Your move to Canada, handled end to end.

Express Entry is the federal route and is usually the faster one. A Provincial Nominee Program runs through an individual province and can suit profiles that the federal pool does not favour. They take different amounts of time, and the routes on this page show the usual ranges.

For the points-based routes your foreign qualification has to be assessed so it can count towards your profile. That is why we start there rather than at the application.

Considerably longer than a European work visa. The routes on this page show typical ranges, from several months for a work permit to well over a year for some family and provincial routes.

The permanent routes are designed for families, and family sponsorship is a route in its own right. We plan the whole household together rather than one person at a time.

Canadian housing markets vary enormously by city. Toronto and Vancouver carry some of the highest property prices in North America, making renting the pragmatic initial choice for most newcomers. Smaller cities like Calgary, Ottawa, and Halifax offer significantly more affordable options with strong employment markets. Month-to-month tenancies are common and tenant protections are enforced provincially.

Canada's publicly funded healthcare system is administered by each province, with most covering newcomers after a waiting period of up to three months. Provincial coverage includes doctor visits and hospital care. Prescription drugs, dental care, and vision are not covered publicly, so most employers offer supplementary benefits plans to fill these gaps.

Outside of Toronto and Vancouver, Canada offers a reasonable cost of living relative to incomes. Grocery prices and utility costs are moderate, though housing can be a major budget item in large cities. Public transit is available in urban centres but car ownership remains common outside of dense downtown areas.

Urban transit networks in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver are extensive and reliable. However, Canada's vast geography means that a car is often necessary in suburban areas and smaller cities. Intercity travel is typically done by air, though rail and bus services connect major regional centres.