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Individual Immigration

Express Entry (FSW, CEC, FST)

Streamlining applications for skilled workers through Canada’s fastest immigration pathway, including Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades programs.

Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

Helping individuals selected by a province or territory to meet specific regional labour market and economic development needs.

Study Permit & Extension

Assisting international students with study permit applications, extensions, and changes of study level or institution in Canada.

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

Helping international graduates obtain open work permits to gain Canadian work experience after completing their studies.

Visitor Visa (TRV) & Visitor Record

Assisting individuals with temporary resident visa applications to visit Canada, and extensions of stay through Visitor Records.

Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)

For individuals who are inadmissible to Canada but have a justified reason to enter or remain. We help prepare compelling TRP applications.

Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC)

Assisting individuals who have been previously removed from Canada in obtaining authorization to return.

Permanent Resident Card Renewal

Helping permanent residents renew or replace their PR cards, including residency obligation assessments.

Citizenship Application

Guiding permanent residents through the Canadian citizenship application process, including preparation for the citizenship test and interview.

Restoration of Status

Assisting individuals who have lost their temporary status in Canada to restore their legal immigration status.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of study permits can BridgePoint Law help me apply for?
We handle the full range of Canadian study permits: initial applications, extensions, permits involving designated learning institutions (DLIs) requiring Provincial Attestation Letters (PALs), Study Direct Stream applications, and complex cases involving previous refusals or procedural fairness concerns.
I'm on a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) that is expiring. What are my options?
The right path depends on your situation. Options include applying for an LMIA-based or LMIA-exempt work permit, transitioning to Express Entry if you meet the requirements, applying under a Provincial Nominee Program, or obtaining maintained status on a lawyer's undertaking while the next permit is processed. We assess eligibility and build a strategy that preserves your status.
How long does Express Entry processing take?
Once an Invitation to Apply (ITA) is issued, standard processing is approximately six months, though complex files, background-check holds, or requests for additional documents can extend the timeline. Pre-ITA, the time you spend in the pool depends on your CRS score relative to current draw cutoffs.
Can I change my status from visitor to worker in Canada?
Yes, in certain circumstances. The pathway depends on whether you have a valid job offer with or without an LMIA, whether you qualify for an LMIA-exempt category, and whether the in-Canada processing option is available for your case. We regularly help clients transition status in Canada where eligible.
What is a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and am I eligible?
Each Canadian province operates its own PNP streams targeting specific skill sets, occupations, and connections to the province. Ontario's OINP, for example, has streams for skilled workers, graduates of Ontario institutions, and entrepreneurs. Eligibility is program-specific — we assess your profile against every open stream and advise on the strongest match.