Canadian Experience Class Immigration

The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) lets those with Canadian work experience apply for permanent residence.

To qualify for the CEC, a candidate must:

• have at least 12 months of full-time (or an equal amount in part-time) skilled work experience in Canada with the proper authorization in the three years before they apply and
• have valid third-party language test results (that show they meet the language skill level).

Some International students who have studied in Canada and who have worked in Canada for one year after completing their studies may obtain Permanent Residence if they meet the occupational and language requirements and if they are selected through the Express Entry System.