The Qualifications Necessary For Immigration To Canada

By Ida Dorsey


During periods of political upheaval in the United States many people become so disenchanted with the system that they vow to move to Canada. The country has a reputation for being one of the best in the world for political, economic and social stability, and seems an ideal refuge from the harsher political environment directly to the south. Immigration to Canada is an exciting prospect, but the reality involves a lengthy process.

Canada encounters different immigration issues than the United States. There are few seasonal migrations, and no uncontrollable flow of Central or South Americans seeking a safer place to live. It openly encourages American citizens to apply for permanent residency as long as they can meet the standards for acceptance. Those benchmarks include the level of education completed, work experience, and bilingual capabilities.

It is impossible to simply complete an application and then be granted citizenship with the rights and privileges it encompasses. A potential new citizen must be a resident for at least 1095 days, or an equal total of three years out of four, before that status will be considered. Those who qualify usually do so within the economic stream of migration that welcomes both business and skilled worker categories.

Officials use a system of scoring awarded points for accomplishments. The number needed to qualify has been reduced to allow more workers in, but most of the spots are still granted to those holding degrees in higher education, and most refusals involve people with no university education. There are separate evaluations for those without advanced degrees who nonetheless have valuable work experiences.

Actual experience is also important when considering applicants, and experience in management and professional roles is preferred. Skilled workers include dentists and social workers, as well as industrial technicians and architects. He list of qualifying jobs is quite long, and is most remarkable because it does not include many occupations requiring little or no formal education.

In the United States, being bilingual is controversial and resisted by a population that mistrusts other cultures. A permanent move to Canada requires a high level of proficiency in both French and English as a prerequisite. Applicants receive a certain number of points for their ability to easily communicate in their primary language, and must also attain high levels of reading, writing, speaking and comprehension when using the second.

People seeking to apply for citizenship status must already be permanent residents. There can be no pending negative reviews related to fraud or criminal offense. People on probation or parole are automatically rejected, as well as those under official removal orders. Applicants must become familiar with Canadian history, national institutions and customs, and the responsibilities that citizenship bestows.

Beginning the process involves completing an application to become a permanent resident. This can be accomplished online or using traditional forms, which must be completed fully or they will be rejected. Citizenship application becomes possible after three years, but is not required. Some immigrants prefer to establish dual citizenship. In the past, most Americans who qualify have been admitted.




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