From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n On June 6, 2017, the Express Entry system in Canada introduced enhancements aimed at aiding skilled workers integrate smoothly into Canadian society. These changes not only facilitate the use of their skills to bolster the Canadian economy but also offer a more inclusive immigration process.<\/p>\n Candidates with siblings residing in Canada will now receive extra points. Research indicates that having family nearby can significantly aid newcomers in adjusting to life in Canada.<\/p>\n The system also rewards those with strong French language abilities. This change supports the development of Francophone communities across the nation.<\/p>\n Registration with the Job Bank is no longer required, and a new method has been introduced to rank candidates with tied scores, improving the system’s efficiency.<\/p>\n The Express Entry system continues to attract skilled foreign workers and international graduates who are keen to settle in Canada permanently. Their skills are in high demand, driving business growth and economic expansion.<\/p>\n \u201cEconomic immigration programs managed by the Express Entry system attract highly talented and skilled immigrants that businesses need to help grow and strengthen our economy. As the improvements are implemented, I\u2019m pleased that Canada will welcome more skilled immigrants with siblings in Canada who can help them quickly integrate into their new life here, and that we\u2019ll continue to see Francophone minority communities flourish.\u201d<\/p>\n \u2013 The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \u201cAfter two years at University of British Columbia, Vancouver was kind of starting to feel like home. I knew finding a job in Vancouver in architecture was not going to be a problem, with my background and especially having a degree from Canada. Express Entry was the option that I had to go for if I wanted to stay in Canada. The application process was very easy. Everything was very clear. Everything was very well explained on the website. My experience with Express Entry was so good that I would actually recommend it to everyone who actually has the option to apply.\u201d<\/p>\n \u2013 Express Entry participant, Miguel, Architect<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \u201cIf what you\u2019re looking for is safety, a feeling of oneness, feeling like you\u2019re not being judged, and you\u2019re actually part of the community, I wouldn\u2019t think twice before choosing Canada. The Express Entry system, I think it\u2019s by far the easiest system on the planet. I think it\u2019s transparent. All the information is out there. Everything\u2019s clear. I think going through the Express Entry system was probably easier than getting my driving licence. The whole process took three months for me, and I couldn\u2019t have been happier. I think, in Canada, with hard work and perseverance, the opportunities are endless.\u201d<\/p>\n \u2013 Express Entry participant, Dinesh, Business Analyst<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Contacts for media only<\/strong><\/p>\n Bernie Derible Media Relations<\/strong> For more information, explore these topics:<\/p>\n June 5, 2017\u2014Markham, ON \u2013 Improvements to the Express Entry system taking effect tomorrow help support the integration of skilled workers as they build their new life in Canada. This benefits Canada as newcomers are able to more quickly put their skills to use to help strengthen and grow Canada\u2019s economy. … <\/i>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":5982,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[89],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5984","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-immigration"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5984","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5984"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5984\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5982"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5984"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5984"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5984"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Introduction to Express Entry Changes<\/h2>\n
Key Updates to Express Entry<\/h2>\n
Additional Points for Siblings<\/h3>\n
Enhancements for French Speakers<\/h3>\n
Streamlined Process<\/h3>\n
Express Entry’s Role in Economic Growth<\/h2>\n
Testimonials from Express Entry Participants<\/h2>\n
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Additional Resources<\/h2>\n
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Media Contacts<\/h2>\n
\nMinister\u2019s Office
\nImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
\n613-954-1064<\/p>\n
\nCommunications Branch
\nImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
\n613-952-1650
CIC-Media-Relations@cic.gc.ca<\/a><\/p>\nRelated Information<\/h2>\n
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