UK Resident wanting to move to Canada

[suzielew]

Hi I am a 25 year old UK resident and I want to work, live and travel in Canada.

I see that I can get a year long visa which allows me to work and travel all over Canada. However I would like to stay there longer than a year or possibly permanent. Is there an option for this once I am in Canada on the working visa or do I need to get a job and visa sorted before I go?

I have family (uncle and cousins) who are Canadian citizens and several friends over there who are also citizens.

I would be grateful for any help.

Thank you.

 

[nicolap]

Hi I am a 25 year old UK resident and I want to work, live and travel in Canada.

I see that I can get a year long visa which allows me to work and travel all over Canada. However I would like to stay there longer than a year or possibly permanent. Is there an option for this once I am in Canada on the working visa or do I need to get a job and visa sorted before I go?

I have family (uncle and cousins) who are Canadian citizens and several friends over there who are also citizens.

I would be grateful for any help.




I live here now, I moved from the uk last year, the English people I've met came on a 1 year visa and have extended it for another year whilst they ave been here! You can deco do it for 2 years! Good luck, great place to live and work!!!

Thank you.

 

[scylla]

If you wish to immigrate to Canada and remain her permanently, you will have to apply under one of the immigration programs listed in the link below. I would recommend you spend some time reviewing each of these options to determine if there are any you might qualify under.

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

 

[Leon]

The one year open permit is a good way to get your foot in the door. Once in Canada, you should do your best to find a skilled job and forge a relationship with an employer to the point that they will help you stay when your work permit is up. The employer can apply to sponsor you through a provincial nominee program for example or apply for a regular work permit for you which would allow you enough time to get 2 years of full time work which would allow you to apply yourself under Canadian experience class.

 

[suzielew]

Thank you for your help, this is great information. I just want to get over there now!