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[Canada] Federal Skilled worker program

red menace · 2012-08-17 23:02:39

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/media/releases/2012/2012-08-17.asp More details to come but the highlights so far:

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http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/media/releases/2012/2012-08-17.asp

More details to come but the highlights so far:

Following an extensive program evaluation, stakeholder and public consultations, as well as other research, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) is proposing the following changes to the FSWP:

Making language the most important selection factor by establishing new minimum official language thresholds and increasing points for language;
Increasing the emphasis on younger immigrants, who are more likely to acquire valuable Canadian experience and remain in the workforce longer;
Increasing points for Canadian work experience and reducing points for foreign work experience;
Simplifying the arranged employment process to prevent fraud and abuse yet enable employers to staff positions quickly; and
Awarding points for spousal language ability and Canadian experience.

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