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Although each immigration class is different, some requirements apply to all immigrants. All immigrants are required to submit to medical and criminal background checks, and must demonstrate knowledge of English or French. The immigration process can take up to two years.

People who wish to start a business in Canada outside of Quebec may apply for immigration as investors, entrepreneurs or self-employed people. The first two classes have business experience and minimum net worth requirements, while the third class requires cultural, athletic or agricultural experience.

Those with spouses, dependent children, grandchildren, conjugal or common law partners, and certain other family members who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents may seek immigration to Canada through sponsorship by a family member. Spouses, conjugal or common law partners, and dependent children receive priority in consideration.

This class of immigration applies to those who wish to work and live anywhere in Canada except Quebec. Skilled workers and professionals are admitted for immigration if they possess education and work experience, generally in occupations for which there is a shortage of qualified Canadians. In many cases, immigrants in this class are admitted without prior job offers if they demonstrate the financial ability to support themselves while seeking employment.