Immigration Guide

Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

A pathway for those who already have skilled work experience in Canada.

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is one of the three federal programs managed through Express Entry. It's specifically designed for temporary workers and international graduates who have gained skilled work experience in Canada.

If you've already been working in Canada, CEC could be your fastest route to permanent residency.

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify for CEC, you need:

At least 12 months of full-time (or equivalent part-time) skilled work experience in Canada within the last 3 years
Work experience in NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupations
Meet the required language levels in English or French (CLB 7 for NOC 0/A, CLB 5 for NOC B)
Plan to live outside the province of Quebec

Why Choose CEC?

CEC is popular because:

No education requirement (though education adds CRS points)
No proof of settlement funds required (if currently working in Canada)
Generally lower CRS cut-off scores compared to Federal Skilled Worker
Canadian work experience is highly valued in the CRS scoring system

How JPG Global Helps

We provide end-to-end support:

Evaluate your Canadian work experience to confirm eligibility
Optimize your CRS score with improvement strategies
Prepare and submit your Express Entry profile
Handle your full PR application after receiving an ITA
Support you through medical exams, biometrics, and landing

Ready to Start Your Canadian Journey?

Book a personalized consultation with John Paul, RCIC.

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