Federal Skilled Trade Workers
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) – Canada
The Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) is a Canadian immigration pathway designed for individuals with experience in a skilled trade and who want to become permanent residents of Canada. This program is part of the Express Entry system and offers a streamlined process for tradespeople to obtain permanent residency.
Overview of the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
The FSTP provides an opportunity for individuals with work experience in specific skilled trades to apply for permanent residence in Canada. This program is ideal for individuals who do not have a university degree but have practical, technical skills that are in demand in the Canadian labor market.
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Eligibility Requirements for the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
To be eligible for the Federal Skilled Trades Program, applicants must meet several criteria, which include experience in a skilled trade, language proficiency, and other factors. Below are the detailed eligibility requirements:
1. Skilled Work Experience
- • Skilled trade experience: You must have at least 2 years of full-time (or the equivalent in part-time) work experience in one of the eligible trades in the last 5 years. The work experience must be in a skilled trade that is listed under National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes 7271 to 7299 or other approved skilled trades.
- • The work experience must be in a skilled trade that requires at least two years of training or on-the-job experience. Some examples of eligible skilled trades include:
- o Construction trades: (e.g., electricians, carpenters, masons, plumbers)
- o Industrial/technical trades: (e.g., welders, heavy-duty equipment mechanics)
- o Transportation trades: (e.g., truck drivers, aircraft maintenance engineers)
- o Service trades : (e.g., chefs, bakers, butchers, hairstylists)
2. Job Offer or Certification Requirement
To qualify for the FSTP, you must meet at least one of the following conditions:
- • A valid job offer of full-time, permanent employment in Canada for at least one year in your skilled trade from a Canadian employer, or
- • A certificate of qualification in your trade issued by a Canadian provincial or territorial authority. This certificate proves that you are officially qualified to work in your skilled trade in Canada
Note: While a job offer is not required, it can significantly enhance your chances of being selected for the program and obtaining permanent residence.
3. Language Proficiency
You must demonstrate your ability to communicate in either English or French by taking an approved language test:
- • English: IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program)
- • French: TEF (Test d’évaluation de français) or TCF (Test de connaissance du français)
The minimum required language levels for the Federal Skilled Trades Program are:
- • CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) 5 for speaking and listening
- • French: TEF (Test d’évaluation de français) or TCF (Test de connaissance du français)
4. Proof of Funds
Applicants must show that they have enough money to support themselves and their family members after arriving in Canada unless:
- • You are already working in Canada with a valid work permit, or
- • You have a valid job offer in Canada
The minimum required funds depend on your family size. The amounts are updated annually by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Proof of Funds for 2024 (Family Size):
• 1 person: CAD 13,757
- • 2 persons: CAD 17,127
- • 3 persons: CAD 21,124
- • 4 persons: CAD 25,417
- • 5 persons: CAD 29,494
- • 6 persons: CAD 33,323
- • 7 persons: CAD 37,153
Additional funds are required for each additional family member.
5. Admissibility (Medical & Criminal)
Like all immigration applicants, you and your family members must:
- • Pass a medical examination to show you are in good health.
- • Undergo a criminal background check to confirm that you do not have a criminal record that would make you inadmissible to Canada.
Eligible Skilled Trades for the Federal Skilled Trades Program
The Federal Skilled Trades Program is designed for applicants who have experience in one of the following skilled trades (these trades are categorized under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes). Some common categories include:
- • Construction:
- o Electricians (NOC 7241)
- o Carpenters (NOC 7271)
- o Plumbers (NOC 7251)
- o Masons (NOC 7281)
- o Painters and decorators (NOC 7291)
- • Industrial/Technical::
- o Welders (NOC 7237)
- o Heavy-duty equipment mechanics (NOC 7312)
- o Automotive service technicians (NOC 7321)
- o Refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics (NOC 7313)
- • Transportation::
- o Transport truck drivers (NOC 7511)
- o Aircraft maintenance engineers (NOC 7315)
- • Service::
- o Chefs (NOC 6321)
- o Bakers (NOC 6332)
- o Butchers (NOC 6341)
- o Hairstylists (NOC 6341)
A full list of eligible trades can be found on the official Canada immigration website under the NOC codes.
How to Apply for the Federal Skilled Trades Program
- • Create an Express Entry Profile: You must create an Express Entry profile online. This profile will be used to assess your eligibility for the Federal Skilled Trades Program as well as other immigration programs under the Express Entry system.
- • Meet the Eligibility Criteria: Ensure you meet all the basic eligibility requirements, including work experience, language proficiency, and proof of funds.
- • Submit Your Express Entry Profile: Once you submit your profile, it will be ranked based on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). Those with the highest CRS scores will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.
- • Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA): If your profile ranks high enough, you will receive an ITA from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
- • Submit Your Application: Once you receive an ITA, you will have 60 days to submit your application for permanent residence along with all the required documents (language test results, proof of work experience, proof of funds, etc.).
- • Wait for the Decision: Once your application is submitted, it will typically be processed within 6 months. If approved, you will receive confirmation of your permanent residency in Canada.
Federal Skilled Trades Program Processing Time
Under the Express Entry system, most applications for permanent residence through the Federal Skilled Trades Program are processed within 6 months from the time the application is submitted. However, this can vary depending on the number of applicants and any complications in the processing of your application.
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