Services
Integritas Immigration Services offers various types of Canadian Immigration Services to a wide spectrum of clients from across the globe. We offer professional services in the following immigration programs:
Permanent Residency
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Federal Skilled Worker program
Skilled workers are people who are selected as permanent residents based on their ability to become economically established in Canada. -
Federal skilled trade program
The Federal Skilled Trade program is for people who want to become permanent residents based on being qualified in a skilled trade. -
Canadian Experience Class
If you are a temporary foreign worker or a foreign student who graduated in Canada, you often have the qualities to make a successful transition from temporary to permanent residence. You are familiar with Canadian society and can contribute to the Canadian economy. You should have knowledge of English or French and qualifying work experience. Applying to stay in Canada permanently in your case is simple. You can do this under the Canadian Experience Class. -
Provincial nominee program
The Canada Provincial Nomination Program (PNP Canada) allows provinces to nominate individuals who wish to immigrate to Canada and who are interested in settling in a particular province. Provincial nominees (PN) are selected based on their ability to contribute to the province's economic development. Usually, but not always, a genuine Canadian job offer from an employer within the province is a requirement under the Provincial Nomination Program. Most provinces in Canada participate in the Provincial Nomination Program (PNP Canada). Participating provinces sign agreements with Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) that allow the provinces to directly select immigrants who meet the requirements they have established. Immigrants who wish to apply as a Provincial Nominee must first apply to the province where they wish to settle. -
Family Sponsorship
You can sponsor certain relatives if you are a citizen or permanent resident of Canada and if you are 18 years of age or older. There are two different processes for sponsoring your family. One process is used for sponsoring your spouse, conjugal or common-law partner and/or dependent children. Another process is used to sponsor other eligible relative -
Live in care giver
You can apply for Permanent Residency under this class if you have worked and lived as a Live-In Caregiver for two years out of the four years preceding your application.What are the requirements to qualify as a Live-In Caregiver?
- Completion of high school equivalent to a Canadian grade 12 high school certificate.
- English or French language ability.
- 6 months training in the child care field in a formal class room setting or
- 12 months experience working as a live-in caregiver during the last three years.
- Must have applied for a Canadian work permit before you enter Canada.
- A job confirmation letter (LMO) from a Canadian employer.
- An employee/employer contract.
Temporary Residency
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Work permits
In order to work in Canada on a temporary basis, foreign skilled workers must have a temporary offer of employment from a Canadian employer and be granted a Temporary Work Permit A work permit is needed for most temporary jobs in Canada, though for some positions and business people it is not necessary. Depending upon the foreign worker's country of citizenship, a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) may also need to be obtained in order to enter Canada. -
Study permit
Canada is home to one of the best school systems in the world. From elementary school to university, language schools to vocational programs, Canadian schools accommodate students of all interests and backgrounds.
Individuals who study in Canada receive quality, internationally-respected educations that prepare them for future professional pursuits. This is combined with cost of tuition and living fees that are generally lower than in other developed countries.
Every year, over 170,000 international students come to Canada. To learn more about how you can join these ranks, browse our study sections below, or find out if you qualify today.
To study in Canada, you may need a study permit or a temporary resident visa, though not everyone must have these documents. You may study in Canada without a study permit if the total duration of your program is less than 6 months. If you are going to study in Canada for a period longer than 6 months you will need a study permit. Eligibility for a study permit:- Acceptance letter from an educational institution in Canada;
- Enough money to pay for your tuition fees and return airfare;
- Enough money to support yourself and your family while in Canada;
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You must be Medically and Criminally admissible to Canada.
You may also apply for an open work permit that is valid for three years if you studied for at least two years at an approved educational institution. You may work on campus without a work permit.
You may qualify for an off-campus work permit that will allow you to work 20 hours during school hours and 40 hours during breaks after 6 months of study at an approved institution.
After your studies and if you have worked for one year in a high skilled position you will be eligible to apply under the Canadian Experience Class.
PR Card and Citizenship
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Permanent card application & renewals
Persons who have obtained permanent residence in Canada will be issued Permanent Resident Cards "PR Cards" valid for 5 years. These cards can be renewed continuously provided the permanent resident has met the residency requirement. If you are a permanent resident and need to renew your PR Card but do not met the residency requirement, your application to renew the card can be made on Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds, by explaining the compelling reasons that prevented you from meeting the residence requirement. If the immigration officer is satisfied that there are sufficient Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds to justify renewing the PR Card, she or he can renew it even though the permanent resident has not met the residency requirement -
Travel documents
If you are a permanent residence of Canada but you left Canada before receiving your PR Card or you remained outside Canada and you PR Card has expired, you must apply for a travel document to allow you to re-enter Canada. You will be required to describe your travel history. If you are not able to demonstrate that you meet the residence requirement, you may be refused entry to Canada and be considered inadmissible. Again here, you can apply to keep your permanent residence and return to Canada on Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds. Once inside Canada you can apply to renew your PR Card. -
Citizenship applications
A Canadian immigrant may apply for Canadian Citizenship after spending 3 years in Canada as a Permanent Resident. You will need to satisfy several requirements to submit a Canadian citizenship application, and will then need to take a Canadian citizenship test.
Settlement In Canada
We recognize that obtaining a Canada Immigration Visa is only the first steps in your journey to Canada. Settlement in Canada is something you should start planning for well before you actually arrive in Canada.
In planning for and setting up a new life in Canada, you need tools, resources, and information to make sure that you will successfully integrate into Canadian society and the Canadian work force.
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Prepare you for your arrival
Where will you live? How do you apply for health care coverage? How do you get a driver's license? Where will the kids go to school? Help you find a job.
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Explain your Canadian Residency Obligations
As a Permanent Resident of Canada, you have certain rights and obligations. Newcomers often need help, It is important to know that there are many services that can give you the help you need. These services are called "settlement services".
- Find a place to live
- Apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- Apply for a Health Card
- Open Bank Account
- Contacts of Employment Centers to help you find a job
- Locate a doctor, dentist or other health services
- Find a public library and other community services
- Get information about your rights as an employee or tenant
- Find a school for your children
- Apply for the Canada Child Tax Benefit (CCTB)
- Get a map of your community and learn about public transportation
- Find language classes for you and your family
- Learn about where to buy the things you need
- Apply for a Driver's Licence
- Language training services
Why use us
When you retain our services, we- Facilitate your application process.
- Determine your Canadian immigration category.
- Prepare perfect and submit your application.
- Communicate with Canadian immigration.
- Prepare you for your personal interview.
- Address your concerns and provide solutions.
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