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Immigration to Canada has changed over the past two years as global travel restrictions presented significant challenges for approved permanent residents to land in Canada. But that doesn’t mean there are no pathways leading to fast Canadian PR.
While the FSW and FST draws have been put on hold, draws for permanent residency in Canada via Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) have continued at regular 2-week intervals.
Each province and territory operates its own Provincial Nominee Program, often with several diverse streams targeting specific groups. With over 80 PNPs currently available, if you are a skilled trade or career professional with experience in certain in-demand occupations, chances are there is a PNP that is just right for you.
But what PNP will get you to Canada the fastest? While processing times can vary, the following four Express Entry aligned PNPs are some of the most accessible routes to permanent residency in Canada.
Through the Alberta Express Entry stream, qualified applicants from the Federal Express Entry pool can be nominated by the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (formally the Alberta Nominee Immigrant Program) for permanent residency in Canada.
The AAIP is open to experienced professionals and international graduates who have the skills necessary to help boost economic development while increasing regional diversity. The program also includes a dedicated Accelerated Tech Pathway for workers in certain in-demand tech occupations.
Interested candidates must have an active Express Entry profile and have indicated an interest in living and working in Alberta. The AAIP has a minimum CRS cut-off score of 300 points. While not a requirement, having a job offer, family connection to the province, Canadian post-secondary educational credentials, or strong French language skills can increase your odds of being nominated.
Ontario welcomes more newcomers each year than any other Canadian province or territory. Nearly half of all new permanent residents admitted into Canada each year are in Ontario, and the Ontario Express Entry Human Capital Priorities Stream is a pillar of that success.
Operated through the Ontario Nominee Immigration Program (ONIP), the Ontario Express Entry Human Capital Priorities Stream actively scans Express Entry profiles of candidates that meet the unique needs of the Ontario labour market. Draws are sometimes made for specific NOC-listed occupations, and the required CRS varies. There are also tech-specific draws for individuals with in-demand tech experience.
Candidates who possess the skills and experience required to meet the minimum eligibility criteria for the program may be issued a Notification of Interest which is essentially an invitation to apply for permanent residency in Canada.
Saskatchewan is one of Canada’s fastest-growing economies largely thanks to high levels of immigration. The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) manages the International Skilled Worker program consisting of several subcategories including an Express Entry stream, Occupation In-Demand, and an Expression of Interest Stream.
The International Skilled Worker program is unique in that it operates both an Express Entry aligned stream and an Expression of Interest Stream where candidates can submit interest directly to the province. Additionally, subcategories within the Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker make it easy for candidates without a job offer and those who do not have a family connection to the province to benefit from a provincial nomination.
These are just a few of the ways to make Canada your new home without the wait. If you would like to explore your eligibility for one of these programs or any other immigration pathway we are here to help.