Federal Skills Trades Program
THE MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
have 2 years of full-time work experience (or its part-time equivalent) in a skilled trade within the period of 5 years before you apply.
know English, CLB level 5 for speaking and listening, CLB level 4 for reading and writing.
have an offer of full-time employment for the period of at least one year OR a certificate of qualification in your skilled trade that was issued by a Canadian province, federal or territorial authority.
be able to demonstrate your skills and experience as may be needed by your skilled trade.
NOC GROUPS OF ELIGIBLE SKILLED TRADES
Industrial, electrical and construction workers (major group 72)
maintenance and equipment operation workers (major group 73)
supervisors and technical workers in natural resources, agriculture and related production(major group 82)
processing, manufacturing and utility supervisors and central control operators(major group 92)
chefs and cooks( minor group 632)
butchers and bakers(minor group 633)
education
You don’t have to meet any requirements in terms of education; however, completing an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) would enable you to increase your rank in the Express Entry pool.
Proof of funds
You must show that you have enough money for you and your family to settle in Canada, unless you are currently able to legally work in Canada and have a valid job offer from an employer in Canada.
HOW WE CAN HELP
Evaluate your skills and experience with the various programs and provide options that best meets your and your employer’s needs.
Conduct a FREE Assessment and determining your eligibility for Express Entry
Create your Express Entry profile.
Make sure that your application is complete and correct before submission and meets IRCC requirements.
Prepare your file for submission to IRCC for Permanent Resident (PR) status once you have obtained a ITA.
