{"id":29673,"date":"2023-07-31T13:08:23","date_gmt":"2023-07-31T13:08:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.canadacis.org\/?p=29673"},"modified":"2023-09-26T12:16:38","modified_gmt":"2023-09-26T12:16:38","slug":"agriculture-sector-pathways-for-foreign-workers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.canadacis.org\/blog\/agriculture-sector-pathways-for-foreign-workers\/","title":{"rendered":"Express Entry and Canada’s Agriculture Sector: Pathways for Foreign Workers"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
Home<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t If you are a skilled worker in the agriculture and agri-food industry, Canada has made it easier for you to immigrate to the country through their recently launched category-based selection! In this article, we will discuss all about Canada Express Entry\u2019s Agriculture and Agri-Foods Category Selection.<\/span><\/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 Express Entry Canada<\/b><\/a><\/span><\/span> refers to the points-based system or process of selecting candidates for Canada permanent residency from the pool of applicants who have submitted their EE profile. The selection is based on a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score.<\/span><\/p> The Agriculture and Agri-Foods Occupations Category is a specific stream within the Express Entry system that targets skilled workers with experience in the agriculture and agri-food sectors. This category aims to address the labor needs in these industries and attract professionals who can contribute to Canada’s agricultural development.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t \u201c”77% of our members are affected by labour shortages, with 40% unable to fill vacancies to meet their existing operational needs and 19% unable to find the staff to grow their business\u2026”<\/span><\/i><\/p> \u2013 <\/span><\/i>Canadian Federation of Independent Business<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Originally, Express Entry had 3 programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). In this system, candidates were evaluated based on factors such as age, education, language proficiency, work experience, and adaptability. Now, let’s explore how these streams are relevant to the newly introduced Agriculture and Agri-Foods category within Express Entry.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t The FSTP is designed for skilled tradespeople with experience in specific occupations. To be eligible, they need a job offer or a certificate of qualification. The Agriculture and Agri-Foods category within Express Entry considers skilled tradespeople with relevant experience in agriculture and agri-food industries applying for permanent residency.<\/p> Need more info? Learn more about FSTP in this article.<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/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 The FSWP is for skilled workers living outside Canada who want to become permanent residents. It assesses factors like age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and adaptability. The Agriculture and Agri-Foods category within Express Entry considers skilled workers with relevant experience in the agriculture and agri-food sectors applying for permanent residency.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\tTable of Contents\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
\ud83c\udf3e What is Express Entry? Agriculture and Agri-Foods Occupations Category Selection<\/h5>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83c\udf3e Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) for Agriculture Workers<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83c\udf3e Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) for Agriculture Workers<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t