Canada C-19 Bill
Express Entry candidates may face changes to the selection pattern under Bill C-19.
The point-based selection method in Canada has been followed by Canada for years. It has been proven potentially great to attract international skilled workers and students from diverse fields.
But the increasing demand for skilled workers in Canada is also a concern to gain talent which could fulfill the labour requirements of different regions of the country.
Bill C-19 has been introduced to bring candidates who meet a particular set of requirements.
Let’s know more about Bill C-19 and how it will affect Express Entry candidates.
What is C-19 Bill Canada? How will it affect Express Entry candidates?
C-19 Bill passed in June 2022 changed the Immigration act in Canada. After the implementation of Bill C-19, Immigration Minister can select the Express Entry candidates based on specific “groupings”.
These groupings will likely be based on factors such as work experience, education, or proficiency in one of Canada's official languages.
For example- English language proficiency with a particular work experience.
How does Canada presently select Express Entry profiles?
Presently Canada follows a point-based system to select candidates from Express Entry.
Points are based on various factors such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency in one of Canada’s official languages, and others. Each factor contributes to creating an Express Entry profile of a person to further apply for a visa.
Profiles get picked by different provinces and through different provincial programs depending on the requirement in different provinces.
Know more about Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs
What changes are expected with Bill C-19 Canada?
With Bill C-19, Canada is expecting to achieve its economic goal by keeping all the demographics in mind.
Draws will be based on specific requirements, and only those profiles will receive an invitation that fulfills the criteria or fits the requirements.
Immigration Minister - Sean Fraser on C-19 Bill
“Where [the Express Entry system] could be improved is at present if there are particular challenges that your economy is facing it might be facing in the long term we don’t have the ability to tailor the invitations to apply to the Express Entry system to meet those in-demand skills or qualifications.”
“If you’re in a circumstance where you have an abundance of applications that are all in one particular sector, and that sector doesn’t have high needs in Canada the Express Entry system as it exists today, is likely to bring in people that might not be perfectly matched to the needs of the Canadian economy.”
C-19 Bill will select candidates based on regional, sector and language requirements in Canada. The new selection procedure will be different from the current selection procedure for Express Entry candidates.
The new selection will assess and track the requirements for different sectors, businesses, and Investors to grow the economy.
Immigration Minister determines the requirements by meeting local communities, territorial & provincial counterparts, business councils, and high-demanding sectors in the country.
To fulfill the skill/labor requirements, invitations will be decided on different qualification factors.
FAQs
Has bill C-19 been passed in Canada?
Bill C-19 was officially passed on June 23, 2022.
C-19 Bill and Express Entry draw 2023?
Bill C-19 passed on June 23, 2022, and Express Entry draws resumed in the first week of July 2022. In 2023, Express Entry draws may be based on Bill C-19 implementations and accordance.
Will Canada stop Express Entry in 2023?
For more than a month, we all have been waiting for the IRCC to resume Express Entry draws.
Express Entry candidates could be invited based on Groupings for example, candidates fulfilling a specific skill requirement with occupation, education, and language skills. Though Groupings has not been released yet, upcoming Express Entry draws could be based on C-19 Bill.
What is the immigration target in Canada for 2023-2025?
Canada aims for a high number of immigrants to welcome in the next 2-3 years. Over 500,000 new immigrants will be in Canada by 2025 (as per sources).
Prepare your profile to get Visa in Canada
Become eligible for Express Entry and get a visa from Canada. Your profile needs to be strong enough to receive an invitation from Canada.
- Take the IELTS test and score high
- Get Educational Credential Assessment done
- Check your Profile Demand in Canada
- Find the best program and check if you meet the requirements
- Apply to Canadian companies and get a job offer
- Gather all the documents (educational, financial, employment, etc.)
- Prepare the required funds for the visa
Having the above documents’ list ready, you can make your profile visible enough to get invited by immigration officers.
Know the best program to apply for and work in Canada
Conclusion
Bill C-19 is expected to be implemented in 2023. New programs and easy pathways for temporary resident visa seekers in Canada may also be introduced in 2023.
Many more new programs may come in the coming months but you need to know about their impact on your profile and if any new implementations would benefit you in immigration.
Canada has been progressively introducing new streams of immigration for international workers, students and temporary visa seekers. Stay up-to-date with the latest changes in the NOC 2021, Bill C-19, and expected changes in 2023.
If you want to know about the easiest and the best pathway to apply for a visa, talk to our immigration experts. They will tell you about your profile eligibility in different provinces, the best programs to apply and the complete process of a successful visa application.
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