# Canada Visa
The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship exists and qualifies doctoral students with a funding amount of $50,000 per year for three years, and Pakistani migrants can apply for this scholarship to pursue their higher education in Canada through Express Entry.
Who Qualifies
Pakistani migrants who want to move to Canada through Express Entry must meet the eligibility criteria for the Express Entry visa categories, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canadian Experience Class. To be eligible, applicants must have a valid passport, language proficiency in English or French, and relevant work experience. They can also apply for Canada scholarships to fund their education.
University of Toronto Scholarships
The University of Toronto offers various scholarships to international students, including Pakistani migrants, with amounts ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 per year. Eligible students must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program, and the deadline for application is usually in February. For more information, visit https://www.utoronto.ca.
University of British Columbia Scholarships
The University of British Columbia offers scholarships to international students, including Pakistani migrants, with amounts ranging from $10,000 to $20,000 per year. Eligible students must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program, and the deadline for application is usually in December. For more information, visit https://www.ubc.ca.
Ontario Graduate Scholarship
The Ontario Graduate Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship that qualifies master's and doctoral students with a funding amount of $15,000 per year for two years. Pakistani migrants who are enrolled in a full-time graduate program at a university in Ontario can apply for this scholarship. The deadline for application is usually in October. For more information, visit https://www.ontario.ca.
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship is a PhD scholarship that qualifies doctoral students with a funding amount of $60,000 per year for three years. Pakistani migrants who are enrolled in a full-time doctoral program at a university in Canada can apply for this scholarship. The deadline for application is usually in December. For more information, visit https://www.trudeaufoundation.ca.
Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships
The Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships is a scholarship for refugees that qualifies undergraduate and graduate students with a funding amount of $10,000 to $20,000 per year. Pakistani migrants who are enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program at a university in Canada can apply for this scholarship. The deadline for application is usually in February. For more information, visit https://www.queenelizabethscholars.ca.
Application Steps
- Check the eligibility criteria for Express Entry visa categories.
- Create an online profile and submit the application.
- Upload required documents, including language test results and educational credentials.
- Pay the application fee.
- Wait for the invitation to apply for permanent residence.
- Submit the complete application for permanent residence.
- Attend the interview and medical examination.
- Receive the final decision on the application.
Documents Checklist
* Valid passport
* Language test results (English or French)
* Educational credentials (degree and transcript)
* Work experience documents (letter and certificate)
* Proof of funds (bank statement)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Express Entry program?
- Who is eligible for Express Entry?
- What is the processing time for Express Entry applications?
- Can I apply for DAAD scholarships as a Pakistani migrant?
- What are the scholarship deadlines for Canadian universities?
- Can I apply for a study permit as a Pakistani migrant?
- What is the cost of living in Canada for Pakistani migrants?
- Can I bring my family with me to Canada as a Pakistani migrant?
External Authority Links
For more information on Express Entry, visit https://www.canada.ca and https://www.ircc.gc.ca.
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