Since 2015, Canada has primarily managed skilled worker applications through the Express Entry system. This dynamic system invites only the highest-scoring candidates to immigrate, ensuring that most new immigrants are economic class skilled workers.
What is the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)
To rank Express Entry candidates, the Canadian government employs the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). This system allocates up to 1,200 points based on three main factors, determining which skilled workers receive invitations to immigrate:
- Core Human Capital Factors
- Skill Transferability Factors
- Additional Factors relating to a provincial nomination, a qualifying offer of arranged employment, Canadian study experience, a sibling in Canada, and/or French language ability.
Securing arranged employment is highly beneficial for Express Entry candidates, as it can add 50 to 200 points to their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. This significant increase enhances their chances of being invited to immigrate to Canada.
| Qualifying offer of arranged employment | Points |
| For a qualifying job offer of arranged employment from a Canadian employer if the offer is in an occupation contained in Major Group 00 Senior Management Occupations | 200 points |
| For a qualifying job offer of arranged employment from a Canadian employer if the offer is any other qualifying offer of arranged employment | 50 points |
Express Entry candidates should note that only qualifying job offers are eligible for Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points under “arranged employment.” Understanding the criteria for these offers is crucial for maximizing CRS scores.
CRS scores are calculated varies between Express Entry programs
There are 3 immigration programs managed through Express Entry:
- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
IRCC also clarifies that what qualifies as eligible employment changes depending on the program. Here are the differences:
| Criteria | FSWP & CEC | FSTP |
| Job Offer Requirements | Not required for eligibility but can boost CRS points if obtained. | Required for eligibility unless the candidate has a certificate of qualification from a Canadian province or territory. |
| Work Experience | Minimum 1 year of continuous work experience in a skilled occupation. | Minimum 2 years of work experience in a skilled trade within the last 5 years. |
| Language Proficiency | FSWP: CLB 7CEC:CLB 5 (for NOC B jobs) CLB 7 (for NOC 0 and A jobs) | CLB 5 for speaking and listeningCLB 4 for reading and writing |
| Educational Requirements | Secondary education minimum(higher education can earn more points) | Not required(having a credential can earn CRS points) |
| Settlement Funds | Proof of funds required unless the candidate is already working in Canada or has a valid job offer | |
| Additional Points for Job Offer | Yes, a job offer can significantly boost CRS points (50 points for NOC 0, A, B jobs and 200 points for NOC 00 jobs) | Yes, but the job offer must be from a Canadian employer and be for at least one year after receiving a PR visa |
| Application Process | Apply through the Express Entry system, meet the minimum points threshold | |
| Have either a job offer or a certificate of qualification | ||
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