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VARIOUS IMMIGRATION PROGRAMMES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN CANADA

tiger007

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UPDATE MAY 2019
(last update was on Sept. 2014)

Official Links:



Federal Streams (Express Entry)
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry.html


Express Entry Round of invitations / cut-off (As of May 05 2019):
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/submit-profile/rounds-invitations.html


Eligibility to apply as a Federal Skilled Worker (Express Entry)

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/eligibility/federal-skilled-workers.html


Eligibility to apply for the Federal Skilled Trades Program (Express Entry)
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/eligibility/skilled-trades.html


Eligibility to apply for the Canadian Experience Class (Express Entry - students) -
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/eligibility/canadian-experience-class.html


Quebec-selected skilled workers: About the process
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/quebec-skilled-workers.html


Immigrate as a provincial nominee under PNP (Provincial Nominee Program)
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/provincial-nominees.html



Provincial Govt. Immigration official links:

ALBERTA

Alberta immigrant Nominee Program (AINP):
https://www.alberta.ca/ainp.aspx



BRITISH COLUMBIA

BC PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM (BC PNP):

https://www.welcomebc.ca/Immigrate-to-B-C/B-C-Provincial-Nominee-Program

Express Entry Streams:
https://www.welcomebc.ca/Immigrate-to-B-C/BC-PNP-Express-Entry-B-C

EEBC — INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE
https://www.welcomebc.ca/Immigrate-to-B-C/BC-PNP-Express-Entry-B-C/EEBC-International-Graduate
EEBC — INTERNATIONAL POST-GRADUATE
https://www.welcomebc.ca/Immigrate-to-B-C/BC-PNP-Express-Entry-B-C/EEBC-International-Post-Graduate

Paper based streams:
https://www.welcomebc.ca/Immigrate-to-B-C/BC-PNP-Skills-Immigration


MANITOBA

Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP):
http://www.immigratemanitoba.com/immigrate-to-manitoba/
International Student Working Graduates
http://www.immigratemanitoba.com/immigrate-to-manitoba/swm/swm-eligiblity/
(No Skilled job offer requirement. NOC -C / Semi skilled FT jobs also accepted)



ATLANTIC PROVINCES:

Atlantic Immigration Pilot
(in Atlantic provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador and Prince Edward Island)
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/atlantic-immigration-pilot.html


New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP):
https://www.welcomenb.ca/content/wel-bien/en/immigrating/content/HowToImmigrate/NBProvincialNomineeProgram.html


The Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP):
https://www.gov.nl.ca/immigration/immigrating-to-newfoundland-and-labrador/provincial-nominee-program/overview/
NLPNP International Graduate:
https://www.gov.nl.ca/immigration/immigrating-to-newfoundland-and-labrador/provincial-nominee-program/applicants/international-graduate/


NOVA SCOTIA (my home province)
Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP):
https://novascotiaimmigration.com/move-here/
International Graduate Entrepreneur:
https://novascotiaimmigration.com/move-here/international-graduate-entrepreneur/
Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry:
https://novascotiaimmigration.com/move-here/nova-scotia-experience-express-entry/
Other streams
Skilled Worker:
https://novascotiaimmigration.com/move-here/nova-scotia-experience-express-entry/


The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP):
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/office-immigration
PEI PNP International Graduates
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/office-immigration




ONTARIO

Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP):
https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-immigrant-nominee-program-oinp

OINP Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream
https://www.ontario.ca/page/oinp-employer-job-offer-international-student-stream

OINP Masters Graduate Stream

https://www.ontario.ca/page/oinp-masters-graduate-stream

OINP PhD Graduate Stream
https://www.ontario.ca/page/oinp-phd-graduate-stream



SASKATCHEWAN

Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP):
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/moving-to-saskatchewan/immigrating-to-saskatchewan/saskatchewan-immigrant-nominee-program/apply-to-the-sinp


SINP Students category
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/moving-to-saskatchewan/immigrating-to-saskatchewan/saskatchewan-immigrant-nominee-program/applicants-with-saskatchewan-experience/students

Other SINP categories
Skilled Worker With Existing Work Permit
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/moving-to-saskatchewan/immigrating-to-saskatchewan/saskatchewan-immigrant-nominee-program/applicants-with-saskatchewan-experience/applicants-with-existing-work-permit

Long-Haul Truck Driver Project
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/moving-to-saskatchewan/immigrating-to-saskatchewan/saskatchewan-immigrant-nominee-program/applicants-with-saskatchewan-experience/long-haul-truck-driver-project

Hospitality Sector Project:
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/moving-to-saskatchewan/immigrating-to-saskatchewan/saskatchewan-immigrant-nominee-program/applicants-with-saskatchewan-experience/hospitality-sector-project

Health Professionals:
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/moving-to-saskatchewan/immigrating-to-saskatchewan/saskatchewan-immigrant-nominee-program/applicants-with-saskatchewan-experience/hospitality-sector-project

Semi-skilled Agriculture Worker with Existing Work Permit
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/moving-to-saskatchewan/immigrating-to-saskatchewan/saskatchewan-immigrant-nominee-program/applicants-with-saskatchewan-experience/agriculture-worker


QUEBEC

Quebec Immigration:
http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/

Quebec Foreign students stream for international students:
http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/immigrate-settle/students/index.html

http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/immigrate-settle/students/stay-quebec/application-csq/index.html

PEQ – Québec graduate – International students with Advanced Intermediate (B2) level French + graduating out of a recognized study program in Quebec = makes international students eligible for Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) -Then one can apply for PR – No job Offer Required – Perhaps the Easiest immigration route for international students. But, learning French can be a big challenge for many.
http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/immigrate-settle/students/stay-quebec/application-csq/students-peq/index.html

Regular selection program -Foreign Students in Quebec:
http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/immigrate-settle/students/stay-quebec/application-csq/students-quebec/index.html



Yukon Nominee Program (Foreign Workers):
Only with job offer, on a valid work permit
https://yukon.ca/en/doing-business/yukon-nominee-program-foreign-workers

The Northwest Territories (NWT) Nominee Program:
Job offer required on a valid work permit.
https://www.immigratenwt.ca/northwest-territories-living-here



****** All opinions (If) expressed are purely personal, and pieces of information mentioned and/or the links provided are to the best of my knowledge... You should always consult the official sites for latest updates.
 
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tiger007

Champion Member
Additional info Update May 2019:



NOC - National Occupational Classification (2016) of Canada:

http://noc.esdc.gc.ca/English/home.aspx



*** How to recognize NOC code of any occupation ***


The 4 Skill Levels, A to D, used in the NOC are identified by the second digit of the NOC code.


If 1st digit starts with 0 -- then it's managerial/management position. ----- SKILLED


If the 2nd digit is 0 or 1 - NOC A occupations ----- SKILLED


If the 2nd digit is 2 or 3 - NOC B occupations ----- SKILLED


If the 2nd digit is 4 or 5- NOC C occupations (Semi-Skilled)


If the 2nd digit is 6 or 7 - NOC D occupations (unskilled)


EXAMPLE :

NOC CODE: 7372 - NOC B. (Skilled)



Official Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website

(Formerly known as CIC - Citizenship and Immigration Canada)

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html



Official IRCC info on getting Study permit (student visa):

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit.html



For students from INDIA, applying for Canadian study permit through VFS:
http://www.vfsglobal.ca/canada/india/



To study in Quebec, one must additionally first apply for Québec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ):
http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/immigrate-settle/students/obtaining-authorizations/certificat-acceptation/index.html


Student work permits:

PGWP (Post Graduate Work Permit):
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/after-graduation/eligibility.html


Co-op permit:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/intern.html



Designated Learning Institutions:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/prepare/designated-learning-institutions-list.html


2014 - major changes in REGULATIONS REGARDING STUDY PERMIT:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/notices/notice-new-regulations-international-students-finalized.html



Information on Change of college or course:

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/change-schools.html

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=487&top=15)

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/change-schools/account.html



The paid services of professional ICCRC consultants
(Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council):

https://iccrc-crcic.ca/find-a-professional/
Always get references and check the reputation of professional ICCRC immigration consultants as there have been many cases , where international students were misguided and /or cheated even by some of the registered consultants.




****** All opinions (If) expressed are purely personal, and pieces of information mentioned and/or the links provided are to the best of my knowledge... You should always consult the official sites for latest updates.
 
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Dharmik989591

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May 31, 2019
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Hello,
Good afternoon
I want to know about immigration laws. I am currently in canada on visitor visa and i want transfer my visa in study permit. Is it possible? I take ielts from my home country. My score is Listening 6.0
Reading 6.0
Writing 5.5
Speaking 5.0
Can I apply in canada school like college or university. Is it possible apply in SPP college? If, yes so tell me some of college name i could apply. How much chances of my visa in this requirement.
 

Maxsharma12

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Jun 26, 2014
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Job Offer........
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Hello,
Good afternoon
I want to know about immigration laws. I am currently in canada on visitor visa and i want transfer my visa in study permit. Is it possible? I take ielts from my home country. My score is Listening 6.0
Reading 6.0
Writing 5.5
Speaking 5.0
Can I apply in canada school like college or university. Is it possible apply in SPP college? If, yes so tell me some of college name i could apply. How much chances of my visa in this requirement.

There is no such thing like transfer of visa.

You need to apply for a study permit.

Moreover, SPP has changed to be SDS.

In order to be eligible for SDS Canada, students will need to:

  • have the minimum-required IELTS level of English language ability of 6.0 in all sections (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) (So you need to improve your IELTS score.)
  • purchase of a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) of $10,000,
  • have been accepted by an eligible Post secondary Designated Learning Institute (DLI List)
  • tuition payment for the first year of study at a DLI in Canada,
  • From 30th April 2019, All students need to apply online to get a study permit through the SDS Stream. No paper applications under SDS.
  • completion of an upfront medical examination or can do it later on when requested.

Source: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=483&top=15
 

dconesoko

Full Member
Mar 28, 2019
26
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Hello, I recently submitted my study permit application. I am a recent graduate with bachelor's degree in petroleum. I gained admission for a master's degree in MUN. Whilst submitting I made a
grave mistake by leaving a claim that I had a best maths student award, which was a remnant of a friends CV in mine. Please I wanted to know if this shall amount in misrepresentation. Thank you.
 

Jonismash

Full Member
Jun 20, 2019
25
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Hi good evening all, I was wondering , can we apply for AIPP while still studying in a college?
Your reply is so appreciated. Thank you
 

Sumit2711

Newbie
Aug 25, 2018
5
1
Hello all.
My fiancee wants to go for a masters course in Jan or May session. I want to accompany her from the very first day.
Is it possible ? Kindly provide valuable your suggestions to do so..
Thanks in advance
 

aks_007

Newbie
Jul 11, 2019
1
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Hello All,

I am not sure if this is the right thread to ask my query. I wanted to understand based on the experience of members. I am looking to do my masters (MBA) from a private university in Canada. I am getting confusing reviews about the same from consultants here.

My profile:
Country : India.
Education : B.tech Computer (Bachelor 4 years)
Year Passed : 2006
Work exp: From 2006 till now. Total 13 years. Core IT all the time.
IELTS acdamic: LWRS : 8787 Total Bands 7.5.

Please let me know if it is possible to get Student Visa based on my profile above? Does study Gap can create issue even though i have work ex to show for all the years.

Regards
 
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Piecoco

Star Member
Jun 16, 2019
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Hello, I recently submitted my study permit application. I am a recent graduate with bachelor's degree in petroleum. I gained admission for a master's degree in MUN. Whilst submitting I made a
grave mistake by leaving a claim that I had a best maths student award, which was a remnant of a friends CV in mine. Please I wanted to know if this shall amount in misrepresentation. Thank you.
Your admission is for want sessions bro, winter or fall?
 

HopeTrust

Member
Jul 12, 2019
18
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16 Aug. 2019

I am searching for Canadian provinces where I can study and apply for a PR without a job offer. I came into this thread.

Tiger007 you mentioned that "
INTERNATIONAL WORKING GRADUATES
MANITOBA
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP):
http://www.immigratemanitoba.com/immigrate-to-manitoba/
International Student Working Graduates
http://www.immigratemanitoba.com/immigrate-to-manitoba/swm/swm-eligiblity/
(No Skilled job offer requirement. NOC -C / Semi skilled FT jobs also accepted)
NO SKILLED JOB OFFER REQUIREMENT NOC-C/SEMI SKILLED FT JOBS ALSO ACCEPTED

However, when I went to this link ( http://www.immigratemanitoba.com/immigrate-to-manitoba/swm/swm-eligiblity/)
under International Student Working Graduates one of the conditions states "You have been continuously working at least six months for the same employer who HAS OFFERED YOU A PERMANENT (LONG TERM) FULL TIME JOB. number 4 ( Note: numbering was done by me for easy identification). I am confuse. Please help. I need more clarification.

Thank you very very much


Conditions:
1. You attended an authorized education or training program at a public, or registered private vocational, post-secondary institution in Manitoba. (Language programs are specifically excluded.)
2.Your academic/vocational program was full-time and at least one academic year in duration.
3. You successfully completed your program and were awarded a diploma, degree or certificate.
4. You have been continuously working at least six months for the same employer who has offered you a permanent (long-term) full-time job.
5. You have a valid post-graduation work permit from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
6. Your connection to Manitoba through employment is stronger than ties you may have to another Canadian province.
7. You demonstrate in a Settlement Plan your intention and plan to live, work and establish your work and family life in Manitoba as a permanent resident.
8..You have all qualifications and the English or French language proficiency to fulfill the duties of your job. *


http://www.immigratemanitoba.com/immigrate-to-manitoba/swm/swm-eligiblity/
 

khuranasanket

Newbie
Aug 19, 2019
7
7
Applied on 24 July NON SDS
Biometrics completed on 26 July
Acknowledgement letter from Delhi Immigration office 7 August
Medical passed 13 August
Correspondence letter 19 August (11:54 PM)
Visa application approved (Original passport request) 19 August (1:12 AM)
 

hussaini syed

Newbie
Aug 26, 2019
1
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Sir I am pursuing masters in mathematics in India. I want to study in Canada (in Ontario province) in which course should I get admission and also scholarship.
Please help me to find appropriate university in Ontario province which offers me scholarship.
 

Sukhg55

Member
Sep 3, 2019
14
1
Hi
I want to know about work permit after study in canada

If i complete my 1 year pg course in canada & after that i take another 1 year course there
So i’ll complete 2 years of study in canada
On basis of this they give me 3 years work permit?
Or the rules changed ?
I heard from someone that if u have 1 year any pg course (also if u do 2 courses of 1 year) they only give youworl permit of 1 year?
Is it true?
Plz clearmy doubts