Permanent Residency Programs

Contact Info

Westmount 107, Suite 206c, 12227 107 Ave NW, Edmonton,

Alberta, Canada T5M 1Y9


+1-780-935-6728


info@onefilevisa.ca


RCIC: R509833

Express Entry Program

Express Entry is an online point system designed for Skilled Workers to be able to apply as Permanent Residents.


There are Three Categories Under this Program

Federal Skilled Worker Program

To qualify under this program, you must have:


  • At least One (1) Year of Continuous work experience (in Canada or other Countries) within the last ten years. A combination of part-time, full-time or more than one job in your primary occupation).
  • Your work experience should be in one of these NOC O (Management jobs), A (Professional Jobs) or B (Technical Jobs or Skilled Trades)
  • You must have a minimum of CLB 7 in English or French Language Skills.
  • A minimum of Secondary education is required.
  • A job offer is not required but an advantage as you can get additional selection criteria points.

In addition, the applicant must also prove that they have reached the minimum selection factor score, which is 67 out of a possible 100 points.


The Six Selection Factors:

Selection Factor #1 – Language –maximum of 28 points (English/French).


View our Point table here>>



Selection Factor #2 – Education –maximum of 25 points.

The credential must be completed in full and is based on the highest level of education that the applicant achieved. It can be from Canada or anywhere in the world. Make sure the ECA report is from an approved provider. Points will only be awarded for the highest level credential the client can prove (except for the two or more education credentials for 22 points)


  • 5 points – secondary school (high school)
  • 15 points – 1-year post-secondary diploma/certificate
  • 19 points – 2-year post-secondary diploma/certificate (can also be called an Associate’s Degree)
  • 21 points – post-secondary diploma/certificate or degree of at least three years in length (usually a Bachelor’s Degree)
  • 22 points – 2 or more post-secondary credentials where at least one of these credentials was a minimum of 3 years in length (considered a Bachelor’s Degree)
  • 23 points – Master’s level credential or professional degree for certain degrees at an entry-to-practice level of a Skill Level A occupation where licensing to practice in Canada is required. Not all Professional degrees meet this requirement. A Canadian license to practice in the profession is NOT required to receive points. But if they want to practice in Canada in their profession, they will need to go through the specified professional body and should contact the body to discuss the pathway
  • 25 points – Doctorate level degree (PhD)

 


Selection Factor #3 – Work Experience –maximum of 15 points.

Paid, full-time (atleast 30 hours a week or an equal amount of part-time 15 hours per week for 24 months) work within the last 10 years that is Skill Level 0, A or B. Any skill level 0, A or B paid work within the last 10 years counts, including self-employment (inside AND outside Canada) and work as a student (so long as it is considered skilled work) done anywhere in the world.


  • Experience: 1 year
  • Points: 9 out of Maximum 15 points

  • Experience: 2-3 years
  • Points: 11 out of Maximum 15 points

  • Experience: 4-5 years
  • Points: 13 out of Maximum 15 points

  • Experience: 6 or more years
  • Points: 15 out of Maximum 15 points

Selection Factor #4 – Age –maximum of 12 points.

Applicants between the ages of 18 and 35 years old receive 12 points. Points go down every year after that until the age of 47 with 0 points awarded in this factor.


Selection Factor #5 – Arranged Employment –maximum of 10 points.

The offer of employment must be “continuous”, “full-time” and “for at least one year”. The applicant must get the job offer before applying to come to Canada as a Federal Skilled Worker.

The applicant be able to do the job being offered to you and be able to become licensed or certified when in Canada (if the occupation is regulated in Canada)


Selection Factor #6 – Adaptability –maximum of 10 points.


  • 5 points – CLB level 4 in all language abilities in either French or English for an accompanying spouse or partner.
  • 5 points – Canadian credential of at least two academic years.
  • 5 points – For a spouse or partner who completed a Canadian credential of 2 full academic years if they are accompanying.
  • 10 points –1 year of full time work experience in Canada at Skill level 0, A or B.
  • 5 points – Spouse has 1 year of paid full time work in Canada (skilled level or not) with proper authorization for an accompanying spouse of partner.
  • 5 points –Arranged Employment
  • 5 points – Relative or of an accompanying Spouse/Partner who currently lives in Canada, is a citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Eligible relatives at least 18 years old (parent, brother or sister, grandparent, child, grandchild, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew at least 18 years old.


Provincial Nominee Program

Each Province has its own immigration streams and requirements.


  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nova Scotia
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

The candidate must have the intent and ability to become economically established in the province of application. There are two ways to apply:


1. Express Entry system– The candidate must meet the minimum Federal Skilled Worker Class, Federal Skilled Worker Class or Canadian Experience Class requirements. All candidates must have an official language test.


Option 1:


  • Candidate applies directly to PNP through the Province’s Express Entry Stream
  • Candidates receives a PNP nomination
  • Candidates creates an Express Entry Profile and includes the PNP nomination or update the existing Express Entry Profile.
  • Candidates receives an ITA (Invitation to Apply) and submits PR application online within 60 days.

Option 2:


  • Candidates creates an Express Entry Profile.
  • When selected by the Province, the candidate receives a (NOI) notification of interest.
  • Candidates apply directly to PNP through their Express Entry Stream.
  • Candidates receive a PNP nomination.
  • Candidates receive an ITA (Invitation to Apply) and need to submit the PR application online within 60 days.

2. Non- Express Entry system (paper-based application)


  • The candidate applies directly to the PNP by submitting the EOI (Expression of Interest) under the non-Express Entry stream.
  • When selected, PNP sends a nomination letter to the candidate and to the visa office.
  • The candidate submits a paper application for a Permanent Residency to IRCC (Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada).

Federal Skilled Trades Program

To qualify under this program, you must have acquired a minimum of two years within the last five years (either combination of full-time or part-time work) of Skilled Trades (NOC B) work experience specified below in Canada or in any other countries. You must have a minimum of CLB 5 for Speaking and listening and CLB 4 for reading and writing. You must have a valid job offer or full-time employment for a period of at least one year OR a certificate of qualification in that skilled trade issued by a Canadian provincial, territorial or federal authority. Education is not required to be eligible.


  • Major Group 72, industrial, electrical and construction trades
  • Major Group 73, maintenance and equipment operation trades
  • Major Group 82, supervisors and technical jobs in natural resources, agriculture and related production
  • Major Group 92, processing, manufacturing and utilities supervisors and central control operators
  • Minor Group 632, chefs and cooks
  • Minor Group 633, butchers and bakers

What is NOC?

The government of Canada uses the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system to classify jobs (occupations). Jobs are grouped based on the type of job duties and work a person does


For immigration purposes, the main job groups are:


Skill Type 0 (zero): management jobs, such as:


  • restaurant managers
  • cleaning service general manager
  • advertising agency president

Skill Level A: professional jobs that usually call for a degree from a university, such as:


  • human resources professionals
  • dentists
  • registered nurses

Skill Level B: technical jobs and skilled trades that usually call for a college diploma or training as an apprentice, such as:


  • welders
  • plumbers
  • food service supervisor

Skill Level C: intermediate jobs that usually call for high school and/or job-specific training, such as:


  • industrial butchers
  • long-haul truck drivers
  • food and beverage servers

Skill Level D: labour jobs that usually give on-the-job training, such as:


  • fruit pickers
  • cleaning staff
  • oil field workers

Canada’s immigration programs use the NOC to decide if a job or type of work experience meets their eligibility. The program considers “skilled” jobs those with NOC Skill Type 0, A or B.


Provincial Nominee Program

Each Province has its own immigration streams and requirements.


  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nova Scotia
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

The candidate must have the intent and ability to become economically established in the province of application. There are two ways to apply:


1. Express Entry system– The candidate must meet the minimum Federal Skilled Worker Class, Federal Skilled Worker Class or Canadian Experience Class requirements. All candidates must have an official language test.


Option 1:


  • Candidate applies directly to PNP through the Province’s Express Entry Stream
  • Candidates receives a PNP nomination
  • Candidates creates an Express Entry Profile and includes the PNP nomination or update the existing Express Entry Profile.
  • Candidates receives an ITA (Invitation to Apply) and submits PR application online within 60 days.

Option 2:


  • Candidates creates an Express Entry Profile.
  • When selected by the Province, the candidate receives a (NOI) notification of interest.
  • Candidates apply directly to PNP through their Express Entry Stream.
  • Candidates receive a PNP nomination.
  • Candidates receive an ITA (Invitation to Apply) and need to submit the PR application online within 60 days.

2. Non- Express Entry system (paper-based application)


  • The candidate applies directly to the PNP by submitting the EOI (Expression of Interest) under the non-Express Entry stream.
  • When selected, PNP sends a nomination letter to the candidate and to the visa office.
  • The candidate submits a paper application for a Permanent Residency to IRCC (Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada).

Canadian Experience Class

You must have at least one year in the last 3 years of Skilled Work Experience in Canada (NOC 0, A, B) either combination of full-time of part-time work to qualify for this program. The language skills required is CLB 7 if your NOC is 0 or A and CLB 5 if your NOC is B. Education is not required to be eligible.


What is NOC?

The government of Canada uses the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system to classify jobs (occupations). Jobs are grouped based on the type of job duties and work a person does


For immigration purposes, the main job groups are:


Skill Type 0 (zero): management jobs, such as:


  • restaurant managers
  • cleaning service general manager
  • advertising agency president

Skill Level A: professional jobs that usually call for a degree from a university, such as:


  • human resources professionals
  • dentists
  • registered nurses

Skill Level B: technical jobs and skilled trades that usually call for a college diploma or training as an apprentice, such as:


  • welders
  • plumbers
  • food service supervisor

Skill Level C: intermediate jobs that usually call for high school and/or job-specific training, such as:


  • industrial butchers
  • long-haul truck drivers
  • food and beverage servers

Skill Level D: labour jobs that usually give on-the-job training, such as:


  • fruit pickers
  • cleaning staff
  • oil field workers

Canada’s immigration programs use the NOC to decide if a job or type of work experience meets their eligibility. The program considers “skilled” jobs those with NOC Skill Type 0, A or B.


Provincial Nominee Program

Each Province has its own immigration streams and requirements.


  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nova Scotia
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

The candidate must have the intent and ability to become economically established in the province of application. There are two ways to apply:


1. Express Entry system– The candidate must meet the minimum Federal Skilled Worker Class, Federal Skilled Worker Class or Canadian Experience Class requirements. All candidates must have an official language test.


Option 1:


  • Candidate applies directly to PNP through the Province’s Express Entry Stream
  • Candidates receives a PNP nomination
  • Candidates creates an Express Entry Profile and includes the PNP nomination or update the existing Express Entry Profile.
  • Candidates receives an ITA (Invitation to Apply) and submits PR application online within 60 days.

Option 2:


  • Candidates creates an Express Entry Profile.
  • When selected by the Province, the candidate receives a (NOI) notification of interest.
  • Candidates apply directly to PNP through their Express Entry Stream.
  • Candidates receive a PNP nomination.
  • Candidates receive an ITA (Invitation to Apply) and need to submit the PR application online within 60 days.

2. Non- Express Entry system (paper-based application)


  • The candidate applies directly to the PNP by submitting the EOI (Expression of Interest) under the non-Express Entry stream.
  • When selected, PNP sends a nomination letter to the candidate and to the visa office.
  • The candidate submits a paper application for a Permanent Residency to IRCC (Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada).

Contact Info

Westmount 107, Suite 206c, 12227 107 Ave NW, Edmonton,

Alberta, Canada T5M 1Y9


+1-780-935-6728


info@onefilevisa.ca


RCIC: R509833

Caregiver Program | Home Childcare Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot

This 5-year Pilot Program which started on June 18, 2019 let qualified caregivers and their family members come to Canada with the goal of becoming permanent residents.


Applicants may apply for an occupation-restricted Open Work Permit to work in Canada and gain at least 24 months of work experience to qualify for permanent residence.


Eligibility and Requirements for Caregiver Applicants:


  • Has a Job Offer of Home Child Care Provider (NOC 4411) or Home Support Worker (NOC 4412) excluding housekeepers in Canada
  • Ability to perform the work as a Home Childcare Provider or Home Support Worker
  • Meets Canadian Language Benchmark of CLB 5
  • Allowed to enter Canada
  • To be able to apply for a Permanent Residence under this Pilot, applicant should have a 1-year Canadian Post Secondary credential or foreign equivalent


For more information or if you are interested applying as a Home Childcare or Home Support Worker in Canada contact us at info@onefilevisa.ca

Contact Info

Westmount 107, Suite 206c, 12227 107 Ave NW, Edmonton,

Alberta, Canada T5M 1Y9


+1-780-935-6728


info@onefilevisa.ca


RCIC: R509833

Family Sponsorship | Spouse/Partner and Dependent Children

To be eligible Sponsors must:



  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident;
  • Be at least 18 years old;
  • Reside in Canada of if the sponsor is a Canadian citizen living outside Canada, must prove an intent to live in Canada when the persons you want to sponsor become permanent residents.
  • Not be subject to sponsorship bars it means the person was sponsored by a spouse or partner and became a permanent resident less than 5 years ago and are still financially responsible for a previous spouse or partner who was sponsored. This means you are still bound by the 3 year undertaking to take care of this person.
  • You’re able to prove that you’re not receiving social assistance for reasons other than a disability
  • you can provide for the basic needs of any persons you want to sponsor
  • File an application to sponsor a member of the family class or a member of the spouse or common law partner in Canada class


You may not be eligible to sponsor your spouse, partner or child if you:


  • you have already applied to sponsor the spouse, parent or child you are currently seeking to sponsor and a decision on that application hasn’t been made
  • are in jail, prison, or a penitentiary
  • didn’t pay back an immigration loan, a performance bond or court-ordered family support payments such as alimony or child support (not applicable if you live in Quebec)
  • didn’t give the financial support you agreed to when you signed a sponsorship agreement to sponsor someone else in the past (not applicable if you live in Quebec)
  • declared bankruptcy and are not discharged (not applicable if you live in Quebec)
  • receive social assistance for a reason other than a disability
  • you were convicted of attempting, threatening to commit or committing a violent criminal offence, any offence against a relative or any sexual offence inside or outside Canada
  • can’t legally stay in Canada and must leave the country because you received a Removal Order

Who can you sponsor?

Spouse – a person has to be legally married to a sponsor. The marriage should be valid under the laws of the country where it took place and under Canadian law. Any divorce that is obtained by the sponsor or the person concerned must be valid in the country where it was obtained and would also need to be recognized in Canada. The spouse must be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of the application.


Common-Law Partner is someone with whom a sponsor has cohabited in a conjugal relationship for at least one continuous year.


Conjugal Partner is someone residing outside Canada who has been in a conjugal relationship with the sponsor for at least one year. This is a specific category of applicants who otherwise do not qualify to immigrate as spouses or common-law partners because of a certain impediment to marriage or residency. The lack of cohabitation is usually the result of an immigration hindrance.


Examples of Documentary Evidences to Prove the Relationship:


  • Joint ownership of residential property or joint residential leases or joint rental agreements listing both partners; proof of joint utility accounts (electricity, gas, telephone); copies of government-issued identification documents: driver’s licenses, insurance policies etc.
  • Statutory declarations or letters of support from friends and family members confirming co-habitation and conjugal relationship;
  • Documents from other institutions or government authorities, such as the Canada Revenue Agency, indicating marital or common-law status;
  • Photos of the couple together at various stages of the relationship;
  • Proof of jointly-owned assets or joint bank and credit card accounts;
  • Copies of phone bills, e-mails, online chat records, online communication;
  • Proof of money transfers;
  • Social media accounts show that the relationship is public
  • Proof of travel (flights itineraries, tickets, boarding passes, etc.)

Dependent children


Children qualify as dependants if they’re under 22 years old and they don’t have a spouse or common law partner.


Children 22 years old or older qualify as dependants if they are unable to financially support themselves because of a mental or physical condition and they have depended on their parents for financial support since before the age of 22.


Dependent child must remain single at the time of visa issuance and at the time they present themselves at the border for “landing” in order to become a permanent resident.


Orphaned Family Member


A person who is under 18 years of age and whose parents are both deceased, may be sponsored as a member of the Family Class, provided that he/she is single and is a sibling, nephew/niece or grandchild or the sponsor.


Lonely Canadian


A person may be eligible to sponsor any relative (related by blood or adoption) regardless of age, if a sponsor does not have any of the below-mentioned relatives in Canada, who are either citizens or permanent residents:


  • Spouse/common-law partner
  • Child
  • Parent
  • Sibling
  • Niece/nephew
  • Grandparent
  • Aunt/uncle

In addition, a sponsor should not have any member of the Family Class, who could be sponsored, living outside of Canada.

Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship

The Parents and Grandparents Program opens once a year. It lets citizens and permanent residents of Canada  sponsor their parents and grandparents to come to Canada. If you’re eligible to become a sponsor, you must submit an interest to sponsor form. After the online form closes, IRCC reviews the form submissions and remove any duplicates. IRCC randomly select and invite potential sponsors to apply to sponsor their parents and grandparents. IRCC email the invitations and post the invitation status on their website.


If you’re invited to apply to sponsor, IRCC must receive your application package by the deadline that’s in your invitation.


To be eligible to sponsor:


  • You must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
  • You must be 18 years of age or older
  • You must meet or exceed the minimum necessary income (MNI) requirement for Family Sponsorship
  • You must sign an undertaking agreement that commits you to provide financial support for your sponsored parents or grandparents and repay any provincial social assistance benefits paid to the sponsored family members for 20 years.
  • If the sponsor lives in Quebec, an additional undertaking agreement must be signed
  • Sponsors must provide three Notices of Assessment from the CRA to IRCC to prove that they meet the minimum necessary income requirement.

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