Canadian Immigration Law Glossary

Definitions of key terms used in Canadian immigration law, with citations to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (SC 2001, c 27) and associated regulations.

Canada IRPA 2001

E

• Express Entry — Canada's online immigration management system for federal economic immigration programs

P

• Permanent resident — a foreign national who has been granted permanent resident status in Canada

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