Over 1,000 Americans move to Canada every month. As a US citizen or green card holder, you likely qualify for one of Canada's economic immigration programs. Our Canadian immigration lawyers identify your fastest pathway and prepare your full application, start to finish.
HOW IT WORKS
We review your education, work experience, age, language ability, and personal goals — then identify which of Canada's 80+ immigration programs you qualify for. Most US-based applicants qualify for more than one pathway, and choosing the right one matters.
Our Canadian immigration lawyers select the fastest, strongest route for your profile — Express Entry, a Provincial Nominee Program, or a work/study permit pathway. We prepare and submit a complete, lawyer-reviewed application with the rigour Canadian PR demands.
Once approved, you arrive in Canada — with the right to live, work, and study anywhere in the country, access universal healthcare, sponsor your family, and apply for Canadian citizenship after three years. Dual US/Canadian citizenship is permitted.
YOUR OPTIONS
There is no single way to move to Canada from the US. Most Americans qualify for more than one program — the right choice depends on your background, your timeline, and whether you want permanent residence right away or a stepping-stone first. Our lawyers identify the strongest path for your specific profile.
Best if you have a degree + skilled work experience
Canada's flagship economic immigration system manages applications for the Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades programs. Approximately 80% of Express Entry applications are processed within six months — making it one of the fastest immigration pathways in the world.
Best if you have a province in mind or specialised skills
Each Canadian province and territory operates its own Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) tailored to local labour market needs. A provincial nomination adds 600 points to your CRS score — effectively guaranteeing an Invitation to Apply for permanent residence under Express Entry.
Best if you want to build Canadian experience first
If you don't yet qualify for direct PR, a Canadian work or study permit can be the bridge. CUSMA (the updated NAFTA) makes it easier for many US professionals to obtain work permits, and Canadian work or study experience strongly boosts your future PR application.
Each month, more than 1,000 Americans move to Canada — for new opportunities, for family, for healthcare, or simply for a different way of life. Canada plans to welcome over 200,000 economic immigrants per year between 2026 and 2028, and US citizens and green card holders are among the strongest candidates for economic immigration programs.
The credentials that make you successful in the US — a degree, professional work experience, English proficiency — are exactly what Canada's Comprehensive Ranking System rewards. Most Americans qualify for multiple immigration programs, and many are surprised to learn just how attainable Canadian PR really is.
Once you're a permanent resident, you can live and work anywhere in Canada, access universal healthcare, sponsor your spouse and children, and apply for Canadian citizenship after three years. Many Americans also keep working remotely for their US employer while building their Canadian life.
With over 23 years of experience, Canadim is one of Canada's leading immigration law firms. Our team has helped thousands of Americans — US citizens, green card holders, and dual nationals — successfully relocate to Canada through Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, work permits, study permits, and family sponsorship.
We know that no two profiles are the same. After a thorough review of your background, we identify every program you qualify for, recommend the strongest path, and prepare a complete, lawyer-reviewed application — built to maximise your chances of approval and avoid the costly delays or refusals that come with weak submissions.
"Canadim is a great law firm consisting of an organized, helpful and professional team. They take their time to check all details of your case with you and will give you the best options to achieve your objectives. You will have constant communications with them, while reviewing your documents, which helps creating a flawless application. I had the opportunity to work with Jasmine, a very nice and professional member of the team, who was always available to answer my questions during the process. I would recommend this firm to anyone, without a doubt. I would like to thank Canadim, and specifically Jasmine, for all their support."
"First of all, I want to thank Canadim for all the help you have done to me. All their staff are very accommodating and approachable. They are patient and always answer all my questions and guided me step by step whenever I have problems or don't know what to do. They are always there to help throughout the processing. Thank you all for your tremendous help. I'm so grateful and thankful! I highly recommend Canadim. You're the best! God bless you always and may you continue helping people."
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No. Both Canada and the United States allow dual citizenship. You can become a Canadian permanent resident — and eventually a Canadian citizen — without renouncing your US passport or citizenship.
It depends on the program. Express Entry processes most complete applications within six months from Invitation to Apply, with total timelines typically running 6 to 12 months. Provincial Nominee Programs may take longer overall but can be faster for certain in-demand profiles. Work and study permits can often be obtained within weeks to a few months.
For most pathways, no. The Federal Skilled Worker Program under Express Entry does not require a Canadian job offer. Many Provincial Nominee Programs also accept candidates without a job offer. A job offer can add CRS points and unlock additional streams, but it is not a prerequisite for the majority of US-based applicants we work with.
Yes. Canadian immigration programs are based on your qualifications — education, work experience, age, language ability — not your nationality. Green card holders living in the US qualify for Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, and most work permit categories on the same terms as US citizens. Some specific routes (such as CUSMA work permits) are reserved for US citizens only.
Yes. Your spouse or common-law partner and your dependent children are included on your Permanent Residence application and receive PR status at the same time you do. They can live, work, study, and access healthcare in Canada from day one. Your spouse's qualifications can also add CRS points to your application.
The United States taxes its citizens on worldwide income, so US citizens generally must continue filing US tax returns even after moving to Canada. The US–Canada tax treaty is designed to prevent double taxation, and most Americans living in Canada do not end up paying tax twice — but you will typically need to file in both countries. We recommend working with a cross-border tax professional alongside your immigration application.
Canadian permanent residents and citizens have access to publicly funded healthcare through their province of residence. Coverage typically includes hospital and physician services without out-of-pocket cost at the point of care. Unlike the US system, healthcare is generally not tied to your employer — meaning you remain covered between jobs, during career changes, or in retirement.
Many Americans do exactly this. Once you're a Canadian permanent resident, you can live in Canada and continue working remotely for a US employer, subject to your employer's policies and tax considerations in both countries. Some clients also use the Intra-Company Transfer pathway to formally relocate within their existing multinational employer.
A past criminal record can make you criminally inadmissible to Canada, even for relatively minor offences. Since December 18, 2018, impaired driving offences (DUI/DWI) are classified as serious criminality under Canadian immigration law. Inadmissibility is fixable in most cases — but it must be addressed before you apply. Mention it during your assessment and we'll factor it into your strategy.
It is not legally required, but Canadian immigration involves precise legal analysis — selecting the right program, calculating CRS scores accurately, securing the right supporting documents, and navigating dozens of provincial streams. Errors or omissions commonly cause delays or refusals, and a refused application makes future submissions more difficult. An experienced Canadian immigration lawyer improves the quality of your file and your chances of approval the first time.
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