Updated for 2026 Express Entry

Find Your Best Path to Canadian PR

No confusion. No guesswork. We analyze your profile using current IRCC data and tell you exactly what to do — which pathway, what's holding you back, and your next steps in order.

Free · Takes 5 minutes · IRCC-accurate CRS calculation

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Your CRS Profile

We calculate your exact CRS score using the same formula as IRCC. Every field matters for your strategy.

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First Official Language
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Second Official Language (Optional)
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Work Experience
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Your Immigration Strategy

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About Global Pathway Advisory

Global Pathway Advisory is a free, AI-powered tool built to help international students and skilled workers navigate Canadian permanent residency without paying thousands of dollars to consultants for information that's publicly available.

We are not a licensed immigration consultancy. We are an information and education platform. Our CRS calculator matches the official IRCC calculator exactly, and our AI strategist is built on current Express Entry policy data — including category-based draws, PNP eligibility, and pathway analysis.

Why we built this: too many international graduates pay $3,000–$5,000 to consultants for advice that boils down to running a CRS spreadsheet and pointing at obvious next steps. The real intelligence — knowing which category-based draw fits your NOC, when to pivot to PNP, how to leverage a PGWP timeline — has been gatekept behind a paywall for too long.

For any actual application work, please consult a licensed RCIC or immigration lawyer. We help you understand your options. They handle the paperwork.

How It Works

1. CRS Calculator

You enter your profile: age, education, language scores, work experience, and other factors. We calculate your exact CRS using the same formula as IRCC's official calculator. Verified score-for-score.

2. AI Strategy

Once your profile is complete, our AI analyzes it against current Express Entry data — recent draw cutoffs, category-based draws (healthcare, STEM, trade, French, education, transport, agriculture), provincial nominee programs, and bilateral pathway options. It identifies your primary recommended pathway, a backup option, gaps holding you back, and a sequenced action plan with timelines.

3. Follow-up Chat

After your initial strategy, you can ask follow-up questions: "What if I improve my IELTS to CLB 9?" "Should I switch to BC PNP?" "Is my NOC classified correctly?" The AI has your full profile in context, so it gives specific answers tied to your actual numbers.

4. Save and Resume

Your assessment auto-saves to your device. Close the tab, come back tomorrow — pick up where you left off. Nothing is sent to a database. Your data stays on your device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this really free?

Yes. No signup, no credit card, no paywall. We may offer paid features in the future (deeper assessments, RCIC referrals), but the core CRS calculator and AI strategy will remain free.

Are you a licensed immigration consultant?

No. We are an information platform. We do not represent applicants, file applications, or provide legal advice. For any application work, you must consult a licensed RCIC or immigration lawyer.

How accurate is the CRS calculator?

It uses the exact IRCC formula and has been verified to match the official calculator score-for-score. We update it whenever IRCC updates their criteria. The most recent change reflected: removal of job offer points (March 25, 2025).

Does the AI know about category-based draws?

Yes. Healthcare, STEM, French language proficiency, trades, transport, agriculture, and education category draws are all included. The AI references the most recent draw cutoffs when giving advice.

My NOC is being classified wrong. Why?

NOC classification depends on actual job duties, not just titles. If you only entered a job title, the AI is guessing. Go back and add specific duty descriptions in the duties field — that's how IRCC actually classifies your work.

Will my data be sold or shared?

No. Your profile is saved only on your device's browser storage. The only data leaving your device is what's needed to generate the AI response, and that's processed through Anthropic's Claude API, not stored on our servers beyond ephemeral logs (24 hours, for debugging).

Can I use this for countries other than Canada?

Right now we only cover Canadian PR. Expansion to other countries is on our roadmap.

What if the AI gives wrong information?

We've built in safeguards, but AI can make mistakes. Always verify any specific advice against official IRCC sources or with a licensed RCIC before acting on it. If you spot something wrong, please use the feedback form to let us know.

Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

What we collect

When you use our calculator, the profile data you enter (age, education, language scores, work experience, job description, etc.) is stored only in your browser's local storage. It does not leave your device unless you actively use the AI chat feature.

When you use AI chat or strategy generation

Your profile and chat messages are sent to our serverless function and forwarded to Anthropic's Claude API to generate a response. The AI response is returned to you. Anthropic's API processes data per their own policies (anthropic.com/legal). Our serverless logs retain request data for up to 24 hours for debugging, after which it is automatically deleted.

Cookies and tracking

We use browser local storage to save your assessment so you can resume it later. We do not use third-party advertising cookies, analytics tracking, or behavioral profiling.

Your rights

You can clear all saved data at any time using the "Start Fresh" button on the landing page, or by clearing your browser's site data for our domain. Since we don't have user accounts, there is no central record to delete.

Children

This service is intended for adults pursuing Canadian permanent residency. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18.

Contact

For privacy concerns, contact us through the feedback form on the results page.

Terms of Use

Last updated: April 2026

Information only — not legal advice

Global Pathway Advisory provides educational information about Canadian immigration pathways. We are not a law firm, immigration consultancy, or licensed RCIC practice. Nothing on this site constitutes legal advice. The CRS calculations, pathway recommendations, and AI responses are informational tools — not professional legal counsel.

No applicant-representative relationship

Using this tool does not create any professional or fiduciary relationship between you and Global Pathway Advisory. We do not represent you in any IRCC matter.

Verification required

You agree to independently verify all information from this tool against official IRCC sources (canada.ca/immigration) and to consult a licensed RCIC or immigration lawyer before submitting any application or making material decisions about your immigration status.

No warranty

This tool is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. AI-generated content can contain errors. Immigration policies change. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any specific purpose.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Global Pathway Advisory and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use of this tool, including but not limited to immigration application outcomes, financial loss, or missed deadlines.

Acceptable use

You agree not to: abuse the AI chat with automated requests, attempt to extract the system prompts, misrepresent yourself, or use the tool for any unlawful purpose.

Changes

These terms may be updated as the platform evolves. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Important Disclaimer: Global Pathway Advisory provides immigration strategy guidance and information only. We are not licensed RCICs (Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants) or immigration lawyers. This tool does not constitute legal advice. Always verify your strategy with a licensed RCIC or immigration lawyer before submitting any application to IRCC. Immigration policies change frequently — confirm all information against official IRCC sources.