CANADA
Canada ranks among the most sought-after destinations for those seeking to migrate and enjoy a contented life. Encompassing a vast expanse of 9.98 million square kilometers (3.85 million square miles), Canada stands as the world’s second-largest country by land area. Boasting the 17th highest nominal per capita income globally and securing the 13th position in the Human Development Index, Canada is endowed with abundant natural resources and maintains a well-established international trade network, creating promising opportunities for businesses. Despite its immense size, the country maintains a relatively low population, making it an ideal choice for skilled professionals to plan their future.
Prospective immigrants meeting the eligibility criteria have the opportunity to apply for permanent residency in this remarkable nation through different immigration pathways. This journey unfolds in a structured sequence, including eligibility assessment, document submission, language proficiency evaluation, and the creation of an Express Entry profile. Among the numerous routes to immigrate to Canada, the most widely recognized options are the Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs.
At ABMS, we gain firsthand insight into the role of a Canada immigration consultant operating in India. We take pride in our exceptional team of highly qualified and experienced immigration consultants who are wholeheartedly committed to ensuring a seamless, stress-free, and simplified process for you.
Federal Skilled Worker (Express Entry)
The Canadian government introduced the Express Entry Immigration system as part of the Economic Class, which includes the Federal Skilled Worker Program, commencing on January 1, 2015.
Under the Express Entry system, individuals who qualify as Federal Skilled Workers in various eligible occupations and meet the minimum entry requirements can submit an expression of interest profile to the Express Entry Pool. These profiles are then ranked using the Comprehensive Ranking System, with the highest-ranking candidates being considered for an invitation to apply for permanent residence. Those receiving an invitation must submit a complete application within a 60-day timeframe.
Federal Skilled Workers are individuals with suitable education, work experience, age, and language proficiency in one of Canada’s official languages. They are selected under the Express Entry Immigration system to apply for permanent residence.
To be eligible for admission to the Express Entry Pool as a Federal Skilled Worker, applicants must meet the following criteria:
1. Possess at least one year of continuous full-time paid work experience, or the equivalent in part-time continuous employment, within the past 10 years in one of the 347 eligible occupations listed in the National Occupational Classification system.
2. The work experience must fall under Skill Type 0 (Managerial Occupations), Skill Level A (Professional Occupations), or Skill Level B (Technical Occupations and Skilled Trades) as defined by the National Occupational Classification system.
3. Score enough points under the skilled worker point grid, which comprises six selection factors. The current pass mark is set at 67 points.
4. Complete a skills assessment by the designated Australian assessing authority responsible for evaluating qualifications required for your nominated occupation.
5. Undergo language testing through a recognized third-party agency and demonstrate intermediate-level language skills in English or French, corresponding to the Canadian Language Benchmark of 7.
6. Successfully pass a security background check and medical examination.
7. Possess adequate settlement funds to support your transition to Canada.
Provincial Nomination Program
The Provincial Nomination Program is for those who:
- Have the skills, education, and work experience to contribute to the economy of a specific province or territory.
- Want to live in that province and want to become a permanent resident of Canada.
- Each province and territory has its own various streams and requirements for skilled professionals, semi-skilled workers, and businessmen.
- You apply to the province or territory for nomination.
- You need to meet the eligibility requirements of the province that nominates you.
- You create an Express Entry profile and show the provinces and territories you’re interested in.
- Once you have been nominated, you submit an application for permanent residence to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada.
- If a province or territory sends you a “notification of interest” to your account, you move to the next step of the process.
- You have to pass a medical exam and get a police check (certificate). Everyone must have these checks, no matter where you plan to live in Canada.
Active PNP Programs:
- Ontario
- Alberta
- New Brunswick
- Nova Scotia
- Prince Edward Island
- Saskatchewan
The criteria by province and territory vary and can change without notice.
Education Credential Assessment (ECA)
Submit complete documents required for the client’s Educational Credential Assessment (ECA), with the Company within 15 days of the signing of this contract.
The Client will ensure that their educational credentials are recognized by the government of the country where the institution is located.
The Company will not be responsible for an incorrect assessment if the Client does not disclose that their credentials are from an unrecognized institution or if the client has credentials that are found to be fraudulent.
The company will not be responsible for any delay in process or change in procedures by the ECA body.
As the ECA assessment is done by a third party, the Client’s educational experience, and the procedure to determine its equivalency to Canadian standards is treated as an independent process.
The Company shall not be responsible if the Immigrant application cannot be presented due to unverifiable credentials, insufficient credentials, or a lack of points based on the credential assessment.
English / French Proficiency Tests
The Client must attain high proficiency in all four areas in the language test to qualify for the FSWP. The minimum requirement is 6 bands in each module or Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB – 7).
Even if the Client meets CLB – 7, they must still earn an overall score high enough to reach 67 points, which is the minimum point requirement to qualify for the FSWP.
The Company shall not be responsible in any manner whatsoever if the Immigration application cannot be submitted because the Client scores below CLB 7(L-6.R-6, W-6, S-6) or falls short of the required 67 points based on language proficiency test results.
To increase the Probability of invitation, the client should try to score CLB9 (L-8, R-7, W-7, S-7) bands in the respective module.Submit your IELTS/CELPIP/TEF score card within 120 days of the signing of this agreement.
