The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently implemented categories-based selection for permanent residence, which aims to streamline the immigration process and prioritize applicants based on ‘specific’ categories. These categories are designed to meet the labor market needs and economic priorities of Canada. By implementing such a system, the IRCC intends to ensure that immigrants they [IRCC] selects have the skills and qualifications required to contribute to the Canadian economy. Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will primarily target candidates in the following fields in this year, 2023:
The categories-based selection benefit both IRCC as well as potential immigrants. For IRCC, it helps in achieving its multi-year immigration target by efficiently managing the selection process. By targeting specific categories, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) can focus on attracting individuals who possess the skills and experience needed to address labor market gaps in the country. This approach enhances the likelihood of successful integration and contribution to the country’s economy. Category-based draws will help to address these shortages by allowing the government to target roles and industries facing the most severe shortages.
Over the next three years, Canada will increase the number of new immigrants to the country each year. Canada will aim to welcome 465,000 new immigrants in 2023. The target will rise to 485,000 new immigrants in 2024. And it will again rise in 2025 to 500,000 new immigrants.
The specific categories identified in the current year may vary depending on the evolving labor market needs and economic priorities. However, common categories often include skilled workers, professionals, tradespersons, entrepreneurs, and individuals with experience in in-demand occupations. These categories may be further subdivided based on factors such as education, work experience, language proficiency, and adaptability.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible for an invitation through a category-based round, you must:
With the introduction of Categories-based selection, there are now 3 types of invitation rounds in the Express Entry selection system. They are:
Express Entry is an electronic selection system used by the Federal as well as Provincial governments of Canada [to select], as well as designated Canadian employers [to nominate] candidates for Canadian permanent residence under three of its popular economic [skilled] immigration programs:
Candidates eligible for any of the above programs are given a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score in the Express Entry Pool. It is based on their Core/Human capital factors such as age, work experience, education, and language ability in English and/or French, etc. And, based on scores, candidates are periodically invited (or nominated) for permanent residence.
It is important to note that the Express Entry system is subject to change, and candidates should always refer to the official IRCC website or seek professional advice for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding immigration to Canada.
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