Federal Skilled Worker Program

Immigration Minister Sean Fraser discusses Express Entry reforms Part 2 of CIC News's exclusive interview with Immigration Minister Sean Fraser on the changes to the Express Entry system currently being discussed in the Senate.

The Canadian government is on track to pass a bill that would allow the immigration minister to invite Express Entry candidates based on an economic goal.

By Shelby Thevenot

New Canadian immigration program in the works Canada is creating a new immigration program for temporary residents, and changes to Express Entry are on the way.

Canada is working on a new fast-track immigration program for temporary foreign workers and international students.

By Shelby Thevenot

How to immigrate to Canada using the Federal Skilled Worker Program Since its launch in 1967, the FSWP has been a leading immigration pathway for skilled workers.

Potential immigrants to Canada have over 100 different economic class immigration programs that they can use to get status as a permanent resident. The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) was established in 1967 and has proven to be one of the most popular options for skilled workers looking to call Canada their home.

By Edana Robitaille

Express Entry proof of funds increases for 2022 Federal Skilled Worker Program and Federal Skilled Trades Program candidates have until June 8 to update their proof of funds.

Canada has updated the proof of settlement funds requirement for Express Entry candidates.

By Shelby Thevenot

How to immigrate to Canada as a nurse in 2022 There are a number of pathways for nurses to immigrate to Canada.

The pandemic has exacerbated the need for nurses in Canada. One of the ways to fill job vacancies in the industry is to offer pathways to permanent residency for foreign nurses.

By Shelby Thevenot

How to immigrate through Canada’s Federal Skilled Worker Program A step-by-step guide on how you can get Canadian permanent residence through the Federal Skilled Worker Program.

Between its launch in 1967 and the start of the pandemic, the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) was the main immigration pathway for skilled workers to come to Canada. Following a temporary pause that has been in place since December 2020, Express Entry invitation rounds for FSWP candidates are set to resume in July. Also, […]

By Shelby Thevenot

Nearly 80% of Express Entry candidates fall under FSWP ANALYSIS: IRCC's snapshot of the Express Entry pool shows most candidates are eligible for FSWP. CEC candidates also increasing due to pause in draws.

The number of Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates in the Express Entry pool has swelled due to a lack of draws targeting these candidates.

By Shelby Thevenot

Is your work experience eligible for Express Entry? Learn how to check whether your job will count for points in the Express Entry system before you apply.

Work experience only counts for Express Entry if it is considered “skilled” according to Canada’s occupation classification system.

By Shelby Thevenot

How to immigrate to Canada through the Federal Skilled Worker Program The FSWP is the main way for skilled immigrants to move to Canada. Here is how you can benefit from the FSWP.

In 1967, Canada became the first country in the world to introduce an objective points system to welcome skilled immigrants.

By Daniel Levy