So....how hard is it?
The process of obtaining permanent residency in Canada is complex and time consuming. It is also in a state of constant change due to different foreign policy initiatives and modifications to regulations.
Individuals can apply under one of six categories for Canadian permanent residence:
Individuals can apply to become permanent residents in Canada under the skilled worker class. Applicants are evaluated based on education level, language ability, work experience, age, arranged employment and adaptability. Each factor is individually evaluated and the overall score determines whether the applicant is a suitable candidate for permanent resident status. The combined score is from 0 to 100, with the minimum qualifying level set at 67. This is not the only measure used to determine candidate suitability. Citizenship and Immigration Canada also takes into account an individual’s criminal history (if one exists), the Canadian labour market and other factors to determine the outcome of the application. However, this score is a good starting point to determine whether you can apply for the permanent resident status under this category. For example: a 25 year-old female with excellent English ability, basic French knowledge, a Master’s degree with 2 years work experience in the country of origin, no prearranged employment in Canada and a spouse that has studied, lived and worked in Canada might score upwards of 80 points overall. This combined score of the six factors would make her eligible to apply for permanent residency. However, different individuals score differently and this example is in no way representative of the larger population. Business Class Immigration There are classes of individuals In the Business Class category that qualify for permanent residence: investors, entrepreneurs and self-employed persons . Investors are required to demonstrate business experience, a legally obtained net worth of C$800,000 and to invest C$400,000 in Canadian economy. There are also additional requirements. Entrepreneurs are also required to demonstrate business experience in owning and managing businesses or in owning a share or percentage of an enterprise. They must also have a net worth of C$300,000, be willing to manage and operate a business and create at least one full time job (not including his/hers) within three years of becoming a permanent resident. Self-employed persons are must have the experience, intention and ability to establish a business that will, at a minimum, create an employment opportunity for themselves and that will make a significant contribution to cultural activities or athletics in Canada; or purchase and manage a farm. Provincial Nomination If you have a specific province in mind that you would like to immigrate and settle in, this process allows a province to nominate individuals that they wish to include in their selection for immigration and settlement. This process requires the individual to contact the representative immigration office within the target province and apply for nomination to that province. After this nomination has been performed, the individual has to apply to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Family Class Immigration If you have any members of the close family that are permanent residents in Canada, they may be able to help you obtain permanent residency. Approximately 30% of all immigrants that come to Canada are sponsored by family members. Individuals living in Canada are obliged by the government to sponsor family members coming to Canada for a period of 3 to 10 years in order to help them settle in Canada. Québec-Selected Immigration Province of Québec has a special agreement with the Federal Government of Canada to select immigrants that best fit its immigration requirements. There is a separate evaluation process for any individual intending to settle in Québec, which includes the following categories:
Canadian permanent residents are permitted to adopt children from foreign countries. The process is quite long and arduous in order to protect the rights of children and it involves conducting various studies of the adoptive family and its surroundings. Adopting a child from another country involves different legal issues and entities such as the Provincial immigration office, Hague Convention that governs international adoptions, child’s country of origin legal offices and so on. Canadian families intending to adopt children have to be able to sponsor them for extended period, and be committed to raising the child and pursuing his or hers best interests. How to obtain a permanent resident visa In order to initiate the process of obtaining a permanent resident visa, contact the nearest consulate, high commission or an embassy of Canada. At the basic level, obtaining a permanent resident visa requires the individual to:
Current fees relating to a permanent resident visa are as follows (as of 2005): Family Class applicants:
Investor, Entrepreneur or Self-employed Persons Class applicants:
Citizenship:
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Ummmm....Why???
As much as I like Canada, and have been to a number of Provinces, I would never move there, let alone immigrate. It is a socialist country that forbids it's citizens to own firearms for home/self defense. On top of that, they still have QE on their money, at least the last time I was up there they did. I do not mean to offend any of my northern neighbors but I could never abide by the laws of Canada. Great people but the politics is worse than this country. |
I do like the fact that here in CA you can kill anyone who breaks into your home. Thats always comforting LOL
Cause I maybe small but if anyones breakin into my home, they are not getting out alive. |
Originally Posted by BresBlazy
(Post 366271)
I do like the fact that here in CA you can kill anyone who breaks into your home. Thats always comforting LOL
Cause I maybe small but if anyones breakin into my home, they are not getting out alive. |
We dont have the same issues as the states... we dont need guns 24/7. And our government is trying to get rid of that law. But its a minority government. Although the liberals keep fing up, so come next election, it will probably be a majority and the gun bill will be undone.
As for the queen, we still technically are British ruled. But we have separated from them. I was told by an mpp that it would cost millions, if not billions, to actually separate 100% from the britts. But I dont know for sure. One thing I love about here is free health care, and we arnt sue happy. And getting 3' or more snow for 4 months of the year. Oh, and you can kill an intruder... They just need to attack you first and you need to have visible wounds proving it, or it on tape. My dad just went threw court for this. Someone broke into his house 2 years ago and stabbed him 15 time. He fought the intruder into his pool until the guy stopped kicking. :Pulled him out just as he was about to drowned. Cops said my dad should of drowned him. Ten one less criminal out there. |
^^^ Everything he said... Home invasions usually happen when people are away in this country, and people have a tendency to either knock on the door or try calling the phone first. If someone answers they either "got the wrong address" or phone number and move along.
Unlocked front doors are NOT uncommon when people are home. My friend's brother's Sister-in-law never sued her Great Aunt Wendy for letting her ride her motorcycle without a helmet... as from what I hear this is the case for MANY in the US. Law suits usually happen for a good reason up here. Also, FREE HEALTH CARE... yes the wait times are long but I don't have to re-mortgage my home everytime I need a cancer treatment (not that I own a home or have cancer... but you get my point.) You are allowed to have firearms in your home, just not .50 cal snipers and M16's. Some of us like mustard on our burgers too... that pissed me off when I went south... you ask for mustard and they bring you a bottle of Dijon... "WTF IS THIS!?" /rant Both countries have pros/cons and everyone's intitled to their opinion... that's mine lol. I just think guns are a ridiculous reasons for not wanting to move. |
Originally Posted by oktain
(Post 366300)
Some of us like mustard on our burgers too... that pissed me off when I went south... you ask for mustard and they bring you a bottle of Dijon... "WTF IS THIS!?"
/rant This made work a little easier.... :) |
Originally Posted by oktain
(Post 366300)
Both countries have pros/cons and everyone's entitled to their opinion...
Oh...and NEVER move to Quebexico... The french are annoying. But cheap beer. |
Originally Posted by Logan
(Post 366330)
Oh...and NEVER move to Quebexico... The french are annoying. But cheap beer.
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Is Bre contemplating moving to OTTAWA??!?! :icon_wink:
My shotgun and 2 rifles sitting in my room are enough house defense for me. We also have better chips and pop. Went to Florida, go into a McDonalds and all I can get is Coke, Sprite or Pepsi. WTF I WANT ROOTBEER! Went to a supermarket, couldn't find Dill Pickle, Hoops or Sweet Chili Heat chips. Instead found flavours like Lemon-Lime, Pepper, ect. Ahwahhh! Now those are reasons to want to move!! :) Plus smarties and rockets are less confusing. |
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