The Canadian Government is proposing major changes to its Express Entry programs, and replacing them with a new, streamlined program.
The changes were outlined in Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)’s Forward Regulatory Plan: 2026-2028, which outlines the plans the department expects to propose or finalize in the next two years. According to the announcement, the IRCC will repeal the Federal Skilled Worker Class, the Canadian Experience Class, and the Federal Skilled Trades Class, and replace them with a single new class featuring streamlined eligibility requirements.
While details of the new class have not been shared, the IRCC stated that it will support both the Canadian economy and businesses “by establishing a more diverse pool of international talent to fill a variety of labor market needs.” IRCC will now consult partners, stakeholders, and the public. Should they move forward, the reform would mark one of the most significant changes to Canada’s federal high-skilled immigration framework since Express Entry was launched in 2015.
IAM Member Impact: Members engaged in the migrant moving segment to Canada should continue to watch for more details and any impact to the sizeable traffic lane.
Source: CIC News