The available data of the past few years shows that Canada has emerged as a red hot immigration destination with millions of people migrating to this North American country from almost every corner of the world. With the immigration laws of the neighbouring US becoming too tough, and hard to fulfill, the attention of majority of the visitors has shifted to the Maple Leaf Country.

Remarkably, the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) will officially launch its latest scheme, on the lines of SkillSelect from the month of January, 2015. Called Express Entry, the latest online facility will see the aspirants submitting their profiles online and expressing their interest in Canada immigration. Skilled candidates have to meet the requirements of the Federal Skilled Migration Program.

Immigration to Canada from India

There are numerous ways to enter the Maple Leaf Country, and the aspirants from India, like elsewhere, can choose the best available option for self and his family. Indian candidates can enter the Maple Leaf Country through the popular Federal Skilled Workers Program (FSWP).

The applicant is selected as a permanent resident of the country so that he can actively participate in the growth of the national economy of Canada. Indians migrating to Canada under the above scheme are judged for their unique talent. They are assessed on their educational qualifications, work experience, age, language skill, and also their adaptability to the environment of the nation.

Another gateway open for Indians to cross the threshold is through their trade skills. According to which they have to satisfy the job requirements as set in the NOC. The aspiring migrant should have at least two years of work experience in the trade skilled, and he should meet the language ability of English and French. The Indian candidates who use this class are not allowed to work in the Quebec as the Quebec province has its own norms under the mentioned scheme.

An Indian businessman–who wants to live and set up his business in this North American nation–can apply through the business immigration scheme. This is mainly for the investors, entrepreneurs, and self-employed businessmen. Any candidate from India–who is having relevant experience and is able to add on to the culture of the country–can enter the nation using this pathway.

Various job opportunities are also available in the many provinces of Canada under the provincial programs where in an employer is unable to meet the availability from the Canadian residents. All provinces of Canada are capable of nominating the migrants from across the globe.

Under the Provincial Nominee Program, these can nominate Indian aspirants and help them become a part of this highly developed country, provided they, the candidates, have relevant work experience and are capable of improving the economy of the country. They must apply to the CIC for Permanent Residency (PR).

Immigration to Canada from India can be made possible with the Quebec selected skilled workers Program also. The province has its own specific rules and regulations, and the aspiring Indian should apply through the CSQ. Last but not the least; entry can also be made using the nation’s refugee program. The nation protects the refugees who cannot return back to their countries. The Canadian government provides protection to such people every year.