If you are an international student, you may be able to apply to Opportunities Ontario for nomination as a permanent resident, under the International Student Category. The program enables the province of Ontario to nominate people for permanent resident status, and have their application fast-tracked by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)
International students are eligible to apply if:
- at least half of your studies must have been completed at a publicly- funded Canadian college or university
- you must have completed at least a two-year diploma or degree program, while studying full-time; and
- one year post-graduate degree and certificate programs that require a previous degree are also eligible
To qualify, you must have an offer of permanent and full-time employment from an Ontario employer, for an approved position by Opportunities Ontario.
Advantages of the Program:
- Does not require international students to have one year of work experience, unlike the Federal Skilled Worker Class and the Canadian Experience Class.
- Priority processing at Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
- A faster route to permanent resident (PR) status
More information on the application process and program can be found at the Opportunities Ontario website and in the program brochure.
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