Canada remains one of the most popular destinations for immigrants, offering opportunities for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and families. In 2025, there are several pathways to obtain Canadian Permanent Residency (PR), each with its own requirements and benefits. Here are the four easiest and most accessible ways to get PR in Canada:

1. Express Entry System

The Express Entry system is one of the fastest and most efficient ways to obtain PR in Canada. It’s an online application management system for three main economic immigration programs:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): For individuals with a higher level of education and professional work experience in skilled occupations.
• Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): For skilled tradespeople, such as electricians, plumbers, or carpenters.
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC): For those who have gained skilled work experience in Canada, usually on a temporary work permit.

Why it’s Easy:

• The Express Entry system is based on a points-based system (Comprehensive Ranking System or CRS). Applicants with higher points based on factors like age, education, work experience, and language proficiency are invited to apply for PR.
• Express Entry draws are held regularly, and candidates with the highest scores are invited to apply for permanent residency.
• It’s one of the quickest routes, with most applicants receiving an invitation within six months.

2. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

Each of Canada’s provinces and territories has its own Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Through these programs, provinces select immigrants who can fill labor shortages and contribute to their local economy.

Why it’s Easy:

• Many provinces have PNP streams that align with the Express Entry system. If you receive a nomination from a province, you can gain an additional 600 points toward your CRS score, which significantly increases your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for PR.
• The PNP allows applicants with specific skills or experience to move to a province that is actively seeking those skills. For example, tech workers may have better chances of being nominated by Ontario or British Columbia.

3. Study Permit and Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

For students looking to move to Canada, applying for a study permit is one of the most accessible pathways. Once you complete your studies, you can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), which allows you to gain valuable Canadian work experience. After gaining experience, you can apply for permanent residency through the Canadian Experience Class.

Why it’s Easy:

• Canada offers a PGWP to graduates of eligible post-secondary programs, allowing them to work full-time for up to three years after graduation.
• After obtaining Canadian work experience, you can apply for PR through Express Entry (under the Canadian Experience Class) or a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
• The process is clear, and Canadian work experience significantly improves your chances of being eligible for PR.

4. Family Sponsorship

If you have a close family member who is already a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, they can sponsor you for permanent residency. This includes spouses, common-law partners, dependent children, parents, and grandparents.

Why it’s Easy:

• Family sponsorship is one of the most straightforward pathways for people who have close relatives in Canada.
• Canada’s family reunification programs are prioritized, and the processing times are often shorter compared to other immigration programs.
• This pathway is particularly beneficial for couples, as spousal sponsorship is relatively easy for those who meet the eligibility requirements.