Several questions about the various PNP programs

[Carmageddon]

Hello everyone!
I am new to this forum, which is great

I've been reading a lot over the years, but recently realized, it is time to start acting, or it might never happen...
I've been delayed since in FSW they removed the IT and computer related professions out of the 38 list, so in the meanwhile I am studying to finish a 3 year degree. (I do work and have work experience already).

I am 27 and have approximately 2 and half years left to study to finish the degree.
My English proficiency is as close to native as one can get without living in a natively speaking English country.

Now, I started to wonder, isn't it time to begin submitting applications? as processing time should have them finish processing about the time I graduate.
I have begun looking more into Provincial programs this week, since Federal has little hopes for me it seems (I also like rural areas and not urban anyway).
I do have relatives in the GTA as well (extra 5 points in Federal score test).

What do you think guys? what is best for me to look at? considering my profession and experience.
How long processing would take?


Thanks!

 

[Carmageddon]

Bump... please some advice regarding my options on PNP!

Additional info: I am working in Software Development.

 

[scylla]

I think your questions are a bit too broad and that's why no one has responded.

Have you researched the various provincial nominee programs to see which ones you might qualify for? If not, then I would suggest you start with that:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/provincial/apply-who.asp

Once you've read up on the programs and determined which ones you think you qualify for, then definitely come back here with any specific questions you may have about any of the provincial streams.