In the fast-paced and ultra-competitive world, employers just cannot afford to wait months for the work permit formalities to be completed for an in-demand position without qualified domestic workers. This is why Canada has setup the Global Talent Stream, which is a unique stream under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. This stream offers fast-track processing...
Category: Express Entry
Overview of the Canada Experience Class Program and Comparison With the FSWP
With just 2-3 program-specific draws in a year, many foreign skilled workers in the EE pool got ITAs and became Canadian permanent residents without even coming across a program-specific EE draw. Express Entry is the application system for: Federal Skilled Worker Program Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canada Experience Class program. The CRS scoring system...
ITA in the Midst of a Pandemic—Here’s How You Should Proceed
Receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA for Canada) is always good news. It means your formal immigration application can begin with submission of the application form and supporting documents. Further, it also indicates that you stand a good chance to succeed provided the information submitted in your profile was accurate The Covid-19 pandemic forced Canada...
How Canada will Benefit from US Immigration Restrictions till the End of 2020?
The world’s preferred destination for immigrants has decided to restrict issue of new green cardsas well as short-term work permits. Ostensibly aimed at protecting American workers, thisdecision is likely to impact both the US as well as its neighbor Canada for a long time ahead.A quick comparison of immigration-centric responses by Canada and the USA...
Finding a Job in Canada—Understanding Wages and Other Requirements for a Valid Job Offer
Finding a job in Canada is the first step a foreign worker can take towards a happy and prosperous life in Canada. But just any job offer will not help you work and settle in Canada. Finding a Valid Job Offer in Canada can be challenging. Read ahead to learn more nitty-gritty details. The job...
Finding a Job in Canada—Understanding the NOC Matrix
NOC Matrix means National Occupational Classification Matrix (Canada). The NOC matrix is a standardized system that categorizes all the occupations in the Canadian labor market. Every occupation is allotted a NOC code along with an associated job title, lead statement, and list of major duties and responsibilities. Barring exceptions like international graduate streams or business...
Atlantic Immigration Pilot —An Easier Route to Canadian Immigration?
Canada has always been an immigrant-friendly nation but some provinces have been more successful in attracting immigrant talent as compared to others. Atlantic Immigration Pilot program (AIPP) is the one to credit. Historically, the Atlantic provinces have attracted fewer immigrants, which is why, as compared to other provinces, the four provinces of Nova Scotia, New...
Canada ‘Trumps’ the US as Preferred Destination for Indian Professionals and Students
Canada is fast becoming the preferred foreign destination for Indian professionals seeking immigration as well as Indian students seeking to secure a better future through a foreign degree. Canada Immigration for Indian Citizens is easier than the other alternatives. Numbers Paint a Clear Picture The number of Indian citizens qualifying for Canadian permanent residence has...
Canada Staring at Acute Shortage of Nurses—a Fantastic Opportunity for Foreign Nursing Professionals
Canada’s provinces are likely to focus on more immigrant nursing professionals even as the country stares at a sharp mismatch between risking nursing job vacancies and stagnant employment in the sector. The nurse shortage in Canada has brought fantastic opportunity for foreign professionals. Where are the Nursing Professionals in Canada? A 2017 report by Employment...