Maple News reports that Canada continues to welcome a growing number of skilled workers from Lebanon, building on more than a century of strong immigration ties. With a Lebanese-Canadian population estimated at around 400,000, this vibrant community has made significant contributions across fields including politics, business, academia, and the arts.
As part of its post-pandemic immigration strategy, Canada now aims to welcome over 400,000 new immigrants annually. A large portion of these spots is allocated to skilled workers through the highly competitive Express Entry system.
For Lebanese professionals and tradespeople looking to make Canada their new home, the Express Entry system serves as the primary pathway. Under Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan, approximately 110,000 newcomers are accepted each year through this system.
Express Entry is a two-step process. First, candidates must meet the eligibility requirements for one of three federal programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), or the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). Among these, the FSWP is often the best fit for candidates applying from outside Canada, including Lebanon.
After qualifying, applicants must create and submit an online profile on the website of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Their profiles are then ranked based on a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) which considers factors such as age, work experience, education, language abilities, and additional criteria like job offers or provincial nominations.
A high-ranking profile increases the chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency in Canada. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) also offer another route to increase CRS scores, especially for those with ties to specific provinces.
Express Entry offers a transparent, fast-track process for Lebanese citizens with talent, experience, and ambition, looking to build successful futures in Canada. With Canada’s labor market in need of skilled professionals across many sectors, Lebanese applicants are strongly encouraged to pursue this opportunity.
Maple News encourages interested applicants to carefully assess their eligibility and prepare strong profiles to boost their immigration success through Express Entry.