On Tuesday, December 17, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced a significant change to the Express Entry system: candidates will no longer receive extra CRS points for job offers supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).
🛠️ What Has Changed?
Previously, candidates with LMIA-backed job offers could earn an extra 50 or 200 points, giving them a substantial edge in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). This often increased their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Permanent Residency.
However, this removal is expected to shake up the Express Entry pool. CIC News predicts lower CRS cut-off scores in future draws, potentially reshaping the profiles of candidates receiving ITAs.
🤔 What Does This Mean for You?
Although LMIA-based points are gone, candidates can still enhance their CRS scores by:
✨ Improving language test scores (e.g., from CLB 6 to CLB 9)
🎓 Obtaining ECAs for additional degrees
📜 Securing a Provincial Nomination (+600 points)
📚 Earning a Canadian degree (+30 points)
💬 Strengthening French proficiency (+50 points for bilingual candidates)
Stay informed and explore other pathways to maximize your CRS score! 🌟
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