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"name": "How do I apply for FSTP?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "Through Express Entry which manages the applications for 3 economic immigration programs –

Federal Skilled Trades Program [FSTP]
Canadian Experience Class [CEC]
Federal Skilled Worker Program [FSWP]
To increase your chances of being invited to apply for Canada PR – When in the Express Entry pool, lodge Expression of Interest [EOI] with provinces/territories that are part of the Provincial Nominee Program [PNP]."
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"name": "Do I have to show proof of funds for FSTP?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "Generally, proof of funds is needed when applying under FSWP or FSTP.

But, no proof of settlement funds is needed if the applicant –

Currently has work authorization in Canada, and
Has a valid job offer from a Canadian employer.
Do note that both conditions must be met."
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"name": "What skill level is needed for FSTP?",
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"text": "Even if there are no education requirements, an applicant who wants to earn points for his CRS score under the Express Entry system must provide:

Proof of education- Canadian High School or Post-Secondary certificate, diploma or degree
International applicants with a foreign degree must provide an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report from an agency approved by CIC"
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},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What are the conditions for applying to the Federal Skilled Trades Program?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "A one-year full-time work offer from a Canadian company or a certificate of qualification from a provincial, territorial, or federal governing authority.

The Canadian Language Benchmark offers a language competency score in either French or English (CLB).
Within the last five years, you must have worked full-time for at least two years.
You must be able to demonstrate that you meet the job criteria of your skilled profession.
Unless you have a valid job offer or can legally work in Canada, proof of sufficient funds for you and your family to settle in Canada."
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"@type": "Question",
"name": "What is the Federal Skilled Trades Program of Canada?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "Commonly referred to as simply the FSTP, the Federal Skilled Trades Program is one of the three economic immigration programs of Canada that are handled through the Express Entry system."
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},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What is the difference between FSWP and FSTP?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "Here, by FSWP is meant the Federal Skilled Worker Program. To be eligible for the FSWP, skilled work experience in either managerial, professional, or technical jobs and skilled trades will be required. As per the National Occupational Classification (NOC), such jobs would be at Skill Type 0, Skill Level A, or Skill Level B respectively.

The Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), on the other hand, is for those looking to take up permanent residence in Canada based on their being qualified in a skilled trade."
}
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"@type": "Question",
"name": "Which jobs are eligible for Express Entry FSTP?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "Skilled trades eligible for applying for a Canada PR visa through the FSTP are, as per the NOC –
Industrial, electrical and construction trades (NOC: Major Group 72),
Maintenance and equipment operation trades (NOC: Major Group 73),
Supervisors and technical jobs – in agriculture, natural resources, and related production (NOC: Major Group 82),
Processing, manufacturing and utilities supervisors and central control operators (NOC: Major Group 92),
Chefs and cooks (NOC: Minor Group 632), and
Butchers and bakers (NOC: Minor Group 633)."
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"@type": "Question",
"name": "I want to immigrate to Quebec. Can I apply for Canada PR visa under the FSTP?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "With greater autonomy over the selection of newcomers, Quebec has its own immigration programs. Quebec is not a part of the federal Express Entry system or the Provincial Nominee Program. If you plan on living in Quebec after you get your Canada PR visa, you must explore the Quebec immigration programs available."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Can I settle anywhere in Canada if I get my Canada PR visa through FSTP?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "Yes. When you make your Express Entry profile, you will be asked where in Canada do you plan on living after being granted your Canada PR visa. You don’t have to settle in that province or territory.
However, if you get your Canada PR visa through Canadian PNP, you will be required to settle within the province/territory that nominated you."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What is the difference between PNP and FSTP Canada?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "The PNP is the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) which helps to migrate to Canada though 2 options:

Paper based process: Select a suitable province and required eligibility qualification must be satisfied. Then submit and Express of Interest (Express of Interest)
By Express Entry help: Applicant must create Express Entry profile and submit mandate documents in the Express Entry pool
The PNP allows provinces and territories to nominate immigrants who meet their specific economic needs. If the applicant is a skilled professional with experience in technology, finance, education, marketing or healthcare, PNP program is a perfect choice to get a PR in Canada.

Points to remember

The applicant must have relevant professional experience. The applicant must have a CRS score of 400 points or higher. The Eligibility changes according to the Provinces. But the basic documentation that is needed to apply for PNP are:
Valid passport
Completely filed application form
Language skills certificate
Proof of funds
Educational, Work experience and other personal documents
Federal Skills Trade Program (FSTP): The FSTP is a points-based system that assesses immigrants on their skills, work experience, and education. FSTP is also used to migrate to Canada only if you have a job as per National Occupational Qualification (NOC) and meets eligibility criteria.

It is one of the programs managed by Express Entry System.

Points to remember
The applicants with minimum of 2 years of experience in skill trade that is listed under NOC is actually eligible for Canadian PR.
Applicant with good CRS score will receive Invited to Apply (ITA)."
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