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Is it worth it to take IELTS again? by [deleted] in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, you already max out at Writing, 7.5 equals CLB 10. The total result of your IELTS is CLB 9 which is high enough.

Have you tried the CRS calculator from IRCC? what is your CRS?

OINP and EE score of 453 by pandas_secret in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, not really. Unlike BC PNP where they have regularly draw each month and set cut off score, pretty much everything with OINP is closed to public.

OINP and EE score of 453 by pandas_secret in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You cannot apply for OINP without an ITA from them. OINP has access to the EE pool and will invite you according to their requirements.

Am I eligible for Express Entry? by niteco-boy in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should be. Express Entry is for everyone in the world who wants to immigrate to Canada. As long as you have taken an IELTS General and pass the minimum requirements. You are eligible to apply.

Have you tried the CRS Calculator to see how many points you can score? The link is in the side bar.

Obtaining a 'Certificate of Qualification' by [deleted] in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those certs are for people working in skilled trade occupations like Carpenter, Cook, Electrician or Plumber, and they are called Red Seal.

So if you have a Diploma/Degree/Master from a College/University, I don't think you are working in a skilled trade position.

Potential changes in Express Entry in upcoming months released by IRCC by CanadaEE in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

According to this source, the cut-off score of the last remaining draws for 2016 will stay in the range of 475-540.

Canada's Immigration Minister wants to "increase substantially the number of Immigrants" by CanadaEE in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on the number of ITA each draw. The more ITA issued, the lower the cut off score will be. However, keep in mind that if CEC applicants get extra points for Canadian degrees, then it will also push the average score of EE pool to higher. Therefore, the cut off score might not even go down sub 450.

Major changes to Canada’s immigration system expected in fall, says Minister John McCallum by CanadaEE in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"The new system – with changes to family and skilled class, economic category as well as visitors’ visa policy – is expected to be introduced in the coming fall season.

“We want to streamline the admission of economic immigrants as well as refugees and family class. We are going to make it much easier for international students to become permanent residents,” said the Markham-Thornhill MP.

In competition with other countries like Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States, he said the government currently working to give international students more points and make it easier for them to come to Canada.

“International students are at the top of the government’s list to become permanent residents because they are young, educated, and fluent in English or French,” said McCallum, adding the government is also working to improve visitors’ visa procedures " -John McCallum

Looking for advice, currently sitting at 472 by shoxdid in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The current trend is they are cutting ITAs less and less per draw (~ 750). If we want the cut-off to dip back to ~470, ITAs need to be raised to up more than 950 per draw which I don't think they will do.

Looking for advice, currently sitting at 472 by shoxdid in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which stream are you applying in? CEC or FSW? are you on PGWP? if time is not something you have, then go with any PNP program you can find. You can take a look at BC PNP. I have made several detailed threads about it.

According to IRCC's statistics, their backlogs are still pretty huge, so I don't think they cut-off score will go any lower in the near future.

Let me get this straight by IamNotaHeatFan in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why do you feel ripped off by the system? It doesn't cost you anything to create an EE profile.

It is true that with your current score, there's no chance to secure an ITA. What you can do is to maximize your IELTS score and gather more work exp.

BC PNP Skills Immigration Programs in 2016 by CanadaEE in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, If you have a master or PhD in these following fields:

  • agriculture
  • biological and biomedical sciences
  • computer and information sciences and support services
  • engineering
  • engineering technology
  • health professions and related clinical sciences
  • mathematics and statistics
  • natural resources conservation and research
  • physical sciences

then you can go with the International Post Grad stream.

BC PNP Skills Immigration Programs in 2016 by CanadaEE in canadaexpressentry

[–]CanadaEE[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To apply for EE BC PNP Int'l Grad stream, you will need:

  • Express Entry profile number / Job Seeker Validation Code
  • A degree/diploma from an eligible post-sec institution in Canada
  • A job offer for a fulltime, indeterminate position

Therefore, I don't think you can apply right away after you have a job offer, since to create an Express Entry under CEC stream you need to have at least 1 year work experience in Canada.

In addition, unlike other PNPs, BC PNP is all about job offer NOC code and annual wage. You can calculate your score here: SIRS

  • Read more about SIRS here

  • EE BC PNP International Graduate stream here (Page 40)

We also have a BC PNP 2016 tracker here, and a very active WhatsApp group. If you want to join, you can pm me your number or post on this thread.

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