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Is Express Entry the only way for an international worker to live and work in Canada?
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No. Express Entry facilitates processing for permanent residence in Canada of economic immigrants. However, there are a number of other ways, both permanent and temporary, to move to Canada. Express Entry processes only a portion of the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Other PNP applicants will be able to apply directly to these programs if they qualify under the criteria depending on the needs of the local and regional labor market. Before immigrating to Canada, most PNP streams involve the applicant to obtain a valid work offer, but there are some exceptions. Successful applicants will land as permanent inhabitants in Canada. Candidates may arrive as temporary foreign employees for certain job possibilities in Canada. In most instances, a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) will need to be processed. There are several cases in which an employer may be exempt from the LMIA requirement. Some nations have set up global exchange programs with Canada, typically requiring applicants under 30 or 35, depending on nationality. A temporary open work permit is issued to successful candidates. Studying in Canada is a common choice for those who want to continue their education at one of the many prestigious universities and colleges in Canada. Upon completion of the studies, some provinces make it easier for the graduate to apply for permanent residence under a PNP or the Quebec Experience Class (Programme de l'exp?rience qu?b?coise, or PEQ, in the case of Quebec). Another alternative for graduates who wish to stay in Canada after finishing their studies is to acquire a post-graduate work permit and eventually apply for permanent residence.



