Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the first
Express Entry draw inviting only those with Canadian work experience under a
new category on March 5. In the draw, 250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were sent
out, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 429.
The new category includes high level roles such as senior managers,
physicians, and researchers, which are all important to spurring economic
growth, strengthening health care, and driving innovation. By inviting
candidates with Canadian work experience in these roles, IRCC is putting a focus
on those who have already shown that they can make a successful transition into
the Canadian workforce.
Category | Occupation (NOC
Codes Bolded) | TEER | Eligibility |
Physicians
with Canadian Work Experience |
| 1 | At least 12 months of
full-time (or part-time equivalent) Canadian work experience in the past 3
years, but this does not need to be continuous.
|
Senior
with Canadian Work Experience |
| 0 | At least 12 months of
full-time (or part-time equivalent) Canadian work experience in the past 3
years, but this does not need to be continuous.
|
Researchers
with Canadian Work Experience |
| 1 | At least 12 months of
full-time (or part-time equivalent) Canadian work experience in the past 3
years, but this does not need to be continuous.
|
This new category indicates a move towards targeted selection in Express Entry, focusing on those with Canadian experience in important occupations. A&M Canadian Immigration Law Corporation can assist in assessing eligibility, identifying experience in qualifying occupations, and creating a plan to increase your chances of being selected.
