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Canada NOC list changes affect Express Entry candidates

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  According to the government website, Canada's immigration department will transition to the 2021 National Occupational Classification, Canada NOC list system on November 16, 2022. Ineligibility for several of Canada's immigration programmes, notably Express Entry, will alter as a result of the revised NOC list.  Currently, you must have job experience that matches NOC skill categories 0, A, or B, which are consistent with the Canada NOC list 2016, in order to submit an Express Entry application for permanent residence in Canada. After the change, the new Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities (TEER) system will be used by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to establish a candidate's eligibility for work experience.  The data below compares TEER categories to talent types from the Canada NOC list for 2016: Skill Type 0 to TEER 0 Skill Level A to TEER 1  Skill Level B to TEER 2 Skill Level B to TEER 3 Skill Level C to TEER 4 Skill...

Saskatchewan Occupation in-demand: How to Apply?

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  Managed under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), the Saskatchewan Occupation in-demand stream is designed for international workers that can meet labor market shortages across high demand jobs in Saskatchewan.  Candidates with relevant academic and employment experience in such high demand jobs in Saskatchewan – and a qualifying score in the SINP’s point assessment grid – are eligible to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) under this stream.  Candidates that meet the eligibility criteria and prerequisites – are nominated under the Saskatchewan Occupation in-demand stream. Successful candidates are issued an invitation to apply (ITA) for Canadian permanent residency.  This stream uses the SINP point assessment grid to rank potential candidates against one another. Only candidates that have the most competitive profiles – are invited to submit an application under the Saskatchewan Occupation in-demand.  Saskatchewan Occupation in-demand: Prog...

Is there an age limit to apply for Canada PR from India?

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How important is your age when you immigrate to Canada from India? The Canadian government is always on the lookout for young immigrants between the ages of 18 and 35. Hence, candidates applying for a Canada PR within this age gap, have a slight advantage over other candidates.  Concerns regarding the age limit for Canada PR are becoming more common. So, is there an age limit to apply for Canada PR from India? Although age might affect your chances to immigrate to Canada from India – it is important that it is not a determining element. There are certain ways to reclaim points lost in the CRS score calculator for the “Age” factor. What is the CRS score?  Every candidate applying for Canada PR under the Express Entry is assigned a CRS score based on certain human capital, skills transferability, and additional factors. Such factors usually include Education, Work Experience, Language Proficiency, Adaptability, Provincial Nomination, Spousal Sponsorship, and Age.  Candidat...

Is moving to Canada from India worth it?

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  Moving to Canada from India? Great move! Unquestionably one of the most beautiful nations in the world, Canada has attracted a large number of immigrants. You may find stunning scenery, a dependable healthcare system, and an education system that is so good that Canada is ranked third in the world for its strength by the world population review in the Great White North.  Canada loves multiculturalism and immigrants! The fact that Canada officially adopted a policy to promote multiculturalism in the 1970s, led by Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, and has continued to do so ever since, as well as the fact that they recognize the social significance of immigrants moving to Canada, demonstrates the country's embrace of multiculturalism – and love for immigrants. A high quality of life. In 2020, Canada was rated as having the best quality of life. Relocating forward to the year 2022, we are witnessing an increase in the number of people moving to Canada . Canada truly has that ...

Top 5 provinces in Canada for IT jobs!

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  IT is among the most in demand jobs in Canada – the Canadian IT industry is booming!  Canada is one of the leading countries when it comes to technology, and offers plenty of opportunities for IT professionals looking to work and settle in the country. According to the United Nations, the Great White North is one of the most preferred immigration destinations in the world to study, work, invest, and settle in. No matter which province you decide to work in, you’ll find plenty of IT jobs. The salary prospects of IT professionals are also one of the highest in the country, and there is definite career growth. When it comes to IT jobs, every province in Canada has its own set of unique opportunities – some just being slightly better than others. At present, there are 5 provinces that have the highest concentration of IT jobs in the country.  Ontario  Besides being home to the country’s capital, Ontario is also the most populous province in Canada. The average salary o...

Minimum score required for Federal Skilled Worker Program

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  The Federal Skilled Worker Program is one of the three programs managed by the globally-renowned Express Entry System. The Federal Skilled Worker Program allows immigrants with relevant work experience and no connection to Canada – to apply for permanent residency.  Just as every other program under the Express Entry, the FSWP also uses a point-based system to select eligible candidates. But, unlike the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), candidates applying for permanent residency under the FSWP are not mandated to have Canadian work experience in order to enter the Express Entry pool. Instead, candidates are just required to have a qualifying score in the CRS points calculator.  Scores in the CRS points calculator are assigned based on factors such as Age, Education, Work Experience, Language Proficiency, Provincial Nomination, Adaptability, and so on. Candidates showcasing a strong CRS score, have higher chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian pe...