Eligibility for Express Entry programs

We choose skilled workers based on their skills and ability to contribute to Canada’s economy.

Jobs

Find a job, training, hiring programs, work permits, Social Insurance Number (SIN)

Immigration and citizenship

Visit, work, study, immigrate, refugees, permanent residents, apply, check status

Travel and tourism

In Canada or abroad, advice, advisories, passports, visit Canada, events, attractions

Business and industry

Starting a business, permits, copyright, business support, selling to government

Benefits

EI, family and sickness leave, pensions, housing, student aid, disabilities

Health

Food, nutrition, diseases, vaccines, drugs, product safety and recalls

Taxes

Income tax, payroll, GST/HST, contribution limits, tax credits, charities

Environment and natural resources

Weather, climate, agriculture, wildlife, pollution, conservation, fisheries

National security and defence

Military, transportation and cyber security, securing the border, counter-terrorism