3. Finding Internationally Trained Workers
3. FINDING INTERNATIONALLY TRAINED WORKERS
3.2.1 Federal Skilled Worker Program
The Federal Skilled Worker Program is for foreign citizens who wish to immigrate to Canada or become permanent residents of the country.
What you need to know
- The program uses six selection factors to assess applications: education, language skills, experience, age, arranged employment and adaptability. Each factor is allotted a maximum number of points, and applicants must obtain at least 67 points in order to qualify for a Canadian immigration (permanent resident) visa.
- Some countries require that their citizens meet certain conditions to work abroad.
- Ask the foreign worker to verify if additional conditions apply in his or her country. You can also contact the country’s consulate in Canada or visit its website for more information.
- If you plan to hire skilled workers for permanent positions and support their immigration, you can improve their chances of being approved by applying for an arranged employment opinion (AEO) from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada.
- Note that Citizenship and Immigration Canada considers AEOs when reviewing applications for permanent residence, but that an AEO does not guarantee a work permit will be issued.