Latest glance on a Federal skilled worker program

June 16, 2014 · 4:46 pmImmigration
Latest glance on a Federal skilled worker program

There is an excellent opportunity to immigrate to Canada under the Federal class category. Professionals whose occupations are in demand in Canada (we have 50 eligible for immigration occupations) may apply now to get permanent residence. It is important for a candidate, except having their professions on the list, to evaluate their diplomas and transcripts in one of our universities and undergo a language test before submitting an application. Since we have a cap of 500 candidates per profession for this year, it is advisable to prepare your papers in advance. In the case your application is refused because the cap is reached, it is still a good idea to have your diploma evaluated and test results handy for the next year or, alternatively, for assessing your chances under other programs. You have to keep in mind that our immigration programs might change and, if your papers are ready, you will have a better chance to be among the first applicants for a new program. For example, one of our provinces, Saskatchewan, published a long list of professions in demand for 2014 in that province where 150 candidates were taken per profession.

How does the Federal Skilled Worker Program select applicants?

The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) is managed through Express Entry. First you must meet the minimum requirements and score at least 67 of 100 on the selection-factor grid to enter the pool; then the Comprehensive Ranking System decides who is invited to apply.

StageWhat it measures
67-point grid (eligibility)Education, language, experience, age, adaptability
Enter the Express Entry poolYou meet the FSWP minimums
CRS rankingCompetitive score against other candidates
Invitation to applyAbove the draw’s cut-off score

Express Entry is an IRCC application; Karb Law’s legal team assists with strategy and filing. Request a free assessment.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What score do I need for the Federal Skilled Worker Program?

To be eligible, you must score at least 67 out of 100 on the FSWP selection-factor grid, which covers education, language, work experience, age, arranged employment, and adaptability. That lets you enter the Express Entry pool, where the Comprehensive Ranking System then determines invitations.

Is the 67-point grid the same as the CRS score?

No. The 67-point grid is a pass/fail eligibility test for the Federal Skilled Worker Program. The Comprehensive Ranking System is a separate, competitive score used to rank everyone in the Express Entry pool and decide who receives an invitation to apply.

Official resources

External links are provided for general information only and are not legal advice.

Angelina Shuster — Licensed Paralegal, Karb Law
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Angelina Shuster

Licensed Paralegal · Law Society of Ontario

Angelina Shuster is a paralegal licensed by the Law Society of Ontario with 25 years of experience in Canada. Based at Karb Law’s office in Richmond Hill, she represents clients across Ontario and in immigration matters throughout Canada, and has helped thousands of people with immigration and legal matters — refugee claims, appeals, admissibility and detention reviews before the Immigration and Refugee Board, and summary-conviction criminal matters.

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