1. 10 Things You Should Know about the Federal Skilled
Worker Program
Many prospective immigrants were excited to learn that the Federal Skilled
Worker (FSW) program reopened to applicants on May 1, 2014. The program,
Canada’s most popular, is open to applicants with education and experience in
one of 50 eligible occupations.
While some aspects of the FSW program remain unchanged from the previous
application cycle, there are some important changes as well.
Here are ten things prospective applicants need to know about the FSW
program as it stands today:
1. 35 new occupations have been added
Out of the 50 total eligible occupations, a full 35 of these occupations were not
previously eligible. These include popular jobs in fields such as finance,
nursing, health services, and management. To view the full list of 50 eligible
occupations.
2. Previous applicants can re-apply
Individuals who applied to a previous cycle of the FSW program, but had files
returned because their cap had been filled, may apply again if they continue to
meet eligibility criteria. Individuals whose applications have already been
accepted for processing do not need to send in a second application.
3. Selection criteria has not changed
No eligibility or selection criteria has been changed. This means that applicants
must still score at least 67 points on the FSW selection grid in order to be
selected for permanent residency. Points are attributed for factors such as
language skills, education, work experience, age, and adaptability to Canada.
4. Educational assessment reports can be reused
An individual who has already had his or her educational credentials assessed
by a designated organization may reuse their assessment report for application
under the current FSW program. Applicants should include the original report
that was returned to them with their previous application.
A copy of the original report may be used in the following circumstances:
 The original report was sent with a FSW application on or after May 4,
2013; and
 The original report was not returned to the applicant.

2. In this case, the applicant should send a copy of his or her refusal letter as well
as a note explaining that their original educational assessment was not returned.
5. Multiple applications may be accepted
If an individual has a year or more of work experience in more than one eligible
occupation, he or she may apply to the FSW program under each occupation.
Generally speaking, applicants may apply as many times as they like, under the
same program or multiple programs. However, they must pay a separate
application fee for each application.
6. No new forms are required
No additional forms are required under the newest application cycle. The
already existing application forms and application guide may be used for
submission.
7. Part-time work may be accepted
Applicants can count part-time work experience towards their work experience
requirement. This work must be paid, continuous, and must take place within
ten years of the date of application.
8. Language requirements have not changed
Applicants must still provide proof of language proficiency in English or
French. This is done by providing results from a designated third party language
exam.
As before, applicants must meet minimum language thresholds in order to apply
to the FSW program.
9. Processing times are faster
The Canadian government has expressed its intention to bring processing times
for the FSW program to under one year. Recent applicants to the program have
indeed begun to receive decisions on their applications within this timeframe.
10. Last chance to apply to the FSW program
On January 1, 2015, a new immigration intake system known as Express
Entry will come into force. This system will pre-select applicants for a
range of immigration programs, including the FSW program. As it
currently stands, this is the last opportunity for applicants to apply directly
to the FSW program.
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