Quote from: BlackSword94 on August 11, 2015, 08:43:17 PM
Hello,
I am studying to be a computer engineer and I would like to go to Canada but I'm not sure they would hire a non-experienced young engineer and give a residence right away. I came across the term asylum or refugee programs that I can access the country through. If I contact a lawyer and explain my condition would I be able to emigrate there?
If anyone has any information please share.
Thank you,
Hi Yousef,
Refugee status in Canada is complex. I know people who have emigrated to Canada via refugee status. However it was on dubious grounds and they were eventually found out and had to go back home. So the Canadian Government is very skeptical now. However, you can still try. There is an organization called Rainbow Refugee Canada based in Vancouver that may be able to help you. They deal with LGBT refugees.
If you want to emigrate based on your skills, and not refugee status, you can apply but the best thing is to get a company to offer you a job. Canada uses a points based system where several things are factored in, including education and experience. Having a confirmed job offer increases your chances and having family in Canada also increases your chances. You must also have enough money to settle in Canada.
Getting a good attorney to help will go a long way. Choose wisely because there are a lot of crooks in the business.
Good luck and I hope you find success.