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Plain-language definitions for the immigration terms applicants see most often.
Immigration forms, program pages, and news updates use technical terms. This glossary explains common Canadian immigration vocabulary and links each term to a related IDLOGICE guide or service page.
CRS
The points system used to rank Express Entry candidates based on age, education, language ability, work experience, job offer, provincial nomination, and other factors.
Related IDLOGICE guideExpress Entry
Canada's online system for managing permanent residence applications from eligible skilled workers under programs such as Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades.
Related IDLOGICE guidePNP
A pathway where Canadian provinces and territories nominate applicants who meet local labour market or settlement needs. Some nominations can add 600 CRS points.
Related IDLOGICE guideNOC
Canada's system for classifying occupations based on job duties, skill type, and responsibility level. NOC/TEER fit is important for many immigration programs.
Related IDLOGICE guideTEER
The NOC category structure used to classify jobs by the training, education, experience, and responsibilities usually required for the occupation.
Related IDLOGICE guideLMIA
A document an employer may need before hiring a foreign worker, showing that hiring the worker is expected to have a neutral or positive impact on Canada's labour market.
Related IDLOGICE guideITA
An invitation issued to selected Express Entry candidates, allowing them to submit a full permanent residence application within the required deadline.
Related IDLOGICE guideECA
An assessment used to compare foreign education credentials to Canadian standards. It is commonly required for Express Entry applicants with foreign education.
Related IDLOGICE guideDLI
A Canadian school approved to host international students. Study permit applicants usually need an acceptance letter from a DLI.
Related IDLOGICE guidePGWP
An open work permit that may be available to eligible graduates of qualifying Canadian programs and institutions.
Related IDLOGICE guideTRV
A visa that allows eligible foreign nationals from visa-required countries to travel to Canada temporarily as visitors, students, or workers.
Related IDLOGICE guideRCIC
A licensed immigration consultant regulated by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants who can provide paid immigration advice and representation.
Related IDLOGICE guideUnderstanding the vocabulary is a first step. IDLOGICE can help you interpret how these terms apply to your immigration profile, documents, and pathway options.
