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Relocation to Vancouver from the US??

i am moving to vancouver canada, and i need the 101, basic

HOW TO MOVE TO CANADA?

im not looking to relocate permantely, just for 4 years at least, so i need my work permit? or if im staying for that long do i need to appy for my permant residency?
what forms do i need to show at the boarder? basically… what do i need to do? the very very very basic of stuff to know.
and if i decide to apply for residency what forms to do i need to have, ect.

that would be so so so so helpfull!!!

Answer 1: go to ; www.canada.gc.ca for all info

Answer 2: Assuming that you are an American citizen, single and/or your spouse is not Canadian citizen (landed resident) - yuo can stay in Canada for not more than 6 months; you do not need anything, show your passport or other proof of your American status at the border (check airport rules, they may demand a passport and may not be satisfied with other documents) and go. American citizens as well as citisens of other countires can not work in Canada without a work permit, in most cases it’s very difficult to get a work permit. As a American citizen, hold a College diploma/ University degree and work experience is some particular professional areas you can get Trade Nafta instant work permit for one-year; otherwise you need to stay in a long line for landed status. There are some special programs for temporary workers mostly in labour/ construction/ but not sure if it’s for you…it’s easier for students to get a work permit but you need to be accepted in a Canadian college/ university and pay for your education first…