Country dossier · North America
Canada
Routes, costs and best-fit cities in Canada — from official sources.
Canada is in North America. 200 cities tracked. 6 legal residence routes on record. Data from official sources, last checked 2026-06-13.
Official sources·200 cities tracked·Last checked 2026-06-13
Legal routes
Official residence and work routes. Verify current requirements at the linked authority before applying.
Moving from popular origins to Canada now lives in the corridor hub.
| Route | Status | Processing | Minimum salary | Family | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Entry — Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | Active | 182 days | 0 EUR | Yes | IRCC |
| Express Entry — Federal Skilled Trades (FST) | Active | 182 days | 0 EUR | Yes | IRCC |
| Express Entry — Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) | Active | 182 days | 0 EUR | Yes | IRCC |
| Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | Active | 364 days | 0 EUR | Yes | IRCC |
| Start-up Visa Program | Active | 546 days | 0 EUR | Yes | IRCC |
| Study Permit (with PGWP eligibility) | Active | 112 days | 0 EUR | Yes | IRCC |
Cost & work summary
Country medians across all tracked cities. Each figure carries its own source and observation date.
Best cities by profile
Top cities in Canada by population, from the current catalog.
Most complete data
top 5Topic guides for Canada
Official sources
FAQ
What does this Canada page cover?
Country-level migration indicators, legal residence pathways, and linked city pages in the current catalog.
Where do Canada numbers come from?
From the country’s official statistical, migration, labour, environment and health authorities, and from recognized international organizations such as Eurostat, OECD, EEA and WHO.
Is this immigration or tax advice?
No. It is informational reference data. Confirm important figures against the linked official source before acting.