How can I come to Canada as a skilled trades worker?

The Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) is for people who want to become permanent residents of Canada based on being qualified in a skilled trade.

To be eligible to apply, you must:

• Have at least 2 years of full-time work experience in an eligible skilled trade
• Meet minimum language levels in English or French
• Have an offer of full-time employment for a total of at least one year or
• Have a certificate of qualification in your skilled trade issued by a province or territory

Ontario has Express Entry streams called the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program that are specific to that province, should you choose to live in Ontario.

Note: If you plan on living in Quebec, there is a different Quebec-selected skilled workers application process.

What kind of Work Experience do I Need?

Your work experience must be in a trade that is part of Skill Level B in the Canadian National Occupational Classification (NOC).

You must have had that work experience during the last five years.

How do I Apply to the FSTP?

If you are eligible to apply under the FST category, you may submit your profile to Express Entry. Express Entry is a new online application system for economic immigration categories, such as the FSTP.

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