Federal Skilled Trades

Immigration program for skilled professionals in certain trades

Federal Skilled Trades

The Federal Skilled Trades (FST) Program is for skilled workers who want to become permanent residents based on being qualified in a skilled trade.

To be eligible, you must

meet the required language levels for each language ability
have at least 2 years of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time work experience) in a skilled trade within the 5 years before you apply
meet the job requirements for that skilled trade as set out in the National Occupational Classification, except for needing a certificate of qualification
have a valid job offer of full-time employment for a total period of at least 1 year or certificate of qualification in that skilled trade issued by a Canadian provincial, territorial or federal authority

Skilled trades for the Federal Skilled Trades Program are organized under these groups of the National Occupational Classification (NOC):

Industrial, electrical and construction trades

Maintenance and equipment operation trades

Supervisors and technical jobs in natural resources, agriculture and related production

Processing, manufacturing and utilities supervisors and central control operators

Chefs and cooks

Butchers and bakers

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This is a brief summary intended for information purposes only. It is not a legal advice. It should not be relied upon as legal advice. Please consult with an experienced immigration consultant before submitting a visa application.

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