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The Canadian government attract over 883,635 primary applicants for permanent residency by 2026 through its updated immigration levels plan spanning from fiscal years 2024-2026. Facing heightened competition due to a surge in applications and an influx of temporary residents within the country, securing permanent residency as an international student has become increasingly challenging.
Canada’s immigration strategy is geared towards optimizing opportunities for international students by leveraging their high-demand skills which align with labor market needs. The recently outlined plan from Global Affrs Canada's Education Plan underscores the importance of preparing these students for the workforce and fostering stronger connections between them, post-secondary institutions, and employers, with a special focus on work-integrated learning.
Immigration Minister Marc Miller underscored plans to revamp the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program PGWP, ming to prioritize support for sectors experiencing skill shortages. This initiative is designed to enhance opportunities for international students holding PGWPs in high-demand fields to ext their stay in Canada following graduation.
For those with PGWPs and employment or experience in targeted occupations linked to Express Entry system criteria, securing permanent residency holds more promise compared to holders of different occupational statuses under the same program. Proficiency in specific fields such as trades, tech, healthcare, and French language significantly bolsters their chances of securing PR status.
1. Targeting In-Demand Sectors
Consider enrolling in vocational programs such as skilled trades, technology, or health care sectors during your academic tenure. Certification for skilled trade professions in Canada can increase Express Entry points by up to 50 points, leading to lower cut-off scores in specialized draws. All Provincial Nominee Programs PNPs prioritize these high-demand sectors when selecting candidates for permanent residency.
2. Embracing Bilingualism
Learning French opens a gateway to less competitive pathways towards PR due to the hesitance of many international students to acquire this language skill. Possessing proficiency in both English and French not only qualifies you under certn PNPs but also makes your application attractive within the Express Entry system, particularly as Canada's Francophone immigration targets grow from 6 in 2024 to 8 by 2026.
3. Diversifying Your Program
Choosing a second program that builds upon your initial studies can significantly boost your Comprehensive Ranking System CRS points and enhance eligibility for Express Entry. This strategic move may also ext the duration of your Post-Graduation Work Permit, offering more time to gn Canadian work experience.
Graduates who complete a 4-year degree program in high-demand sectors like healthcare benefit from exted stay periods following graduation due to longer PGWP durations. Compared to students who completed shorter diploma programs with correspondingly shorter work permits, this approach increases their chances of securing permanent residency.
4. Rural and Regional Immigration Options
Many international students prefer major cities over rural areas but overlook the opportunities avlable in smaller towns through various PNPs that offer PR options specifically for those willing to settle in regional or provincial communities. Programs like Alberta's Rural Community Pilot offer pathways to permanent residence in numerous smaller towns across the province.
5. Entrepreneurial Opportunities with Start-Up Visa
For students interested in entrepreneurship, the Canada Start-Up Visa program provides a viable route towards permanent residency in Canada. While it requires innovation and a rigorous process, this initiative has already facilitated over five successful cases of international students obtning permanent residency.
At ImmiLaw Immigration, we offer comprehensive support from studying permit applications to selection of programs that align with immigration goals, PGWP options, and diverse immigration requirements tlored to individual needs. Our team of seasoned immigration lawyers and overseas study specialists are here to guide you through this process.
Should you have any questions about securing Canadian permanent residency as an international student, feel free to reach out to us.
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