These are programs for skilled workers who have Canadian or foreign labour experience and would like to become permanent residents.

The applications are made thru express entry but under each one of their categories. You must demonstrate that you performed the activities on the occupational description in the NOC (National Occupational Classification). The Canadian government choose skilled workers based on their ability and skills to contribute to Canada’s economy.

In addition to that provinces and territories can also recruit candidates from express entry, invite them to apply through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) meeting local labor market from each territory.

There is province which is Quebec, that has its own conditions for the Quebec-Selected Skilled workers, the application process is made directly with the province and is for  Skilled workers who want to settle and become permanent residents of Canada but living in Quebec.

The Family Sponsorship program is made for relatives that would like to become permanent residents.

The main sponsor should be Canadian Citizen and be financial stable to support their relatives by the time they get in Canada.

Refugee program is applied just for people who have fled their countries because of a well-grounded fear of persecution and are not able to return home, experiencing many horrors.

Is not an immigrant, because this person doesn’t choose to settle in another country.

Caregiver is a limited time pathway to permanent residence for qualifying in-home caregivers and their families.

You should have work experience in Canada as a home childcare provider or home support worker, and you may be able to apply for permanent residence.