How to get PR in Canada

 To get Permanent Residency (PR) in Canada, you can apply through several immigration pathways. Here’s a breakdown of the most common and effective routes:

1. Express Entry (for skilled workers)

Best if you have good education, English/French skills, and work experience.

Steps:

• Create an Express Entry profile at Canada.ca
• Get your Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)
• Take a language test (IELTS/CELPIP for English, TEF for French)
• Get a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score
• If you score high, you may get an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for PR

Programs under Express Entry:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
• Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)

2. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

For those who want to live in a specific province.

• Apply through a province (like Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan)
• If nominated, you get extra points for Express Entry
• Or, you can apply for PR directly with a provincial nomination

3. Atlantic Immigration Program

If you work or study in Atlantic Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, Newfoundland).

• Get a job offer from a designated employer
• Apply with support from the employer

4. PR through Work Experience

If you have Canadian work experience (e.g. 1 year in a full-time skilled job), you may be eligible under:

• Canadian Experience Class (CEC) – via Express Entry
• Agri-Food Pilot / Truck Driver Pilot / Caregiver Pilot – based on specific jobs
• Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) – for smaller towns

5. PR through Family Sponsorship

If you have a spouse, common-law partner, or parent/child who is a Canadian citizen or PR.

• Your relative sponsors you for PR
• You must meet basic health, criminal background checks, and relationship proof

6. PR for International Students

If you studied in Canada and gained work experience:

• Get a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
• Work for 1+ year in a skilled job
• Apply under Canadian Experience Class or PNP

Documents You’ll Usually Need:

• Passport
• ECA (Education assessment)
• Language test results (IELTS/CELPIP)
• Proof of work experience
• Police clearance certificate
• Medical exam results
• Proof of funds (unless exempt)