immigrate and work in Canada too, but I don’t know what are the procedures to that,
    so please I’m asking your help to tell me the possibility and the procedures of immigration for Syrian.
    thank you in advance.

    Reply
  144. sharif says

    November 12, 2016

    sir or madam I am refuge in south Africa and I want help I don’t have work and safety and stardey

    Reply
  145. sharif says

    November 12, 2016

    plz help me I want work and safety

    Reply
  146. Riri says

    December 13, 2016

    After 2 years of processing of my mom marriage sponsorship maybe 2018 I will finally see her. I really miss her a lot even my little sis. Wish the waiting of processing change into 12 months only, 26 months is too long. But thanks to Canada immigration sooner or later I will finally see them, thanks a lot ciao

    Reply
  147. khalidn Mahmood says

    December 16, 2016

    i wanted imigrate to canada with my family.

    Reply
  148. Emy Jane G. Saberon,RN says

    December 18, 2016

    I am planning to apply for immigrant in canada next year.. I am happy about the news in the government in canada..welcoming many immigrant to live in canada… I am hoping that my application for Canada will be approved.
    I am a registered nurse ..from the Philippines.. graduated last 2007..
    I am connected with the Department of Health..
    Working as a Public Health Nurse for 6 years..

    Reply
  149. Emy Jane G. Saberon,RN says

    December 18, 2016

    Please help me how to migrate in canada…I am looking forward for your positive response…

    Reply
  150. Damaris wachu says

    December 20, 2016

    I wish to move and work in Cananda with my 3 children age 19yrs,15yrs and 9yrs. They are bright but I have financial challenges .My first born is perusing bachelor of Pharmacy degree, the 2nd born is in secondary school and the 3rd born is in class 4. Kindly do assist.
    Thank you.

    Reply
  151. Derek says

    April 10, 2017

    I would believe this but as it turns out they love looking at your juvinille record and holding it against you even though it has no bearing on the person you have become or if you did your time so watch it anyone if you are going to go there if you did anything before you became of age meaning anything before 18 you are not getting in

    Reply

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