Canadian Immigration Goverment Links

Various governmental organizations have websites to assist potential new Canadians enter the country. In most cases these sites will have the most up-to-date information about immigration practices and law and will have the most recent version of application forms.

The links below will provide links to governmental agency websites regarding immigration.

CIC Canada

CIC (Citizenship and Immigration Canada) is the official government immigration and citizenship information website. This site introduces the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration and covers a wide variety of information including temporary visas, permanent residence, applying for a permanent residence card, security screenings, sponsorships, and links to related news.

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/index.asp

Become a Canadian Citizen

This part of the CIC website focuses on how to become a Canadian Citizen! Find out how to obtain, resume, or retain your Canadian citizenship. It encourages involvement in welcoming immigrants and helps new citizens to learn about Canada’s Citizenship Legislation, dual citizenship, and rights and responsibilities in Canada.

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/citizenship/index.asp (English/French)

Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials

The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials is a large database that describes a variety of information related to immigration and working in Canada, including Occupational Profiles, a fact sheet about recognition of foreign qualifications and credentials, foreign credential assessments, mutual recognition agreements (MRAs) for regulated professions, and links for immigrants to Canada.

http://www.cicic.ca/en/page.aspx?sortcode=2.19

Live-In Caregiver Program for Employers and Caregivers Abroad

If you are a live-in caregiver or want to employ an immigrant live-in caregiver, this is the official site for you. It covers caregivers’ rights, application processes, potential fees, work permits, passports and visas, family members, and more. It provides the contact information for each province and territory regarding specific labor standards and for live-in caregiver centers and associations in Canada.

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/work/caregiver/index.asp (English, French)