Obviously, you have given at least some thought to immigrating
to Canada or you wouldn't be reading this mini course. While you
probably have your own reasons for considering such a move, here
are a few others to think about:
�� As of July 26, 2005, no occupations were
classified as restricted by Canada's Citizenship and Immigration
department. Restricted occupations are ones that would not count
towards your Pass-Mark score, regardless of the years of
experience you have with that job. Some common jobs may be
restricted if the need for workers to fill them is met.
�� As of February 18, 2005, the current Minister
of Citizenship and Immigration, Joe Volpe, announced changes
made to immigration procedures for the spouses and common law
partners of permanent residents. Now if you are approved as a
permanent resident, your spouse or common law partner of either
gender can live and work with you in Canada while their
immigration application is being considered.
Previously, significant others had to wait for approval before
moving to Canada.
�� Becoming a permanent resident now means you
will have less time to wait before applying for Canadian
citizenship. To become a citizen, you have to have lived in the
country for at least three of the four years prior to your
application for citizenship.
Plus, you can become a citizen of Canada without having to give
up your citizenship in your country of origin. Remember that
these issues are also subject to change.
About the author:
Alex Berez is a specialist in Canadian Immigration. He helps
thousands of people all over the world to achieve their dream of
moving to Canada. http://www.StepByStepImmigrationCanada.com
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