Canada may soon replace the Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades programs with a single streamlined immigration pathway. This proposed overhaul could simplify eligibility and reshape how candidates are selected under Express Entry.

Canada’s immigration system is evolving—and it could work in your favor. IRCC is shifting focus from overseas applicants to temporary residents already in Canada, including workers, graduates, and skilled professionals filling labour shortages. This shift is creating new opportunities within Express Entry.

Effective March 30, 2026, provinces and territories have full authority to assess key PNP eligibility criteria. Discover how these changes impact skilled workers and employers navigating Canada’s Provincial Nominee Program.