You can immigrate to Canada in many ways. Each one has its own requirements and guidelines. These are the top ways you can immigrate to Canada. Express Entry is a point-based system used to select and assess skilled immigrants for Canada. Express Entry is only available to those who have been offered a job by a Canadian employer and have the necessary qualifications for a specific occupation in Canada. Canadian permanent residents and citizens can sponsor family members who wish to become permanent residents. Families that are eligible include parents, grandparents, spouses and common-law partners. PNPs: The Provincial Nominee Programs are a way for some provinces to nominate people who fit certain requirements to be admitted to Canada. Every province has its own application and criteria.