Federal Skilled Worker Program

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

Canada updates Express Entry proof of funds for 2021 Federal Skilled Worker Program and Federal Skilled Trades Program candidates have until July 15 to update their proof of funds.

Canada has updated the amount of funds Express Entry candidates need to immigrate.

By Shelby Thevenot

How to immigrate to Canada as a nurse An overview of Canadian immigration programs for nurses plus new temporary PR pathways available to healthcare workers in Canada.

The pandemic has exacerbated the need for nurses and other health professionals in Canada. Even before coronavirus swept the globe, Canada had been experiencing a shortage of nurses, and as such there are a number of immigration pathways targeting these healthcare professionals.

By Michael Schwartz

Canada surpasses U.S. as most attractive destination for foreign workers The COVID-19 pandemic was the main factor influencing foreign worker preferences.

Canada has topped the U.S. as the most attractive destination for foreign workers, according to a report on global talent.

By Mohanad Moetaz

Express Entry: Canada invites 4,200 immigration candidates Canada has now issued over 78,350 ITAs to Express Entry candidates in 2020

Canada held a new Express Entry draw on September 30.

By Alexandra Miekus

Express Entry: Canada invites 4,200 immigration candidates FSWP candidates were included in today's draw. Canada has now issued 69,950 invitations to apply for permanent residence to Express Entry candidates in 2020.

The Government of Canada issued 4,200 invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence to Express Entry candidates in a draw held September 2.

By Alexandra Miekus

How to immigrate to Canada from the Middle East Middle Easterners can choose from over 100 immigration pathways to start a new life in Canada.

Many Middle Easterners choose to immigrate to Canada for a variety of reasons. The pathway to Canadian citizenship leads to universal health care, high quality education and job opportunities.

By Mohanad Moetaz