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Express Entry System for Economic Immigrants

Filipiniana News – April 2014 RHYME & REASON Express Entry System for Economic Immigrants On 8 April 2014, CIC Minister Chris Alexander announced that the previously termed "Expression of Interest" (EOI) system will now be officially known as "Express Entry".  As had been previously introduced in the EOI system, the Express Entry is a proactive approach meant to better address Canada's labour market needs.   Set to take effect in January 2015, the Express Entry system will be open to candidates with a  valid job offer or approved provincial/territorial nomination.  These candidates will be invited to apply for permanent residence under any of the following economic immigration streams:  Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades, Canadian Experience or Provincial Nominee classes.  CIC will then process their permanent residence applications on an expedited basis, within a period of six months or less.  Thus, Canadian employers are expecte