This introductory session is the first in the Study and Stay series and will give you an overview of the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Skills Immigration and Express Entry streams as they are most commonly used by international students. You will begin to position yourself within the context of immigration and start to develop a plan to meet your immigration goals. We will discuss eligibility, registration, and application processes.  All other sessions build on the foundational information in this session.   

Express Entry’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a points-based system used by Canada to rank candidates for permanent residence. This session will help you to calculate your points, and find opportunity for strategy to increase your ranking.

Express Entry is both a stand-alone immigration system, as well as an integration with the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) via the Express Entry BC (EEBC) option. This application stream is for those who are interested in learning how to use their skilled work experiences, particularly from abroad, to contribute to their permanent residence application in Canada.