Jul 19, 2017 | Blog, Immigrate to Canada, Immigration, In the News, Permanent Residency, Skilled Workers, Spousal Sponsorship, Student Visas, Work Permits, Working In Canada
There are many reasons why a person would choose to immigrate to Canada. Some people immigrate in hopes of living a better life and/or to give their children opportunities that may not be so readily available in their country. Some people immigrate because they live in a war-torn country and they fear for their safety and that of their family. Others have family already in Canada and they want to be close to them. Some people choose to immigrate to Canada with their spouse or partner. This process is called Spousal Sponsorship. Then there are those who come to Canada to gain valuable education and/or work experience.
When it comes to quality of life, Canada has most other countries beat. In fact, Canada was ranked #2 best country in the world and #1 in education. Just to compare, the US was ranked 7th best country and 7th in education. Canadians are also “the 6th happiest people in the world, while Americans lag behind at 13th.” And there is a reason why Canadians are so happy. They have universal healthcare, for one. And, relative to other countries, Canada has easier access to education / cheaper degrees, higher press freedom, higher economic freedom, and better prison and justice systems. Canadians also live longer, work less hours, take more days off, and earn more money than Americans. Wow. It’s true. The American dream has moved north.
Let’s talk about immigration policy. The main issue to consider here is that Canadian provinces, unlike US states, have the ability to set immigration policy. Immigration in Canada is a joint effort between the federal and provincial governments. Canada has a program called the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), which allows provinces to choose who they bring in based on economic need. The PNP helps individuals and their families to apply for permanent residence based on set criteria developed by the individual provinces. This is good both for the immigrant, whose application for PR is fast-tracked by a provincial nomination, and for the province, as they are able to bring in workers to meet labor market demand. While many of Canada’s immigration programs focus on skilled worker immigration, the PNP allows provinces to select workers in any occupation, including low or no-skilled occupations, to meet the labor demands of the province. So, if you find yourself to not be eligible for any other economic immigration program, you may find success in one of the Provincial Nominee Programs.
Overall, Canada’s immigration policy is far superior to that of the United States. Canada welcomes immigrants based on merit, which means that individuals who receive permanent residence in Canada are typically well educated and highly skilled. Immigration to Canada is also easier and faster than US immigration for many people. So, if you are a young professional looking for better opportunities in a beautiful country, Canada might just be the best place to go. Or if you are a businessman or woman looking to expand your business or set up a new business, Canada is a great place to do this. Whatever your reasons are, our team of qualified immigration consultants can assist you with all of your immigration needs. To start, take our free online assessment and find out if you qualify for one of Canada’s many immigration programs. If you have any immigration questions, contact us for a consultation today.
May 17, 2017 | Blog, Citizenship, Family Immigration, Featured, Immigrate to Canada, Immigration, In the News, Permanent Residency, Spousal Sponsorship, Student Visas, Temporary Foreign Workers, Tourist Visas, Work Permits, Working In Canada
According to a U.S. News study, Canada was ranked the second best country in the world in 2017. U.S. News partnered with Y&R’s BAV and Wharton to rank 80 countries, based on several attributes, divided into nine (9) sub-rankings:
- Adventure (friendly, fun, pleasant climate, scenic, and sexy);
- Citizenship (cares about human rights, cares about the environment, gender equality, progressive, religious freedom, respects property rights, trustworthy and well-distributed political power);
- Cultural Influence (culturally significant in terms of entertainment, fashionable, happy, has an influential culture, modern, prestigious and trendy);
- Entrepreneurship (connected to the rest of the world, educated population, entrepreneurial, innovative, provides easy access to capital, skilled labor force, technological expertise, transparent business practices, well-developed infrastructure and well-developed legal framework):
- Heritage (culturally accessible, has a rich history, has good food and many cultural attractions);
- Movers (different, distinctive, dynamic and unique):
- Open for Business (bureaucratic, cheap manufacturing costs, corrupt, favorable tax environment and transparent government practices);
- Power (a leader, economically influential, politically influential, strong international alliances and strong military alliances); and
- Quality of Life (affordable, a good job market, economically stable, family friendly, income equality, politically stable, safe, well-developed public education system and well-developed public health system).
Coming in as the second best country overall after Switzerland, Canada was also ranked #1 in the Quality of Life sub-category and 4th in the Citizenship sub-category. With a great public health care system and strong education system, as well as being a safe and family-friendly country; Canadians can boast a high quality of life. Canada is also known for being welcoming to immigrants and accepting of the diverse cultures of all their citizens. Canada is a land of opportunities for many foreign nationals as well as a safe haven for refugees. It might even be said that the American Dream is currently alive in Canada. In fact, the United States ranked 7th overall behind the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Sweden (ranked 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th, respectively). Canada also ranked second best country overall in the same survey done in 2016 (behind Germany) as well as #1 in Quality of Life and #2 in Citizenship.
In addition to the above-mentioned categories, Canada also ranked number one for Best Countries for Education, well above the United States (which ranked 7th). Canada secured this #1 spot because of its highly developed public education system and quality universities. All in all we can say that Canada is a wonderful place to live. No matter where in the world you come from, what your beliefs are, and what your future goals look like, Canada and its occupants welcome you with open arms.
Are you interested in exploring this beautiful country? There are so many opportunities for individuals and families looking to study, work, and live in Canada. Our team of experienced immigration consultants is here to help you achieve your dream. Maybe you want to come for a visit to see the sights or to visit family. Perhaps you are looking for temporary status that allows you to work and /or study in Canada. Even if you are seeking a more long-term status, we can help. Canada places much value on the reunification of families. So if you have family members living in Canada, we can help with Family Sponsorship applications, including Spousal Sponsorship. From visitor visas to permanent residence to citizenship, our team can help you choose the best program to fit your needs. To get started, take our free online assessment or contact us today. We would gladly answer all of your questions and discuss your options for Canada immigration.
Oct 19, 2011 | How to find Employment, Immigrate to Canada, In the News
In a recent article posted on the MarketWatch section of the online edition of the Wall Street Journal, Bill Mann discusses how the current economic state of Canada is attractive to Americans and American workers.
According to the Globe and Mail, Canadian immigration lawyers are reporting a dramatic increase of calls from Americans looking to move to Canada.
Statistically, a record number of Americans had applied for temporary work visas last year, as demonstrated by the latest Immigration Canada statistics, largely driven by the contrasting health of the two countries’ labor markets.
Take into consideration that the jobless rate in the U.S. is 9.1% while in Canada it is 6.3%.
Other factors that are attracting American immigration aside from work opportunities include affordable healthcare, a stronger banking system and a stable housing market.
At the immigration consulting firm of Can-Am Immigration, our experienced team has helped many individuals with their immigration needs. We specialize in immigration to Canada. We are experienced with helping people complete the necessary documentation and gain the knowledge needed in order to immigrate. We help families and individuals. We help those looking to work in Canada, study in Canada and those looking to sponsor family members.
Contact us today for a consultation. We also provide Facebook consultations.
Sep 8, 2011 | How to find Employment, Immigrate to Canada, In the News
Normally you would hear of people fleeing to America. Blame it on the melting American economy, but now you hearing of people heading to work in Canada.
The unstable U.S economy is driving an increased number of Americans to search for better employment opportunities up north. Citizenship & Immigration Canada say that the number of Americans entering Canada as foreign workers has doubled between 2008 and 2010.
On Thursday, U.S. President Barack Obama will unveil a plan to reduce the unemployment rate across the country. A stimulus that will include, money to refurbish schools and provide state aid for teachers and first responders, and tax incentives for small businesses to hire the long-term unemployed and military veterans, which to me is basically another gamble with $445 billion dollars that can only increase what is already a sky-high U.S debt.
Canada was lucky to have escaped the economic meltdown, and that is primarily due to Ottawa who was committed to refusing deregulation of the banking sector.
Immigration lawyers and consultants working in the Windsor-Detroit area are claiming an increase of business from American clients who have secured job offers in Canada and are applying for work permit and permanent residency.
Americans make up the second-largest group of foreign workers in Canada, behind Filipinos, most of who are nannies and caregivers. But there isn’t just an increase in American foreign workers; we are seeing a greater number of American students coming to learn in Canadian post-secondary institutions.
Even tuition, at 3 or 4 times the rate for Canadian students, American students are choosing Canadian schools for financial reasons, they are still a fraction of the cost of the majority of U.S. post-secondary institutions.
Although there are many traveling to Canada for work, there are those Americans who have been unemployed since 2008 and are still hoping that they can find a Canadian employer who will sponsor them. Many of these people find themselves stuck with the most common dilemma: in order to get a work visa, you must have a job offer. But in order to get a job offer, you need a work visa.
In Canada, to apply for a work permit (work visa), foreign workers must first secure a job offer from a Canadian employer. Once a job offer has been presented, Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) will make the determination of whether a visa should be issued or not.
