Economic Immigration Canada
Key aspects of the federal economic immigration programs:
- Selection criteria: Applicants are chosen mainly for their ability to meet Canada’s labor market needs—not primarily for family ties or humanitarian reasons.
- Types of candidates: These programs are open to skilled workers, professionals, tradespeople, entrepreneurs, business investors, and sometimes caregivers, depending on the specific stream.
- Assessment methods: Factors include education level, skilled work experience (usually under Canada’s National Occupational Classification system), abilities in English and/or French, age, adaptability, and sometimes arranged employment in Canada.
- The most well-known federal programs include the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, Canadian Experience Class, and the Start-Up Visa Program. All are typically managed through the “Express Entry” system, which is a points-based immigration portal.
Federal economic immigration programs are pathways under which people are “selected by the federal government for their ability to contribute to Canada’s economy, whether as employees, investors, or business owners, and who are granted permanent residence to address national labor market needs or business development goals”.
These federal pathways are distinct from:
- Family-sponsored immigration, which is based on family relationships.
- Refugee class, which is prioritized for humanitarian reasons.
- Provincial nominee programs, which are run by individual provinces but may align with federal systems.
A skilled engineer from India who scores well on education, language, and work experience might be selected through the Federal Skilled Worker Program, which helps Canada fill technology and engineering labor shortages.
In short, federal economic immigration programs prioritize skilled newcomers who can help drive Canada’s long-term economic success
Canadian Economic Immigration Programs
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Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)▶
About the Program
The Federal Skilled Worker Program is a flagship pillar of Canada’s economic immigration system, crafted to attract highly skilled professionals from across the globe. This program operates within the Express Entry system and is open to those with substantial education, demonstrated professional experience, and proven language ability. Selection is based on a rigorous, multi-factor grid that evaluates age, education, official language proficiency, skilled work history, adaptability, and arranged employment. The fundamental objective of this program is to welcome individuals best equipped to integrate rapidly and contribute productively to Canada’s labor force, ensuring long-term economic vibrancy and demographic balance. This program is crucial for addressing Canada’s skills shortages in a range of vital sectors including technology, health services, finance, engineering, and management.
Application Process
Candidates must first create a profile in the Express Entry system, where their credentials are assessed and a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score is assigned. Invitations to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency are issued regularly to the highest-ranking candidates. Upon receiving an ITA, applicants submit a detailed application with supporting documents such as reference letters, educational credential assessments, and official language test results, plus medical and security clearances. Processing is streamlined, and most decisions are issued within six months from application submission.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have at least one year of continuous, paid, full-time (or part-time equivalent) skilled work experience in the last 10 years in occupations classified as NOC TEER categories 0, 1, 2, or 3. A minimum of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 in all language abilities is required, along with post-secondary education assessed through an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for foreign qualifications. Sufficient settlement funds must be demonstrated unless the individual already holds a valid job offer in Canada or is authorized to work in Canada. A minimum score of 67 out of 100 on the federal selection grid is needed to enter the Express Entry pool for this program.
Occupational Focus / NOC
The program encompasses a broad range of occupations including managerial roles, scientific and technical professions, health care workers, finance professionals, and skilled tradespeople within the acceptable NOC TEER categories.
Key Points
No Canadian job offer is required for eligibility, but possessing one can greatly increase chances of selection. FSWP is the largest intake category for economic immigrants in Canada, catering to a wide spectrum of skilled workers.
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Federal Skilled Trades Class (FSTC)▶
About the Program
The Federal Skilled Trades Class is a targeted stream within Express Entry, created to invite qualified tradespeople who possess essential, often hands-on skills needed in Canada’s booming industries. The program acknowledges the high practical value these workers bring and also addresses ongoing nationwide shortages in critical trade occupations. Successful immigrants under this stream have opportunities to enjoy long-term career stability, strong earning potential, and broad geographic options across Canada.
Application Process
Applicants provide an Express Entry profile detailing their trade, experience, and Canadian qualifications or job offers. A valid job offer for at least one year from a Canadian employer or a certificate of qualification from a Canadian provincial, territorial, or federal authority is mandatory. Candidates are assessed by CRS and invited on the basis of periodic draws.
Eligibility Criteria
The program requires at least two years of full-time paid work experience in a qualifying skilled trade within the past five years. Candidates must also satisfy language requirements (CLB 5 for speaking and listening, CLB 4 for reading and writing). Additionally, either a full-time job offer valid for at least one year or a certificate of qualification in the trade is mandatory to qualify.
Occupational Focus / NOC
The program covers trades listed under several NOC codes, including but not limited to electricians, welders, plumbers, carpenters, chefs, bakers, machinists, and butchers.
Key Points
The FSTC provides a crucial channel for foreign tradespeople who have the qualifications and experience to fill Canada’s workforce gaps in trade occupations, ensuring economic growth and boosting employment in essential sectors.
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Canadian Experience Class (CEC)▶
About the Program
The Canadian Experience Class provides a streamlined route to permanent residency for those who have already established themselves in Canada through work or study permits. It recognizes the value of Canadian work experience and cultural adaptation, allowing international students and temporary workers who have contributed to the labor market to become permanent residents. The CEC is especially attractive for graduates of Canadian institutions and foreign nationals working temporarily in Canada who wish to stay and build their lives here.
Application Process
Candidates apply via Express Entry, highlighting at least one year of skilled Canadian work experience in the last three years and meeting language requirements. Ranked using the CRS, the highest-scoring candidates are regularly issued ITAs. After being selected, applicants submit documents verifying experience, education, and language skills, along with medical and security clearances.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, at least one year of full-time, paid skilled work must be completed in Canada in a NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupation in the past three years. Minimum language requirements for TEER 0/1 jobs are CLB 7; for TEER 2/3, CLB 5 suffices. Applicants must intend to live outside Quebec.
Occupational Focus / NOC
All skilled categories qualify, whether in healthcare, tech, business, retail, sciences, or trades. The CEC is favored by temporary foreign workers, postgraduate work permit holders, and those transitioning from study to work in Canada.
Key Points
The process is fast and efficient, with no proof of funds or arranged employment required. It is an ideal pathway for individuals seeking to leverage recent Canadian work experience into permanent status.
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Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)▶
About the Program
The Atlantic Immigration Program is a regional initiative created by the Canadian federal and Atlantic provincial governments to address demographic challenges and labor market needs of Atlantic Canada’s four provinces. It provides a supportive system for employers and newcomers alike, emphasizing community integration and facilitating permanent residency for qualified skilled workers and international graduates who commit to living and working in these provinces.
Application Process
Applicants must obtain a job offer from a designated Atlantic employer and collaborate with employers and provincial representatives to create a settlement plan tailored to the applicant's and community’s needs. Provincial endorsement is required before submitting a federal permanent residency application through IRCC. Eligible candidates may also apply for a temporary work permit to start employment prior to final PR approval.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have at least a year of skilled paid work experience in the last five years or be recent graduates from eligible post-secondary institutions in Atlantic Canada. Language skills must meet CLB 5 or higher in English or French. Educational qualifications should be comparable to Canadian standards, verified by an Educational Credential Assessment for foreign credentials. Proof of sufficient settlement funds is required unless the applicant is already employed in the region.
Occupational Focus / NOC
The AIP focuses on a broad range of skilled occupations, which differ among the four provinces but generally include business, technology, healthcare, and trades tailored to regional economic needs.
Key Points
The program is unique in providing pre-arrival settlement supports and community engagement to improve integration and retention of newcomers in Atlantic communities.
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Caregivers Program▶
About the Program
The Caregivers Program encompasses two main pilot streams designed to address Canada’s need for qualified caregivers who contribute to in-home child care, elderly support, and nursing assistance. This program provides not only a pathway for work but also a clear route to permanent residency for caregivers and their families, recognizing their integral role within Canadian society.
Application Process
Applicants must secure a valid job offer in an eligible caregiving role and either meet experience or educational requirements depending on the stream. Once in Canada on a work permit, they can apply for permanent residence after fulfilling relevant work periods and conditions.
Eligibility Criteria
The streams require a job offer in NOC 44100, 44101, or 33102, with 6 months to 2 years of experience or education. CLB 5 or higher is required for language skills, along with high school diploma or ECA (if outside Canada). Health and security checks are mandatory.
Occupational Focus / NOC
Focus on caregiving professions essential for child care, elderly support, and home nursing.
Key Points
This program plays a crucial role in Canada’s health and social care sectors, allowing families to secure trained caregivers while enabling the caregivers' pathway to permanent residence.
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Federal Business Programs (Start-Up Visa)▶
About the Program
Canada’s Start-Up Visa program invites international entrepreneurs who have innovative business concepts capable of competing globally. This pathway fuels economic growth by attracting creators of new technologies and scalable businesses that expand Canadian employment opportunities.
Application Process
Applicants must obtain a Letter of Support from a designated Canadian investor or business incubator acknowledging the promise and feasibility of their business plan. After securing endorsement, they submit their permanent residency application while concurrently advancing their business in Canada.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants are required to meet English or French language thresholds (CLB 5 minimum), have financial means sufficient for settlement, and fulfill ownership criteria ensuring the applicant and endorsers have control over the company. There is no obligation under NOC, as the focus is on entrepreneurship and economic benefit.
Key Points
This program uniquely combines immigration with support for business innovation, fostering an environment conducive to startup success.
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Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)▶
About the Program
Provincial Nominee Programs enable provinces and territories (excluding Quebec) to nominate candidates who best meet their distinct labor market and demographic needs. They function in partnership with the federal government and are critical in supporting regional economic growth, especially in less populous communities and provinces experiencing acute skills shortages. There are streams for skilled workers, semi-skilled laborers, international graduates, and entrepreneurs, each tailored to regional economic conditions.
Application Process
Candidates may apply directly through a province’s chosen stream or enter the Express Entry system and declare their provincial preferences. A Provincial Nomination Certificate is awarded to successful applicants, enabling them to apply for PR via IRCC. Express Entry-aligned streams grant up to 600 bonus CRS points, almost guaranteeing an invitation.
Eligibility Criteria
Requirements are set by each province—notably, connection to the province (past work or study), occupation in-demand, job offers, business intent, and sometimes language and education minimums. Regional in-demand occupation lists are updated frequently to reflect ongoing labor needs and economic growth priorities.
Occupational Focus / NOC
Focus areas include health, technology, agri-food, transportation, manufacturing, construction, and hospitality, among others, according to each region’s strategic goals and industry profile.
Key Points
PNPs are essential tools in Canada’s immigration strategy to ensure immigrant distribution matches economic demands and community priorities.
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Quebec Skilled Worker & Business Programs▶
About the Program
Quebec maintains exclusive authority over its immigration selection, emphasizing French language proficiency and cultural fit. Its Skilled Worker Program with the Arrima application system enables the province to respond to its unique labor market and demographic challenges. In parallel, Quebec’s Business Immigration streams attract entrepreneurs, investors, and self-employed individuals who contribute economically while fostering Quebec’s francophone identity.
Application Process
Applicants submit expressions of interest and profiles via Arrima. Selected skilled workers receive Quebec Selection Certificates (CSQ), enabling further federal permanent residency applications. Business stream applicants must submit comprehensive business plans demonstrating financial capacity and potential economic impact.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants are evaluated using a points system awarding scores for French language ability, education, work experience, age, and familial/territorial ties. Applicants must meet Quebec’s priority occupation lists with strong emphasis on francophone integration.
Occupational Focus / NOC
Focus areas include technology, trades, health care, and business with priority given to occupations with labor shortages and businesses likely to stimulate economic contribution within Quebec.
Key Points
The Quebec immigration system is distinct from federal pathways and requires applicants’ intent to establish permanent residence and life strictly within Quebec’s borders.
To assess eligibility, You'll need to answer few questions based on the six selection factors used by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). These factors contribute to a score out of 100 points, and you must score at least 67 points to be eligible.
This tool checks whether you meet the 67-point minimum requirement for the FSW program — the first step to enter Canada’s Express Entry system. All factors are based on the latest IRCC 2025 updates.
To calculate your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for Express Entry, I’ll need detailed information in several categories. Please answer the following questions as accurately as possible.
Use this calculator to estimate your CRS score based on the latest IRCC rules (2025 update). As of March 25, 2025, points for arranged employment and LMIA have been officially removed.
Knowing your CRS score is crucial. Based on your result, our immigration experts will guide you to improve your profile — including language score enhancement, PNP nomination, education/work in Canada, and more — to help you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) at the earliest opportunity.
The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a point-based system used to assess and rank Express Entry candidates based on key factors such as age, education, work experience, language skills, and additional criteria.
Category | Criteria | Points |
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Core Human Capital Factors | ||
Age | 18–35 years | Up to 110 |
Age | Above 35 (decreasing to 0 by 45+) | Varies |
Education | PhD / Master's / Bachelor's | Up to 150 |
Language (CLB 9+) | 4 abilities (R, W, L, S) | 34 each (136) |
Second Language | CLB 5+ French or English | Up to 24 |
Canadian Work Experience | 1–5+ years | Up to 80 |
Spouse/Common-law Partner Factors | ||
Education | PhD / Master's / Bachelor's | Up to 10 |
Language (CLB 9+) | Each ability | Up to 20 |
Canadian Work Experience | 1–5+ years | Up to 10 |
Skill Transferability | ||
Education + Language | CLB 9+ + Post-secondary | Up to 50 |
Foreign Work Exp + Language | CLB 9+ + 3 years exp | Up to 50 |
Canadian & Foreign Work | Combined experience | Up to 50 |
Cert. of Qualification | With CLB 5+ & NOC trade | Up to 50 |
Additional Points | ||
Provincial Nomination | Valid PNP | 600 |
Valid Job Offer | NOC 00 (executive roles) | 200 |
Valid Job Offer | Other NOC 0, A, B | 50 |
Canadian Study | 1–2 years / 3+ years | 15 / 30 |
Sibling in Canada | Citizen or PR | 15 |
French Proficiency | NCLC 7+ + English CLB 4 or less | 25 |
French + English | NCLC 7+ + CLB 5+ | 50 |
Total Maximum CRS Points | 1,200 |
Our immigration experts will assess your profile and recommend the most suitable Canadian immigration program, including FSWP, based on your skills and qualifications.

Canada PR Application - Initial Assessment
Important Information: This application form is for initial profile assessment by the Maxic Arrow Immigration Expert Team in collaboration with their CICC-authorized Immigration Legal Representative. This is not a direct application to IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada).
The information you submit will be professionally reviewed to evaluate eligibility, identify improvement areas, and guide you strategically. Once reviewed, suitable candidates will be assisted by Maxic Arrow’s authorized RCIC consultant for formal submission under Canadian immigration law.
Easily verify your occupation’s eligibility for PR—use the official NOC tool to check your National Occupational Classification (NOC) code and its criteria.
In-demand occupations are job categories urgently required in Canada. Having experience in these boosts your PR selection odds across federal and provincial programs.
- Registered Nurses (NOC 31301, TEER 1)
- Licensed Practical Nurses (NOC 32101, TEER 2)
- Nurse Aides, Orderlies (NOC 33102, TEER 3)
- Physicians (NOC 31101)
- Pharmacists (NOC 31120)
- Medical Lab Technologists (NOC 32120)
- Civil Engineers (NOC 21300, TEER 1)
- Software Engineers (NOC 21231, TEER 1)
- Data Scientists (NOC 21211, TEER 1)
- Cybersecurity Specialists (NOC 21220, TEER 1)
- Electricians (NOC 72200, TEER 2)
- Plumbers (NOC 72300, TEER 2)
- Welders (NOC 72106, TEER 2)
- Transport Truck Drivers (NOC 73300, TEER 3)
- Airplane Mechanics (NOC 72404)
- Butchers (NOC 63201)
- Food Processing Labourers (NOC 85101)
- Transport Truck Drivers (NOC 73300)
- Nurse Aides (NOC 33102)
- Agricultural Workers (NOC 85100)
- Construction Trades (NOC 73400+)
- Nurses, Technicians
- Software Developers (NOC 21232)
- Electricians, Carpenters
- Engineers, Healthcare Workers, Heavy Equipment Operators
- Welders, Mechanics, Nurses, Cooks, Retail Supervisors
- Early Childhood Educators
- Cooks
- Healthcare Aides
- Truck Drivers
- Farm Supervisors (NOC 82030)
- Butchers (NOC 63201)
- Harvesting Labourers (NOC 85101)
- Home Child Care Provider (NOC 44100)
- Home Support Worker (NOC 44101)
TEER Level | Description |
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0 | Management occupations |
1 | University degree required |
2 | College diploma/apprenticeship training |
3 | Post-secondary/job-specific training |
4-5 | Secondary school or on-the-job training |
- Search / Find NOC Use the official Canadian tool to search and confirm your job's NOC code or description for PR eligibility (2025 revision).
- Always check your eligibility under your specific PR stream.
- Your education/experience must match your TEER level.
- Some pathways require a job offer—don’t miss this key step.
Please complete a technical evaluation for the most accurate eligibility assessment.
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