Bring the documents you will need to immigrate. Be sure to carry them with you.  Do not pack them in your suitcase.

• Canadian immigrant visa for each family member. When you arrive in Canada, make sure that a Canadian immigration officer signs your visa. This is a valuable document and should be kept in a safe place. It proves that you are a permanent resident of Canada.
• Valid passport or other travel documents for each family member
• Birth certificate for each family member
• Your Provincial Selection Certificate if you have been selected by a Province
• Marriage certificate (if applicable)
• Adoption, separation or divorce papers (if applicable)

You should also carry the following documents with you:

• Diplomas, transcript of courses and any educational degrees.
• Trade or professional certificates.
• Driver's license.
• Sufficient funds for short-term living expenses.
• Letters from employers and a list of your qualifications and job experience.
• Two copies of a detailed list of all personal or household items brought with you and a list of items to follow later. Provide the total value of the goods. When you arrive in Canada, give the list of officials of either customs or immigration.
• Immunization, vaccination, dental and other health records.