WHY IMMIGRATE TO CANADA?

OVERVIEW

Canada has one of the most positive immigration policies in the world. The Canadian Government plans to admit over 200,000 immigrants each year for the next five years. There is no quota based on either nationality or occupation.

In terms of standards of living, the United Nations has voted Canada as one of the best places in the world to live.

Top 10 Reasons for Immigrating to Canada

• Successful Migration with full family.
• Free education and medicals.
• Migration possible for skilled workers as well as investors.
• Many opportunities in the Information Technology sector for software professionals.
• Eligibility for Canadian Citizenship within three years of arrival in Canada with permanent residence status.
• Dual Citizenship allowed.
• Entitlement to government welfare benefits (in case of necessity), free medical facilities, free education, old age insurance, unemployment insurance etc.
• Minimal government regulations in starting your own business.
• Access to the United States and Mexico markets based on the NAFTA Agreement
• The best country to live in the world - and the United Nations keeps reaffirming it!

WELFARE PROGRAMS

Canada is a country that cares for its residents. There are a number of Social Welfare programs offered by the State. In addition to the free healthcare program and children education until grade 12, Canada provides for the following social programs:

UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE

Canadian resident is entitled to 60 percent of the last wages drawn in case of lay off from job if he/she has worked for nearly six months in Canada till then.

SOCIAL WELFARE ALLOWANCE

Canadian resident is entitled to social welfare allowance from the government if he/she is unable to support himself/herself and is not able to get any job.

PENSION PLAN

Canadian resident is entitled under the Canadian Pension Plan to receive retirement pension. It depends upon the age at which he/she chooses to opt for the plan and is optimal at age 65.

OLD AGE PENSION

Canadian resident is entitled to old age pension in Canada. The amount of pension will depend upon the number of years-lived in Canada. Its maximum if the person has stayed in Canada for 40 years after the age 18. For each year less than that, it is reduced by 1/40 of the full-entitled amount.

CHILDCARE BENEFIT

Federal and Provincial governments provide certain amount every month for upbringing of each child. The amount depends upon the income earned by the parents in the last year.

EDUCATION SYSTEM

Getting a good education is more important today than ever before. It is the best thing you can do to build a better future for your children and yourself. In Canada education is free in Public schools till Grade 12th.

HEALTH SYSTEM

Canada has one of the finest health care systems in the world. Excellent hospitals, clinics or doctors' offices are located in most communities. Their services are usually available free of charge to all residents of Canada registered under the national health insurance program.