Express Entry for Newcomers with STEM

Also announced this week, the federal government will allocate more immigration spots to STEM and entrepreneurial applicants until 2025 as part of their Tech Talent Strategy. This strategy includes the extension of work permits provided to entrepreneurs from one year to three years. An extension that will now be available to each entrepreneurial team member instead of just the most essential.​

Immigration is critical to building a healthy and robust community and economy. Expediting immigration for job skills needed for the economy’s health is a much-needed aid to businesses struggling to fill positions. Still, the lag in accepting credentials from other parts of Canada and the world remains a barrier to the success of this strategy. The Chamber will continue advocacy work on accelerating the recognition of credentials by professional associations.