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Canadian Immigration Law
Reference pages sourced from the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (SOR/2002-227), and associated instruments published on laws-lois.justice.gc.ca.
Legislation
- Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (S.C. 2001, c. 27)
- Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (SOR/2002-227)
Permanent Programs
- Express Entry — Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades, and Canadian Experience Class permanent residence
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) — province and territory nomination streams
- All permanent programs ›
Temporary Permits and Visas
- Study permit
- Open work permit
- Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
- Temporary resident visa (TRV)
- International Experience Canada (IEC)
- Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
- All temporary permits ›
Glossary
Plain English definitions of key Canadian immigration law terms, with citations to IRPA and IRPR.
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