Canada Will Welcome Over 1.3 Million New Immigrants
Canada is targeting over 1.3 million new immigrants between 2022 and 2024 alone. There are many pathways to secure Canadian permanent residence, and our team of professionals is here to keep the process simple for you.
Canadian cities and rural communities depend on newcomers to keep their populations and labour markets growing. With an aging population, robust immigration is what has allowed Canada to maintain a strong working-age population between 25 and 54 — unlike countries that have historically restricted immigration.
The cost of immigrating to Canada through Express Entry is generally about $2,300 CAD for a single applicant, or about $4,500 CAD for a couple. This amount does not include the settlement funds that many candidates must show to be eligible for Canadian immigration; this amount will differ by family size, starting at around $13,000 CAD for a single applicant. If a candidate is applying through a provincial program, additional fees may apply. Proof of settlement funds are not required for those with a Canadian job offer or who are applying under the Canadian Experience Class.
Money You Need to Migrate
Immigrating through Express Entry costs roughly $2,300 CAD for a single applicant, or about $4,500 CAD for a couple, excluding settlement funds — which start around $13,000 CAD for a single applicant and scale with family size. Applicants with a valid Canadian job offer, or applying under the Canadian Experience Class, are not required to show settlement funds.
Requirements to Immigrate
Each immigration program has its own minimum eligibility criteria — it's important to confirm which one fits before you apply. The government will request documents verifying your work experience, education, identity, and criminal and medical background, depending on your chosen program.
Fastest Route: Express Entry
Express Entry is the quickest method of immigrating to Canada, processing most applications in six months or less once your profile is submitted and selected.
Is There an Age Limit?
There's no strict age limit for Canadian immigration programs, though applicants aged 25–35 typically receive maximum points under economic immigration streams. Strong work experience, language proficiency and advanced education can offset the effect of age in the scoring system.
Do I Need a Job Offer?
No — the vast majority of Canadian permanent residents do not have a job offer at the time they apply. While some programs do require one, a wide range of options exist for applicants without an offer of employment, including family sponsorship and humanitarian/refugee immigration, which use no ranking system and carry no penalty for age.
With 80+ Immigration Pathways
Canada offers a wide range of options for all types of applicants — but moving to a new country still takes real effort, and some programs require higher qualifications and more documents than others. Working with an experienced consultant like Wisdom Lex can make a meaningful difference in navigating the process from start to finish.