April 9, 2014 – Canada's Minister of Citizenship and
Immigration yesterday announced a new active recruitment model
for economic immigration. The model, to be called
"Express Entry" is set to launch in January 2015.
The program was formerly called "Expression of
Interest".
The program will offer qualified candidates holding valid job
offers or nominations under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
the opportunity to quickly apply for Permanent Residence. The
Government expects that the program will offer faster processing
times – 6 months or less – when applicants are invited
to Canada through one of four economic streams: the Federal Skilled
Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, the Canadian
Experience Class, and the PNP. As part of the program, the
Government will set up a Job Bank to facilitate matches between
employers and candidates for the program.
