Immigration information changes often. The Government of Canada's official pages are the final source to check before you decide. All the pages below are on canada.ca or ircc.canada.ca.
Programs
- Francophone Mobility work permit (C16): eligibility, how to apply, after you apply.
- IRCC's processing instructions for code C16: the guidance officers use, published publicly.
- Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP): eligibility, the 6 communities, applying for permanent residence.
- Express Entry for French-speaking skilled workers, and the Rounds of invitations page.
- Provincial Nominee Program: the list of provinces with links to each PNP.
Services and tools
- Check processing times: current times by application type and location.
- Fee list: the official fees.
- Find your NOC: look up occupation codes and TEER categories.
- Find free newcomer services near you: settlement services (subject to eligibility).
- IRCC secure account: apply and check your status.
Francophone communities
- Francophone immigration outside Quebec: IRCC's campaign page.
- Welcoming Francophone Communities: 24 communities that welcome newcomers.
- Destination Canada Mobility Forum: events for French-speaking candidates, free for candidates.
Fraud
- Protect yourself from immigration fraud: warning signs.
- How to report scams, fraud or abuse: how to report.
- Using an immigration and citizenship representative: how to choose a legitimate representative.
Checking that a page is official
- Government of Canada pages end in canada.ca or gc.ca.
- IRCC does not use free email services (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or social media to collect fees.
- The "Date modified" at the bottom of each page shows how current it is.
Note The full list of links for this article is in the "Official sources" section at the end of the page.
Frequently asked questions
Immigration glossary
Self-assessment checklist