For candidates
how do i immigrate to canada?

If you want to immigrate to Canada, you must apply to the Canadian government. Before you immigrate, it is best to choose which Canadian province you want to settle in. You can immigrate to Canada temporarily or permanently. You can immigrate permanently under different categories: skilled worker, self-employed, refugees or be sponsored by a family member. You can also immigrate temporarily by applying for a study permit, a work permit or a visitor's visa.For more information, contact our team of immigration specialists and visit the IRCC website.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO PROCESS AN IMMIGRATION APPLICATION?

The delay to process an immigration application varies from one individual to another because it will depends on the applicant's country of origin and of different government processes. The processing time for an immigration application varies depending on the category (business, sponsorship, skilled worker) under which you submit your application. By using immigration professionals, you can avoid mistakes which cause delays and returned applications. Also, the immigration process can be accelerated if you find a job in Canada.

You will be able to check the processing treatment with the Government of Canada at any time when the application for immigration is complete.

HOW DO I BECOME A TEMPORARY WORKER IN CANADA?

To become a temporary worker in Canada, you must apply to the visa office and get a work permit. First, check the government website to see if you need a permit to work in your profession in Canada. Some jobs do not require a work permit. Also, you must receive a job offer from a Canadian employer and your employer must submit a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). 

Contact us today for more information. We will take the time to answer all your questions.

WHAT IS THE PERMANENT RESIDENT CARD?

The Permanent Resident Card is a document that proves that you have permanent resident status in Canada. You must show this card when you travel outside of Canada. The application for a Permanent Resident Card is part of the immigration process in Canada. Our team can help you get or renew your PR Card and answer any questions you may have.

WHAT IS A WORK PERMIT? aM I ELIGIBLE FOR AN OPEN WORK PERMIT?

A work permit is an authorization for a foreign worker to work in Canada. A work permit is required to work in Canada. There are two types of work permits: an open work permit and an employer-linked work permit. The permit is open only to the Working Holiday and Sponsorship Programs. Contact our team today to find out if you are eligible for one of these types of permits.

WHAT ARE THE MINIMUM LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS? DO I HAVE TO TAKE A LANGUAGE TEST?

Canada is an officially bilingual country (French - English) and the population of the province of Quebec is composed of a large majority of Francophones. To work in Canada, it is important to respect the minimum language level required by an employer. The Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) are used to measure your level of proficiency in English and French for people who desire to live and work in Canada. Language tests are not mandatory if the employer does not require English or French. However, they will be required when applying for permanent residency.

IS IT BETTER TO HIRE A LAWYER TO IMMIGRATE TO CANADA?

Yes, it is preferable but never mandatory to hire a lawyer or an immigration consultant to help you immigrate to Canada and to be aware of the different options available to you. Our team of lawyers and immigration consultants has excellent legal expertise and will be able to advise you. We organize legal consultations in person, by telephone or teleconference for people abroad.

CAN I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION FOR FUTURE JOB POSTING?

Yes, you may submit your application at any time to info.candidat@recrulink.com. We will keep your application in our database for future job opportunities in Canada. Our database is consulted regularly by recruitment experts and companies.

Visit the Job Opportunities page of our website to find out which companies are currently recruiting internationally and our employment partner recrulink.com to search for jobs in Canada.

WHAT SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP ME FIND A JOB IN CANADA AND QUEBEC?

We offer immigration services to foreigners wanting to work in Canada. We work in partnership with RecruLink, an agency specialising in recruitment and job sites, to make the best job matches between our candidate profiles and companies. Every day, our experts search for the best talent for Canadian companies.

You want to promote your skills to Canadian companies? Visit recrulink.com and complete an online candidate profile.

ARE WORK PERMITS RENEWABLE?

Yes, it is possible to renew your work permit and extend your stay in Canada under certain conditions. Your permit must still be valid. You must apply at least 30 days before the expiry date of your work permit. In some cases, your employer will have to submit a new Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). If you accept a new job, you must apply for a new work permit.

HOW DO I SPONSOR A FAMILY MEMBER?

Do you want to sponsor a family member to live, study or work in Canada? To sponsor a family member, you must apply to the Government of Canada. You must complete and send several forms and supporting documents and pay the processing fees. To do this, you must be eligible and meet certain criteria, be at least 18 years old, a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Some sponsorship applications are more complex. Our team can help make the process easier for you.

WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE FOR COMING TO STUDY IN QUEBEC?

To come study in Quebec, you must be accepted as a student by an educational institution and apply for a Certificat d'acceptation du Québec (CAQ). You must prove that you have the financial resources to pay for your studies and support yourself. Once you receive your certificate of acceptance, you can apply for a study permit from the Government of Canada. A study permit is a document that allows you to study in Canada. You do not need a study permit if you are coming to Canada to study for less than six months.

WHAT IS A BUSINESS VISITOR?

A business visitor is a person who travels to Canada temporarily for business reasons such as doing international business and building international partnerships. A business visitor does not need a work permit to come to Canada. Contact our team for eligibility requirements and to obtain a visitor's visa or travel authorization.

For recruiters
WHAT ARE THE STEPS IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AT IMMIGACTION?

The steps in our recruitment process are as follows: 
1. Diagnosis and analysis of your recruitment needs in order to find the perfect solution adapted to your company's situation. 
2. Posting of the job offer on our website, our job site and sorting through our database of unsolicited applications.
3. Job interviews by videoconference or in person at our offices to select the best candidates.
4. Verification of skills and knowledge, including the establishment of a psychometric profile of your candidates.
5. Pre-selection of candidates to be presented to companies after validating references and legal compliance.
6. Recruitment, reception and integration of candidates in Canada.

HOW LONG DOES THE INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT PROCESS TAKE?

We do not guarantee any delay for international recruitment since all immigration procedures may vary depending on the country of origin of the candidates and because of the different government processes. However, the recruitment process takes less time when it is handled by international recruitment specialists. Also, some agreements between countries facilitate worker mobility. In general, it takes 4 to 10 months for the entire process.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO RECRUIT A FOREIGN WORKER?

It is best to plan your labour needs well before recruiting abroad. The cost of recruiting a foreign candidate varies according to several factors. It costs between $2,000 and $8,000 to recruit a foreign candidate. The employer must face many obligations. In some cases, the employer must cover the cost of insurance, housing, round-trip airfare, reception and integration. The employer does not need to pay for the work permit. He can do so or advance the funds to the worker. It is the employees who are responsible for their permit.

IN WICH COUNTRY ARE YOU RECRUITING?

We recruit candidates and accept applications from all over the world through our global network. A large majority of our applications come from French-speaking countries, since Quebec is a bilingual French-English province. In Europe, the majority of foreign candidates come from France and Belgium.

DO FOREIGN CANDIDATES SPEAK FRENCH?

All the foreign candidates we recruit for your positions have the minimum required French language skills. Foreign candidates who want to come and work in Quebec must have their language skills assessed through language tests by a government-designated organization. These tests include French evaluation. Based on the test results, your language skills are classified by level. Applicants must meet a minimum level of proficiency in order to be eligible. These evaluations are proof that foreign applicants have the language skills required for your jobs. We offer French courses to candidates who want to do so before they arrive in Quebec.

WHAT TYPE OF PERMIT MUST THE FOREIGN WORKER OBTAIN?

A foreign worker must obtain a work permit to work in Canada under certain conditions. Some jobs do not require a work permit. There are two types of work permits: open work permits and work permits linked to an employer. The  Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) issues a closed work permit.

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What should you know before apply

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