{"id":16291,"date":"2023-09-16T09:25:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-16T09:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.canadacis.org\/?p=16291"},"modified":"2023-09-17T14:05:46","modified_gmt":"2023-09-17T14:05:46","slug":"working-abroad-how-to-get-it-jobs-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.canadacis.org\/blog\/working-abroad-how-to-get-it-jobs-in-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Working Abroad: How to Get IT Jobs in Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The technology industry has always been prominent in Canada and, in recent years, has increased rapidly.
This is due to the country\u2019s beneficial immigration policies, which have created success in the technology industry and IT companies finding Canada a favorable tech hub.<\/p>

In this article, we\u2019ll be discussing everything all types of foreign IT workers will need to know before they decide to immigrate to Canada, along with some valuable tips to get your immigration journey. So make sure to read until the end!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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If you\u2019re a skilled tech worker and would like to choose the fastest way into Canadian permanent residency, this immigration program would be your best option.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

You may choose to apply for Express Entry streams such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP).<\/span><\/p>

At least 67 points<\/strong> are needed to meet the requirements for the FSWP stream.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Another excellent option for permanent residency is The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).<\/p>

If you\u2019re a skilled tech worker who wishes to offer their skills and work experiences to help boost the economy of a particular province they have in mind, then this program should fit right up your alley.<\/p>

For this program, you will need to meet their labour market needs to nominate you for permanent residency.<\/p>

Take note that the two provinces that accept the most tech skilled workers are Ontario and British Columbia.<\/p>

They both have a Tech Pilot stream that\u2019s been recently launched last year for you to apply to.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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For tech professionals who wish to start a tech business in Canada, your best bet would be to apply through the Start-Up Visa Program.<\/span><\/p>

Canada is actively looking for innovative entrepreneurs who wish to operate or start a business in Canada.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Eligible candidates will need to receive a letter of acceptance from a Canadian tech investor after submitting their business plan <\/span>and application in order to receive a PR invitation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

If you decide to apply through the start-up visa program, you must have:<\/span><\/p>