This program allows skilled workers with experience in a selected number of trades to gain legal permanent residence in Canada.
Eligibility requirements:
- Must have at least 24 months of skilled work experience in Canada which was gained in the 5 years leading up to the application, and which must have been gained under a valid work permit/visa (unless exempt)
- Must have experience which meets the specific job requirements of the trade, as set out in Canada's National Occupation Classification List
- Must meet the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) requirements detailed below
- Must have a Canadian full time job offer for a period of at least 12 months, OR a qualification certificate in their trade issued by a provincial or territorial authority in Canada
- Must plan to live outside of Quebec