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  • Move to Canada with the Agri-Food Pilot Program in 2021

    Move to Canada with the Agri-Food Pilot Program in 2021

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    The three-year agri-food pilot program aims is another interesting category introduced by the government to fill labour shortages in certain industries. These are particularly in the meat processing and mushroom production sectors within the agri-food. The agriculture and agri-food industry are an important contributor to Canada’s economic growth and balance that has been creating many critical jobs in Canada.

    With this program the government is looking to help the agri-food sector bring in full-time, non-seasonal foreign workers needed to fill growing labour gaps.
    This new pilot aims to attract and retain workers by providing them with an opportunity to become permanent residents following an initial two-year stint on a temporary work permit, instead of having to renew their work permits repeatedly.

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    Every year a maximum of 2,750 principal applicants, excluding family members, will be accepted under this program. This represents a total of approximately 16,500 possible new permanent residents over the three-year duration of the pilot. There are specific occupations in the agriculture sector that qualify under this pilot. The occupations and industries eligible under the pilot include:

    1. Meat processing workers: retail butcher, industrial butcher, food processing labourer
    1. Harvesting labourer for year-round mushroom production and greenhouse crop production.
    2. General farm worker for year-round mushroom production, greenhouse crop production, or livestock raising.
    3. Farm supervisor and specialized livestock worker for meat processing, year-round mushroom production, greenhouse crop production or livestock raising.

    The Agri-Food Immigration Pilot will test a new, industry-specific approach to help address the labour needs of the Canadian agri-food sector, particularly in meat
    processing and mushroom production. The sector has been experiencing skilled labour shortage for a long time. While immigration in the agricultural sector is largely based on seasonal workers, this pilot aims to enhance the benefits of economic immigration to the agri-food sector by testing a new pathway to permanent residence. This program is a completely different initiative from the seasonal worker program which is designed to run for less than a year for low-skilled candidates for varied roles. 

    While immigration in the agricultural sector is largely based on seasonal workers, this pilot aims to enhance the benefits of economic immigration to the agri-food sector by testing a new pathway to permanent residence. This program is a completely different initiative from the seasonal worker program which is designed to run for less than a year for low-skilled candidates for varied roles. 

    The pilot will seek to attract experienced, non-seasonal workers who can economically establish in Canada, and who support the ongoing labour needs of the agri-food sector.

    Overall, the pilot will focus on attracting professionals like retail butchers, industrial butchers, food processing labourers, harvesting labourers, general farm workers, and farm supervisors and specialized livestock workers.

    Settlement Funds – It is imperative to note that the program have enough money to support yourself and your family members upon settlement in Canada.
    Those already working in Canada with a valid work permit are not required to provide proof of funds.

    The Agri-Food Pilot helps address the labour needs of the Canadian agri-food sector therefore a candidate with similar background related to the specific NOC code
    under which they qualify may apply for this program.

    The Agri-food pilot provides a pathway to permanent residence for experienced, non-seasonal workers in specific industries and occupations. It will run until May 2023 until any changes apply.

  • Canada with six new immigration pathways is geared towards granting permanent residency to 90,000 foreign nationals in Canada. Are you ready?

    Canada with six new immigration pathways is geared towards granting permanent residency to 90,000 foreign nationals in Canada. Are you ready?

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    On April 14th, IRCC announced six new immigration pathways to permanent residence for over 90,000 essential workers and international graduates who are actively contributing to Canada’s economy. This is big news for all the foreign nationals who are currently living and working in Canada and contributing effectively to the Canadian economy in an uncertain time like this. This means all the special public policies will grant permanent status to temporary workers and international graduates who are already in Canada and who possess the skills and experience we need to fight the pandemic and accelerate our economic recovery.

    What are the Six New Immigration Categories?

    The six new immigration pathways for the permanent residency is focused on candidates within Canada. The pathways are below–

    1. International students with with a job offer and minimum language score of CLB 5.

    2. Essential workers in healthcare sector also go through the minimum language requirements

    3. Essential workers in other sectors must have a valid job offer and meet minimum language CLB 4.

    4. Francophone international students

    5. Francophone essential workers in health sector

    6. Francophone essential workers in other occupations.

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    What to lookout for

    The pandemic has highlighted the contribution of foreign nationals in Canada, across all sectors and skill levels. During the global COVID-19 pandemic, there is an increased need to ensure that Canada has the necessary workforce to support the physical health and wellbeing of individuals, as well as the economic recovery. The public policy targets foreign nationals with at least one year of work experience in Canada in an essential occupation, in recognition of their economic contribution and in acknowledgement of the ongoing need that Canada has for these professionals.

    1. Inside Canada- An aspiring applicant must be in Canada at the time of submission

    2. Education Timeline – Must Have completed, prior to the date on which the application for permanent residence is received and no earlier than January 2017.

    3. Graduate Eligibility – Must have a degree (Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate) which must be a degree issued on completion of a program of at least 8 months in duration OR one or more Diploma with a combined duration of 16 months or more.

    4. Worker Eligibility – Should be employed in Canada with a valid permit or authorization to work pursuant to the Act and Regulations at the time the application for permanent residence is received and must not be self-employed, unless working as a medical doctor

    5. Family Members – It is a requirement for the applicant to reside in Canada, however any family member who are residing overseas during
    the time of submission (spouse, dependant children or common law partner) can be included in the application.

    6. Intended Province – In order to qualify for this program, the applicant must intend to reside in a province or territory other than Quebec.

    It is important for the applicant to be in possession of all required documentation for the application process. IRCC will start to accept applications from May 6, 2021 and will end on November 5, 2021 or once 40,000 applications have been received, whichever comes first.Greentech Team is here to work with you on a personal level to understand and meet your needs.

  • Why Canada Foreign Worker Recruitment needs immediate attention?

    Why Canada Foreign Worker Recruitment needs immediate attention?

    Canada foreign worker recruitment is at its peak level as the requirements are high these days. Canada is immigrant depended and one should know that clearly. Canada’s economy is driven by its immigration level plan. Despite the pandemic situation Canada never stops accepting applications for Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Program, Work permit, Study permit, etc.

    Canada’s recent updates to support its labour market:

    1. Visitor visa holders are getting more time to apply for a new closed work permit as IRCC to facilitate them with work permit extension where they can find a new employer-specific work permit for them.

    2. Post-graduate work permit holders to get an extra 18 months extension in their open work permit. Those who study online and about to complete 100% course are also applicable for the PGWP.

    3. Business visitors can work without a work permit under the international mobility program

    4. Short-term students in a foreign health care program can also work without a work permit under the international mobility program. Soon various provinces like Saskatchewan, Alberta are coming with a new policy to increase the immigrant density.

  • Finding a job in Canada: 5 simple steps to follow

    Finding a job in Canada: 5 simple steps to follow

    Canada is well known for its jobs which leads to Permanent Residency. Unlike other first-world countries, Canada’s economy is completely dependent upon its immigration policies. So we can see there was a significant drop in the Canadian job market.
    Now the situation is under control and employers are looking for candidates. With new immigration levels plan 2021-2023 we’re heading towards the recovery.
    Canada Job Bank is full of jobs and candidates are limited. So those who are interested in settle down in Canada, please follow the initial procedure before you get connected.

    Follow these 5 steps:

    Prepare your mind to work in Canada

    Working in Canada for a newcomer is always difficult because of the low temperature. Some provinces like Saskatchewan get -30 sometimes. So one must set his/her mind in that way but the thing is most of the time you don’t have to face this low-temperature situation because you will find all the facilities to overcome cold.

    Get Your IELTS and ECA done

    Always be ready with your International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam score and Educational credential assessment (ECA).

    Gather information about LMIA job and non-LMIA jobs

    One must know about Labour Market Impact Assessment(LMIA) and why it’s important.

    Find LMIA jobs from verified job portals like

    https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home

    https://www.ciccanadajobs.com/

    Apply for the work permit

    One must apply for a work permit to work in Canada. There are two types of work permit

    i. Open work permit: International students, Spouses of PR holders or Work permit holders are eligible for this work permit. According to this work permit, one can work for any employer.

    ii. Closed work permit: All most all foreign workers who are looking to work in Canada must apply for this work permit and they need to ask their employer to apply for the LMIA to hire them. Yes, this permit is employer-specific where one can work for a particular employer till the end. They can change the employer with some specific cases where the reason should be good.

    Find a certified foreign worker recruiter to help you

    Always remember if you’re outside of Canada and looking to get an opportunity better go for the certified foreign worker recruiter. You may find various consultancies with a job offer in hand but always check the bellow details
    a. The job offer letter must mention the LMIA number.

    b. The work permit must mention company details and one should verify it here https://www.canada.ca/en/services/business/research/directoriescanadiancompanies.html

  • International Experience Canada Pool for 2021

    International Experience Canada Pool for 2021


    If you are looking to work in Canada temporarily, then one of the best methods would be to check if you are a resident of an IEC participant country. The Canadian Government allows passport holders of the International Experience Canada or IEC participant countries to get work permits to stay and work in Canada for specified time limits. Depending upon the permit you have applied for and your requirement, you will be granted a particular permit type. Usually, this work permit should correspond to an ongoing degree that you are pursuing with an institute in Canada or your country. Some of the essential features of the IEC, especially for the year 2021, are as follows:

    1. Understanding the requirements of work holiday

    When you apply for a working holiday in Canada, it is first necessary to check if your country falls under the list of IEC participants and only then can you apply for a work permit. Additionally, the work holiday quota under which you apply will also depend your country of origin. For example, if you are an Australian passport holder, you have an unlimited quota for a work holiday. So you can be assured that the chances of your application for a work permit to be granted with or without a job offer is higher compared to similar applications from candidates of other countries. But if you have Costa Rican passport, then your work holiday quota is eighty. Hence, it is necessary to check with your embassy and your college regarding the pool and the work permit. You must also ensure that you make it to the pool in the first round of selection, and you do not have to wait for the next IEC season.

    2. Understanding the IEC categories

    The IEC recruitment occurs under two categories, viz. ‘Young Professionals’ and ‘International Co-op’. The two classes are designed to attract not just two age-group of candidates but also two levels of graduate students. For example, the Young Professionals category is for students who are in their post-secondary years. For such students, gaining professional experience can prove helpful in their careers and can even help them earn some money early only in their educational career. However, the only requirement that the students have to fulfill is that they should be enrolled in an institute in Canada. Similarly, International Co-op Internship is designed for the students enrolled in institutes in their respective countries of citizenship but want to work as interns in Canada. If you apply under International Co-op Internship, then all you have to show is a signed letter of a contract to work as an intern in a firm in Canada. This category is designed to help you gain the job experience you require to progress in your career.

    3. Travel restriction in 2021

    Given the condition in 2021, the Canadian Government has put forth certain travel restrictions even on IEC candidates. These restrictions, however, are being relaxed to a certain extent if you have proper work permits. If you are already working in Canada on a work holiday permit, you can continue working there till the permit expires. However, it would be best to stay in touch with your embassy if the Canadian Government brings in any new travel restrictions. As per the latest information, only individuals with the proper work permit and who have stayed in quarantine for the requisite amount of time can join work.

    Thus, even in the year, 2021 candidates from IEC participant nations can continue to work in Canada, but they have to keep in mind that they follow the necessary protocols.

  • Canada immigrants – solid support for the country on the path to economic recovery

    Canada immigrants – solid support for the country on the path to economic recovery

    An immigrant owns almost one in every three businesses in Canada, shares federal Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Marco Mendicino. They create jobs for sizable Canadians, making them self-reliant and adding to the country’s economy. The prevalent pandemic situation has created the need to rethink ways to attract immigrants so that economic recovery Canada roadmap can be chalked out with added conviction.

    Recently, the country has devised an immigration plan aimed to bring about 1.2 million permanent residents to the country by 2024. This plan is believed to be an effective driver of the country’s economic growth.

    However, accomplishing this plan is not going to be a cakewalk. The officials face the challenge of verifying the authenticity of foreign nationals’ credentials to begin with. Further, creating a welcoming atmosphere for the immigrants is a burning issue to address for Canada that is going the hardships like:

    • a. Rising cost of houses: The country needs to prepare to provide affordable housing solutions to the newcomers that may need living at a budget in the initial days. Who to cater on priority, retiring Canadians or working immigrants – is not an easy question to answer.
    • b. Costly devices: The surge in price of communications devices and internet connectivity solutions may prove another barrier. People looking for information to procure resources, establish businesses, and reaching people, find it challenging to meet their objectives due to the rising cost of communication.

    Impact over economy

    Canada’s immigration plan is expected to infuse new energy into the country’s economy. The sectors like real estate, education, transport that form the backbone of any country’s economy will be the prime focus of improvement in Canada too.

    Canada has always been a preferred destination for education. All Canadian universities are reeling under the impact of Covid-19. They also look up to the Government and its immigration policies to encourage people to study in Canada.

    Another factor to consider will be the gap in education and job availability. The concerning stereotype of highly educated foreign nationals working as cab drivers for survival needs immediate addressing. The authorities are serious about revaluation of foreign accreditations and contemplating the points like giving the educated people the well-deserved Canada jobs.Immigrants do bring along healthy competition, and to keep it healthy, ample job opportunities should be rolled out. Authorities claim that there is no dearth of opportunities, it is just that perspective needs to be molded to make it more accommodating towards immigrants.

    Canada Travel Restrictions

    In the wake of the COVID pandemic, travel to Canada is restricted as of now. From this month onwards, the people eligible to enter Canada need to furnish their details in ArriveCan app and show the app receipt. Also, they must share their quarantine plan unless they are exempted from the same.

    To conclude,

    For the country to be back in action, Canadian immigrants’ contribution is not ignorable. But, to encourage easy implementation of a new immigration plan, the authorities need to develop solutions for all possible problems that have been existent for a long. The new ones popping up due to changed conditions need a proper address plan too. Keep watching Canada Immigration News for the latest updates on study, career opportunities, and traveling in Canada.

  • Hong Kong pathway to Canada: Immigration 2021

    Latest Update: Hong Kong Pathway To Canada

    Canada launches Hong Kong pathways that will attract recent graduates and skilled workers with faster permanent residency:

    The Hong Kong pathway is a very positive initiative that will attract young and talented graduates with experience who will help drive Canada’s economy forward. Allowing flexible open work permits and a fast procedure to get residency for Hong Kong citizens will offer them a unique opportunity to develop their careers. This will also help Canada to accelerate their economic recovery with the help of skilled worker immigration.

    One of the main motives of this initiative is to strengthen the ties between Hong Kong and Canada that started more than 150 years ago when the first Hong Kong resident had arrived in Canada. Canada PR with Hong Kong will improve tremendously after initiating this program.

    As per the initiative between the two countries, Hong Kong residents will now be able to apply for new open work permits beginning on February 8th, 2021. These permits will be valid for three years allowing Hong Kong residents to gain valuable employment experience and help Canada grow.

    Hong Kong students looking forward to Canadian immigration for further studies need to attend a prerequisite or preparatory program to prepare them. In the pathway program, the student meets the main program’s language requirements by completing a language course.

    Specific facts fall under the Hong Kong Pathways initiated by Canada that are mentioned below.

    – Eligible spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children can apply for both study and work permits under this program as appropriate.
    – Only Hong Kong residents that hold a proper Hong Kong special administrative region or a British national passport will be eligible for the Hong Kong pathways programs.
    – As per the initiative taken by both the countries under this program, individuals who were previously ineligible will not get another chance with an updated assessment to apply for work or study in Canada.
    – Those Hong Kong residents who have fled to another country and are at risk of persecution are also eligible under the new Canada’s resettlement programs. This includes private sponsorship of refugee programs and government-assisted refugee programs.

    How can Hong Kong residents apply?
    – The Hong Kong residents currently in Canada for a temporary basis that includes visitors, students, and workers can apply online within Canada.
    – Hong Kong residents that are applying from abroad may not be able to come to Canada due to travel restrictions. They can only travel to Canada unless they have a job offer and should comply with all the public health requirements for the best results. These steps are taken due to the COVID restrictions prevailing in the country.
    Eligibility:
    There are specific criteria that will allow Hong Kong residents to apply. Below are the eligibility requirements that will enable Hong Kong residents to apply for Canada’s Hong Kong pathways.
    – The Hong Kong residents have to graduate with a Canadian Post-secondary diploma or a degree in the last five years to apply for the Hong Kong pathway.
    – Hong Kong students may hold an equivalent foreign credential for the same.
    – The post-secondary diploma program opted by the Hong Kong resident should be a minimum of 2 years to qualify for the Hong Kong Pathways launched by Canada.
    Conclusion:
    Both the countries have been looking forward to these types of programs for quite a long time now taking shape. Canada hopes to benefit from this Pathway program, as it will help them gain skilled workers and improve their economy in the end. On the other hand, Hong Kong students, workers, and tourists can now look for better Canada opportunities and settle there with ease.

  • A new flexible Co-op work permit for International Students

    A new flexible Co-op work permit for International Students

    Your dreams of completing your studies in Canada will come true once you acquire the study permit. The best thing about studying in Canada is that you can work simultaneously while completing your post-graduate course. As per the latest program delivery update, international students can board flights to Canada for higher studies and work by presenting a negative COVID-19 test report. After arriving in Canada, everyone is supposed to follow the 14-days isolation or quarantine period.

    What is a Co-op work permit?

    If you wish to work and study at the same time in Canada, you must get a co-op work permit. However, the co-op work permit will only be relevant if your work is integral to your courses, like an internship. By acquiring it, you can work full-time and continue to attend lectures or exams at your designated learning institution or DLI. The co-op permit will be valid for the same duration as your study permit, and without getting this permit, you would not be permitted to work full-time.
     

    How to get or apply?

    Before learning the steps to apply for the Post-graduate work permit, you should know the program’s eligibility criteria.

    • You need to present a valid work permit
    • Documents to show your need for working while studying for the course in Canada
    • The grade percentage of your co-op internship should not be above 50 % of your study program.

    It should be noted that certain DLIs are allowing students to work for the co-op placement from their home country. If your school agrees, you can even work for full-time Canada jobs from your home during the pandemic.

    Ideally, you should apply for your co-op permit after receiving the university’s acceptance letter, which specifies that the co-op program is a part of your course’s curriculum. You should apply for the permit usually before 4 months of the expiry date of your work permit. You can apply for the permit online and fill out the registration form, where you will have to fill in details about your address, education, etc. You will also have to pay for the biometrics processing fee before submitting your co-op application form. To improve your chances of getting selected by your school for the co-op program, it is necessary to score high PNP points.

     

    Difference between a Co-op work permit and Open Work permit

    To work in Canada, you would need to qualify for a work permit first, either a co-op work permit or the open work permit. If you have already completed your post-graduation program from a Canadian DLI and you have applied for permanent residence in Canada, then you need to submit the open work permit application. However, you will also be eligible to apply for the open work permit if you can show proof of your inability to finance your education. On the other hand, a co-op work permit is only awarded to the students if it is an integral part of a Canadian school’s study program.

    You will only be eligible to apply for the closed work permit for securing a position in a specific organization if you have positive LMIA points.

  • VAC services update: soon to open biometric appointments for other services

    VAC services update: soon to open biometric appointments for other services.

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    VACs by VFS global for Canada immigration are soon going to offer several services and new health and safety measures have been proposed in order to avoid the spread of COVID-19 virus. Before you apply for the same, here are the things that you need to ensure for work permit or study permit:.

    ● are exempt from the travel restrictions
    ● have complete knowledge about the changes to the application process
    ● Check the VAC’s website and learn about the services that they are offering.

    Passport Submission Webform:

    Soon to be launched coming week a new passport submission webform. Stay tuned to the VAC Web portal.

    Your passport for Canada jobs can only be submitted to a VAC only once you receive the request letter or get an email from the office. It is recommended that you check the VAC’s website before you send your passport.

    You are required to give your biometrics which include your fingerprints and photo (biometrics) once you have applied for the VAC services. For this, you are required to book an appointment first. .

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    Steps To Follow at VAC

    You need to book an appointment to give your biometrics. Here are the steps that you need to follow at the visa application centre:

    ● Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled appointment.
    ● Make sure that you attend the appointment for your visa application only & not someone else’s.
    ● People who are permitted to enter the Visa Application Centre include the applicants, caregivers and as well as children under 18 years.
    ● Don’t forget to bring a printed copy of your visa application. You also need to bring a valid passport or travel document which has minimum 2 blank on both sides.
    ● Bring along all the original and their copies for documentation.
    ● In case you didn’t pay for the visa fee online, you can do so once you are at the centre.
    ● Once you are at the centre, you are also required to submit your fingerprints and photograph. This is a part of the biometric information collection and will be collected using a digital finger scanner, and a digital photo will be taken.
    ● The digital photograph needs to be taken of your full face and without any sunglasses, or head covering other than religious or medical reasons. It is mandatory that your face is clearly visible and no hair fall over the eyes.
    ● You are required to ensure that your fingertips do not have forms of decoration – be it mehndi, abrasions, cuts, or other markings as these would create issues during the finger scans.
    ● In case you are applying for a visa on behalf of a child under 5 years of age, you are required to bring them to the appointment centre, but in this particular case, you are not required to provide their fingerprint information.
    ● Children under 18 years old are required to be accompanied by an adult and who is not a member of VFS staff.
    ● In case you miss your appointment on the given date, you are required to book a new appointment only after 24 hours from your previous appointment date.
    ● It is mandatory to get the biometrics information done, otherwise your visa application will remain unprocessed.

    Well, this was all about the procedure that you need to follow at the VAC centre. You need to make sure that you have all the proper documentation and carry out measures as mentioned above.

  • Wait ends! Express Entry Draw #171

    Wait ends! Express Entry Draw #171

    Express Entry

    Canada has resumed inviting applicants for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) through its Express Entry system, marking the first All-Program draw since pandemic restrictions were lifted. The Express Entry draw on January 6, 2021, was the 171st draw in the program’s history, where 250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued with a cut-off score of 813. This score applied only to those under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), but the draw extended eligibility to candidates from the FSWP, Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and PNP.

    Canada is committed to welcoming over 400,000 immigrants annually as part of its Immigration Levels Plan. If you’re considering immigrating to Canada, let’s explore how the Express Entry process works and how you can potentially qualify.

    Understanding Canada’s Express Entry Program

    Launched in 2015, the Express Entry system simplifies the application process for Canadian permanent residence. It manages applications for three main immigration categories:

    1. Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
    2. Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
    3. Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

    Additionally, some Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) have streams that align with Express Entry, allowing provinces and territories to select candidates who meet specific local needs.

    Each category has unique eligibility criteria to help skilled workers find the best pathway for their skills and work experience.

    What is the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)?

    The FSWP is ideal for highly skilled professionals who want to bring their expertise to Canada. Applicants typically possess:

    • A university degree, diploma, or certificate.
    • At least one year of continuous, paid, full-time work experience in specific skilled fields (outside Canada).
    • English or French language proficiency, as evidenced by standardized test results.

    This program is tailored for individuals in management roles, as well as professionals in fields like healthcare, technology, and finance.

    If you meet these criteria, you’ll need to undergo a points-based assessment based on factors like age, education, work experience, language skills, and adaptability. Achieving a high score in these categories enhances your chance of receiving an ITA.

    The Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)

    The FSTP is for qualified tradespeople with specialized skills. It supports professionals who work in the following sectors:

    • Industrial, electrical, and construction trades (e.g., electricians, carpenters)
    • Maintenance and equipment operation trades
    • Supervisory and technical roles in natural resources, agriculture, and manufacturing
    • Processing, manufacturing, and utility supervision
    • Culinary trades (e.g., chefs and cooks)
    • Food production (e.g., butchers and bakers)

    Candidates in this program must have at least two years of full-time work experience in a skilled trade within the last five years, meet the required job-specific skill qualifications, and have either an employment offer in Canada or a certificate of qualification from a Canadian authority.

    The Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

    The CEC is designed for skilled workers who have Canadian work experience. To qualify, applicants must have gained at least one year of skilled, paid work experience in Canada within the last three years. This pathway is popular among international graduates and temporary workers who have already integrated into the Canadian job market and wish to stay longer.

    How the Express Entry Process Works

    Canada’s Express Entry system uses a comprehensive points-based system, known as the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), to evaluate candidates based on factors like education, work experience, age, language proficiency, and other adaptability factors. Here’s a step-by-step look at how the process unfolds:

    1. Submit an Express Entry Profile: Candidates create an online profile detailing their qualifications and experience. Based on the information provided, they receive a CRS score.

    2. Receive a CRS Ranking: The system ranks candidates against others in the pool, based on their CRS scores. The higher the score, the better the chances of being invited to apply for permanent residence.

    3. Wait for an ITA: In periodic draws, candidates with the highest CRS scores receive an ITA, allowing them to proceed with their application for permanent residence.

    4. Submit a Complete Application: Once an ITA is received, candidates have 60 days to submit a complete application with necessary documentation, such as proof of work experience, language test results, and medical examinations.

    5. Approval and Landing: After approval, candidates can move to Canada and begin their journey as permanent residents.

    The Role of Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) in Express Entry

    Canada’s provinces and territories can nominate candidates for permanent residence through Provincial Nominee Programs. While some PNPs operate independently, many have Express Entry-aligned streams that allow selected candidates to join the Express Entry pool with an additional 600 points to their CRS score, significantly improving their chances of receiving an ITA. For instance, programs like Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) are commonly aligned with Express Entry to meet specific regional labor market demands.

    Why Immigrate to Canada Now?

    Canada’s recent immigration policy targets welcoming over 400,000 newcomers annually over the next few years, presenting an unprecedented opportunity for skilled immigrants. The country’s approach aims to drive economic growth by addressing labor shortages across various industries, from healthcare to information technology and skilled trades. Additionally, Canada offers a high standard of living, world-class healthcare, and robust social programs, making it an attractive destination for individuals seeking new opportunities and stability.

    Take the Next Step Toward Your Canadian Dream

    Navigating Canada’s immigration system can be complex, but working with licensed immigration consultants can help you find the best route based on your unique skills and goals. From determining your eligibility to preparing a strong Express Entry profile, consultants provide the guidance and expertise needed to streamline your application.

    If you’re ready to explore your options for Canadian immigration, contact GreenTech Resources, a licensed Canadian recruiter and immigration consultancy. Whether you qualify under the FSWP, FSTP, CEC, or through a PNP, our experienced team can help you start your journey to Canada with confidence.

    Your new life in Canada is just a step away—l