Express Entry

Express Entry is Canada’s primary system for managing permanent residence applications under several economic immigration programs. It is designed to attract skilled workers who can contribute to Canada’s economy and workforce. The system operates through a point-based Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), evaluating candidates on factors like age, education, language proficiency, work experience, and adaptability.

Candidates create an online profile and enter a pool where they may receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence during regular draws conducted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Express Entry manages four main pathways:

• Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW)
• Federal Skilled Trades Program (FST)
• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) – Express Entry-aligned streams

Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

The Canadian Experience Class is ideal for individuals who already have skilled work experience in Canada. It’s tailored to temporary foreign workers and international graduates who have integrated into the Canadian labor market and are looking to become permanent residents.

Key Requirements:

• At least 1 year of full-time (or equivalent part-time) skilled work experience in Canada in the last 3 years (in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 jobs)
• Language proficiency: CLB 7 for TEER 0 or 1; CLB 5 for TEER 2 or 3
• Legally gained work experience (e.g., through a work permit)
• No education requirement, but points can be awarded for Canadian or foreign
• education

How We Help

• Personalized Case Management: We assess your Canadian work experience, ensure it meets IRCC standards, and guide you on documentation.
• Navigating the Express Entry Pool: We help you build a strong profile that highlights your Canadian education/work background, boosting your CRS score with a targeted strategy.
• Working Toward an Invitation: We monitor draws, recommend ways to increase your score (e.g., language retests or provincial options), and help you respond quickly once an ITA is issued.

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Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW)

The Federal Skilled Worker Program is for skilled professionals from around the world who have foreign work experience and are seeking to immigrate permanently to Canada.

Key Requirements:

• At least 1 year of continuous full-time (or equivalent part-time) skilled work experience in the last 10 years in an eligible occupation
• Language proficiency: Minimum CLB 7 in all four abilities (reading, writing, speaking, listening)
• Education: Secondary (high school) education minimum; higher education receives more points
• Must score 67 points or more on the FSW selection grid (based on age, education, work experience, etc.)

How We Help

• Personalized Case Management: We analyze your foreign work history, educational credentials, and ensure your profile meets FSW criteria.
• Express Entry Pool Strategy: We advise on optimizing your CRS score through education equivalency reports, language test preparation, etc.
• Getting You Invited: We track current CRS cut-offs, suggest realistic provincial options if scores are low, and support you in responding to an ITA quickly and accurately.

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Federal Skilled Trades Program (FST)

The Federal Skilled Trades Program targets skilled trade workers with experience in eligible occupations, such as electricians, plumbers, and construction workers.

Key Requirements:

• At least 2 years of full-time work experience (or equivalent part-time) in a skilled trade within the last 5 years
• Valid job offer in Canada OR a Certificate of Qualification from a Canadian authority
• Language proficiency: Minimum CLB 5 for speaking and listening, CLB 4 for reading and writing
• No formal education requirement (though it may improve CRS score)

How We Help

• Personalized Case Management: We advise on verifying trade qualifications, finding pathways to obtain a Certificate of Qualification, and preparing required documentation.
• Express Entry Profile Support: We ensure your experience aligns with eligible NOC codes and help you secure additional points through job offers or nomination programs.
• Invitation Strategy: We keep you informed on FST-specific draws and prepare your file for quick submission when the opportunity arises.

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Provincial Nominee Program (PNP – Express Entry Aligned) (Except Quebec)

Several Canadian provinces and territories use Express Entry to select candidates through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These programs allow provinces to nominate individuals based on specific local labor market needs.

Key Features:

• Must first qualify under one of the federal programs (CEC, FSW, or FST)
• Receive a provincial nomination through an Express Entry, aligned PNP stream
• Submit a PNP application to the province through the specific portal
• A nomination adds 600 CRS points to the Express Entry profile, increasing the chance of invitation.

How We Help

• Tailored Provincial Matching: We assess your profile to match you with the most suitable provincial programs and assist in preparing Expressions of Interest (EOIs).
• End-to-End Application Support: We handle all documentation, submission timelines, and communications with provincial authorities.
• Boosting Your Profile: With a nomination, your CRS score receives a major boost. Our goal is to help you secure that nomination and fast-track your invitation.