Canadian Permanent Residence: An Overview

Whether you're already in Canada on a temporary basis as a student or worker, or you're abroad hoping to immigrate to Canada permanently, understanding the requirements to obtain permanent residency in Canada is an important step in your immigration journey.

Why become a Canadian permanent resident?

Being a Canadian permanent resident comes with its own benefits, including the ability to live, work, and study anywhere in Canada, access to universal healthcare and social services, the ability to sponsor certain family members (i.e. your spouse and dependent children) to join you in Canada, protected rights under Canadian law and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and the ability to eventually become a Canadian citizen.