How to Immigrate to Canada using Federal Skilled Trades Program
The Federal Skilled Trades Program was introduced in 2013 to address the shortage of skilled
trades workers in Canada.
The Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) is an economic immigration pathway under the Express
Entry system. It was created to address the shortage of
skilled trades workers in Canada as the baby boomer generation reaches retirement age.
This, combined with Canada’s low birth rate, means there are not enough skilled trades
workers in Canada to fill the gap and immigration is vital to maintaining the skilled trades
workforce in the future.
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First of all let’s see what is the FSTP or federal skilled trades program?
The FSTP is a dedicated pathway for skilled
trades workers to gain status as a Canadian permanent resident. The eligibility requirements
differ from other Express Entry programs because they are specific to just one National Occupation
Classification (NOC skill level B). There are also different & easier educational and
language requirements. To be eligible for the FSTP, candidates must
meet the following criteria: • At least two years of skilled trades work
experience within the five years before applying • A minimum Canadian Language Benchmark of
5 for speaking and listening and 4 for reading and writing on their English or French language
test • Demonstrate proof of funds (if applicable)
Skilled worked experience To be eligible for the FSTP, candidates must
be able to demonstrate at least two years of paid, full-time work experience or an equivalent
amount of part time experience within the five years before you apply in any of the
following NOC occupational categories. All these major groups fall under NOC skill type
B: • Major Group 72, industrial, electrical
and construction trades • Major Group 73, maintenance and equipment
operation trades • Major Group 82, supervisors and technical
jobs in natural resources, agriculture and related production
• Major Group 92, processing, manufacturing and utilities supervisor and central control
operators • Minor Group 632, chefs and cooks
• Minor Group 633, butchers and bakers Language Requirements
Candidates for the FSTP must be able to demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency in either English
or French. They must have a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) score of five in speaking
and listening and a CLB score of 4 in reading and writing.
Proof of funds Candidates must be able to show that they
have enough money to support themselves and any dependent family in Canada. The amount
increases with the number of people you are supporting. Proof of funds comes from the
bank or financial institution where you keep your money and will show your average amount
balances over the previous six months and any outstanding debts. This is not necessary
if you are already employed in Canada, or you have a valid job offer from an employer
in Canada. Do not miss out on proof of funds video, you
can find all details with the latest version of proof of fund already updated for 2022
applications with a link below this video. Get assessed by a province or territory
Skilled trades in Canada are regulated by provincial and territorial governments. It
is likely that candidates for the FSTP will need a Canadian employer to provide some experience
and training. The process can differ in each province and territory. You can learn more
on the Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.
Your education There is no set education requirement for
FSTP candidates. However, by obtaining an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) or showing that
they have completed secondary or post-secondary education in Canada or outside Canada, candidates
for FSTP can boost their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score and improve their chances
of becoming a permanent resident through Express Entry.
Next steps Once a candidate has self-assessed that they
are eligible for the FSTP, they can go online and create an Express Entry profile on the
IRCC website. After you submit your profile, IRCC will provide you with a CRS score. This
score is based on criteria such as your age, work experience, language skills and education,
among other human capital factors. The score you receive is ranked against other
candidates in the Express Entry pool. Those with the highest-ranking scores will
receive an invitation to apply (ITA) for permanent residence. Once you have received
your ITA, you have 60 days to submit your application. IRCC then will evaluate your
documents and make the final decision on your application.
Express Entry invitations to FSTP candidates
have been paused since December 2021 due to the pandemic. However, invitations will resume
in early July of this year. IRCC is looking to clear the backlog of applications and bring
processing times to six months for new applications. According to the Immigration Levels Plan
2022-2024, Express Entry will once again become main way Canada welcomes economic class immigrations.
By 2024, Canada will look to welcome over 110,000 Express Entry immigrants.
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