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The Immigration policy in Canada is structured around these three categories:


Refugees. It includes both humanitarian resettlement programs and claims for asylum protection.

Family reunification. This class of immigrants includes spouses and children joining family members who are already living in Canada. This is  the second-largest group of immigrants admitted on a yearly basis.

Economic Selection is based on a point system that rewards applicants with higher levels of education, job experience, and language skills (i.e., English and French).

 

 

CANADA

 

As the second-largest country globally, there’s a long list of settlement options, from cosmopolitan cities to rural settings to somewhere in between. The country comprises ten provinces and three territories, and each one is very different, from landscape to economy to culture. So, it’s essential to do your research to decide which province is proper for you. Here’s an overview of information on Canada’s provinces and territories, from west to east to north, to help you get started.

 

British Columbia

British Columbia is Canada’s second most-populated province with its natural attractions, ocean-front cities, and mild weather. Located beside the Pacific Ocean, B.C., is a hotspot for whale watching, hiking, fishing and enjoying the beautiful forests. It boasts world-class universities (U.B.C. and S.F.U.) and many natural wonders.

 

  • Population: 4.8172 million
  • Immigrants (as of 2016): 1,292,675
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $79,750
  •  The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $720,689
  •  Capital city: Victoria

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from England, Scotland, and Germany; East and Southeast Asian, predominantly from China; Aboriginal; and South Asian, predominantly from India

Primary industries: manufacturing; health care and social assistance; sciences; information technology

 

 PRAIRIES

Alberta

Comprised of mountains, deserts, cities and farmland, there’s a little bit of everything in Alberta. With its energy industry, active tourism business and better affordability than in B.C., Alberta’s appeal grows. It’s known for a bit of cowboy culture and its dinosaur badlands, and the beautiful Rocky Mountains.

 

 

  • Population: 4.2861 million
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 845,220
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $100,300
  •  Average cost of home (as of 2016): $449,790
  • Capital city: Edmonton

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from England, Germany, Scotland, Ireland, France and Ukraine; Aboriginal; South Asian, predominantly from India; and East and Southeast Asian mainly from China and the Philippines

Primary industries: mining; energy; agri-food

 

Saskatchewan

Flat and, therefore, ideal for agriculture, Saskatchewan may be good for you if you are in the farming industry. The Prairie province lies right above American states Montana and North Dakota.

 

  • Population: 1.1639 million
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 112,495
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $86,970
  •  The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $318,917
  • Capital city: Regina

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from Germany, England, Scotland, Ireland, Ukraine, and France; East and Southeast Asian mainly from the Philippines and China; and South Asian, predominantly from East India

Main industries: agriculture; mining; forestry; service industry

Manitoba

Known to many as the polar bear capital, Manitoba is a great place to head if you love wildlife. The province is an excellent place to settle if you’re interested in the manufacturing industry, which takes advantage of the province’s central position in Canada.

  • Population: 1.3381 million
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 227,465
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $76,990
  •  The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $297,444
  • Capital city: Winnipeg

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from England, Scotland, Ireland and France; Aboriginal; and East and Southeast Asian mainly from the Philippines and China

Primary industries: manufacturing; finance; agriculture

CENTRAL CANADA
(or Eastern Canada)

 

 

 

Ontario

Home of Canada’s national capital city (Ottawa), Ontario leads the country in government headquarters and population and diversity. Ontarians make up more than one-third of Canadians. Regardless of your background, if you head to big cities like Toronto or Ottawa, you’ll indeed find people from your country of origin. There are also lots of opportunities in less-populated regions of Ontario, such as northern Ontario. You’ll never run out of things to do as Ontario is home to many vital Canadian attractions, such as the C.N. Tower, Parliament Hill and Niagara Falls, as well as plenty of top educational institutes like University of Toronto, York University and Ryerson University, among others.

 

  • Population: 14.1934 million
  • Immigrants (as of 2016): 3,852,145
  • Average household income (as of 2015): $81,480
  • The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $506,409
  • Capital city: Toronto

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Germany and Italy; East and Southeast Asian mainly from China and the Philippines; South Asian, predominantly from East India; Aboriginal; and the Caribbean, mainly from Jamaica

Primary industries: a service industry; manufacturing; forestry; mining; agriculture; finance

 The City of Toronto in Ontario

Toronto is the largest city in Canada and the fourth largest in North America.  It is the capital of Ontario and home to about 2.8 million people.  The city is known to have one of the most culturally diverse populations globally, where over 30 percent of its residents speak a language other than English or French at home.  Toronto is a top tourism destination in Canada, attracting over 25 million visitors annually.  The region is also known for its strong business and financial landscape, which has earned the city high rankings in terms of global competitiveness and tax competitiveness for businesses.

Foreign-born residents account for nearly half of the population in Toronto.  Common countries of origin include India, China, the Philippines, Italy, and the U.K.  Other than English and French, popularly spoken languages include Cantonese, Italian, Spanish, Tagalog, Mandarin, and Portuguese.

 

Quebec

Quebec has a distinctly French culture, and French is the predominant language, with more than three-quarters who speak it as their first language. Of course, France was a founding nation of Canada, and that history is embedded in today’s Quebec. Even as recently as the late 20th century, there have been efforts by some Quebec factions to separate from Canada. Today, its government has more independence and control than other provinces in Canada, including its immigration system.

 

  • Population: 8.3940 million
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 1,091,305
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $75,530
  •  The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $290,484
  • Capital city: Quebec City

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from France, Italy and Ireland; Aboriginal; the Caribbean, predominantly from Haiti; and East and Southeast Asian, mainly from China

Primary industries: forestry; mining; energy; pharmaceuticals; aeronautics

 

THE ATLANTIC

 

Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador have gained a reputation for being home to some of the nicest people in the world. Having been declared a province in just 1949, it is the youngest and one of the friendliest places in the country. It is also known for its icebergs!

 

  • Population: 528.8 thousand
  •  Immigrants: (as of 2016): 12,080
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $79,260
  •  The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $243,157
  • Capital city: St. John’s

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from England and Ireland; East and Southeast Asian, predominantly from China and the Philippines; and Aboriginal

Primary industries: information technology; mining; forestry; fishing; off-shore oil and gas extraction

Prince Edward Island

Famous for its seafood, Atlantic Ocean perimeter, red sand beaches and lighthouses, P.E.I. may be Canada’s smallest province, but it certainly has a big personality. P.E.I. is the birthplace of Confederation and is connected to mainland Canada by one of the longest continuous bridges in the world, the Confederation Bridge. The much-loved Canadian book Anne of Green Gables is also set in P.E.I.

 

  • Population: 152.0 thousand
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 8,940
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $73,910
  • The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $197,966
  • Capital city: Charlottetown

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from Scotland, England, Ireland and France; Aboriginal; and East and Southeast Asian, predominantly from China

Primary industries: agriculture; fishing; bioscience

 Nova Scotia

With its name meaning “new Scotland,” Nova Scotia is home to a rich Gaelic and Celtic culture. Nova Scotia is the most populous Atlantic province, with a long history as the gateway to Canada — many immigrants landed by ship at Pier 21, which today is home to a national immigration museum. As Canada’s most important east coast port, the capital, Halifax, has played an essential role in Atlantic trade and defence and is home to Canada’s most extensive naval base.

 

  • Population: 953.9 thousand
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 55,675
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $73,900
  • The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $230,441
  • Capital city: Halifax

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from Scotland, England, Ireland and France; Aboriginal; and East and Southeast Asian, mainly from China

Primary industries: fishing; fish processing; mining; forestry; with a growing information technology sector 

New Brunswick

New Brunswick offers a distinct lifestyle, beautiful natural scenery, friendly people, a safe and secure environment and an appreciation of the skills and experiences of newcomers.

With the province’s affordable lifestyle, universal government-funded health care and easy access to eastern Canada’s urban centres, New Brunswick is fast becoming a destination of choice for international learners.

From friendly communities to lively urban centres, from majestic shorelines to mountain trails, New Brunswick has it all. The province is home to awe-inspiring vistas, world-class theatre, a vibrant music scene and unique cultural experiences.

In New Brunswick, you can study minutes from oceans, lakes, rivers and trails, as well as vibrant urban settings. With approximately 750,000 people, New Brunswick offers a warm and welcoming experience for international learners.

Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, this maritime province is known for its whale watching and the unpredictable wavy waters along its coast. Essentially made up of forests, New Brunswick is an excellent place to go if you are in the forestry industry. Other than Quebec, it is also the most bilingual province in Canada (French and English).

 

  • Population: 759.7 thousand
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 33,810
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $71,040
  •  The average cost of home (as of 2016): $170,071
  • Capital city: Fredericton

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from France, England, Ireland, Scotland; Aboriginal; Asian, predominantly from Lebanon; South Asian, predominantly from East India; and East and Southeast Asian mainly from China and the Philippines

Primary industries: mining; trade; construction; forestry

 

  THE NORTH

 Yukon

Sandwiched between the Northwest Territories and Alaska, the Yukon is known for its mountainous landscape, glacier-filled lakes and gold mining history. The territory often competes with Nunavut as the lowest-populated part of Canada.

 

  • Population: 38.5 thousand
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 4,410
  • Average household income (as of 2015): $100,130
  • The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $371,716
  • Capital city: Whitehorse

 

Predominant ethnicity: European, predominantly from England, Scotland, Ireland, and Germany; Aboriginal; and East and Southeast Asian, predominantly from the Philippines

Primary industries: mining; energy; forestry; hunting and fishing

 

Northwest Territories

If you love snow and outdoor activities like hiking, fishing and bird watching, you may want to think about the Northwest Territories. The sparsely populated area is an excellent spot for taking in the northern lights.  There may also be great professional opportunities there due to the lack of competition.

  • Population: 44.5 thousand
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 3,690
  • Average household income (as of 2015): $117,100
  • The average cost of a home (as of 2016): $346,427
  • Capital city: Yellowknife

Predominant ethnicity: Aboriginal; European, predominantly from England, Ireland, Scotland, France and Germany; and East and Southeast Asian, mainly from the Philippines

Primary industries: mining; energy; hunting and fishing

 

 Nunavut

Nunavut is filled with Arctic wildlife and largely virgin lands as the least dense and most northerly place in Canada. Despite being known as the youngest territory in the nation, its population is mainly made up of Aboriginal people.

 

  • Population: 38 thousand
  •  Immigrants (as of 2016): 920
  •  Average household income (as of 2015): $67,860
  •  Average cost of home (as of 2016): $352,070
  • Capital city: Iqaluit

 

Predominant ethnicity: Aboriginal; and European, predominantly from Scotland, Ireland, England and France

Main industries: arts and crafts; mining; hunting and fishing

 

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