Essential resources for immigrating to Canada

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This list of resources represents only a small collection of websites, groups and organizations dealing with immigration in Canada. Add to this list by submitting your suggestions at the bottom of this page.

National

• Citizenship and Immigration Canada: The Government of Canada's online immigration portal with information on moving to Canada, applying for citizenship and multiculturalism.
• The Maytree foundation: A Canadian charity focused on reducing poverty in Canada by offering training, networking and other resources.
• Metropolis Canada: An international research and public policy network focused on immigrant integration in Canada with several provincial divisions.
• International Experience Canada (IEC): A partnership program with many countries allowing youth to travel to Canada to work, study and explore. French citizens between 18 and 35 can see this program. - Suggested by Davor Miskulin and Rob Vineberg, members of the Globe and Mail Advisory Panel on Immigration
• Canadian Council for Refugees: A non-profit umbrella organization focused on the protection and settlement of refugees in Canada. Suggested by Lori Wilkinson, a member of the Globe and Mail Advisory Panel on Immigration
• Institute for Canadian Citizenship: A national, non-profit organization focused on helping new citizens by connecting them with established citizens and promoting Canadian experiences. Suggested by Globe reader Jess Duerden.
• Immigration Business Network (ib2ib): A Canada-wide interactive website for business immigrants settling in Canada. Located in Quebec. Suggested by Globe reader Patricia Rimok.

Ontario

• Ministry of Immigration and Citizenship: The official Government of Ontario website with information about immigrating to Ontario
• Canada Ontario Immigration Agreement (COIA): A partnership with the Government of Ontario to establish policy amenable to Ontario's economic and social growth
• Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council: Focused on integrating immigrants into the Toronto labour market by working with employers and Immigrant Success Awards.
• Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants: A registered charity comprised of more than 200 community-based organizations focused on immigrant agencies
• Toronto's immigration portal: Designed for newcomers in Toronto at any stage of the immigration process. Suggested by Globe reader Sonali Chakraborti.

Alberta

• Government of Alberta immigration: The main resource page for living and working in Alberta.
• Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program: Designed to attract skilled immigrants to the province, these nominee programs work with the federal government, which makes final decisions about applicants.
• Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council: Works with employers and immigrants in Calgary to help new Canadians find work commensurate with their skills and experience.
• Catholic Social Services: An agency based in Alberta offering settlement, educational, language, employment and outreach services for free in more than 35 languages. Suggested by Rob Vineberg, a member of the Globe and Mail Advisory Panel on Immigration
• Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth: An settlement agency serving immigrants and their families in Calgary

British Columbia

• British Columbia immigration: The main resource page for immigrating to B.C., including information about living, working and studying in the province.
• Settlement services map: An interactive map containing resources and services for new immigrants in the province.
• S.U.C.C.E.S.S.: A large social service agency in B.C. providing settlement services, ESL training, employment counseling and community development services to new immigrants.
• Metropolis British Columbia: A research centre focused on immigration and diversity in B.C.
• Immigrant Employment Council of B.C. (IEC-BC): Works with businesses to promote the benefits of integrating immigrants into the province's labour market. Helps businesses attract, hire and retain skilled immigrants. Suggested by Globe reader Roley Chiu.
• North Shore Multicultural Society: A Vancouver-based social service agency based on the North Shore, which provides settlement and employment services, workshops and programs for new immigrants. Suggested by Globe reader Kim Shetler

Saskatchewan

• Saskatchewan immigration: The official web portal containing information about immigrating, working, living and studying in the province.
• Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program: Intended to attract skilled workers, farm operators, health professionals and other potential immigrants.
• The Global Gathering Place (Saskatoon): A non-profit drop-in centre for immigrants and refugees in Saskatoon. Suggested by Rob Vineberg, a member of the Globe and Mail Advisory Panel on Immigration
• Regina Open Door Society: A non-profit organization providing settlement and integration services to refugees and immigrants.

Manitoba

• Immigrate to Manitoba: The Government of Manitoba's official web portal for information about immigrating and settling in the province
• Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program: A partnership with the Government of Canada intended to recruit skilled workers to the province.
• Immigrant Centre: A resource and training centre in Winnipeg focused on helping new immigrants integrate within the province.
• Business Council of Manitoba: A group of professionals in Manitoba focused on the province's economic and community growth, including immigration policy. Suggested by Rob Vineberg, a member of the Globe and Mail Advisory panel on Immigration

Quebec

• Quebec Immigration: The official web portal for the Government of Quebec
• Skilled Workers Immigration Program: Information about the requirements to qualify as a skilled worker

Prince Edward Island

• Prince Edward Island immigration: Official immigration services for the Government of PEI
• PEI Provincial Nominee Program: Information about the partnership between PEI and the Government of Canada, which focuses on recruiting skilled immigrants to the province

Newfoundland and Labrador

• Immigrate to Newfoundland and Labrador: The official web portal for immigration services in the province
• Provincial Nominee Program: An alternative and quicker way to immigrate to Canada through a partnership between the province and the Government of Canada

Nova Scotia

• Nova Scotia immigration: The official immigration website for the Government of Nova Scotia.
• Immigrate to Rural Nova Scotia: Information specific to immigrating to rural parts of the province.

Yukon

• Government of Yukon Immigration: The official immigration website for the territory.
• Yukon Nominee Program (YNP): A partnership with the Government of Canada intended to attract skilled immigrants.

Northwest Territories

• NWT Nominee Program: A program allowing qualified individuals, business owners and self-employed immigrants to obtain permanent residency in a shorter time than the usual process.
   

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