In a significant policy shift, the Government of Canada has announced that starting spring 2025, job offers will no longer provide additional points for candidates applying for permanent residency under the Express Entry system.

Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Marc Miller explained the rationale behind the move:
“We are taking important steps to reduce fraud while continuing to attract the skilled talent our economy needs. Immigration has always been a cornerstone of Canada’s success, and we remain committed to welcoming the best and brightest to Canada so that everyone has access to the quality jobs, homes, and supports they need to thrive.”

Key Details of the Change:

• The measure will apply to all candidates within the Express Entry pool, regardless of whether they currently hold job offers.
• Candidates who have already received invitations to apply or have applications in progress will not be impacted.
• The change is part of a broader effort to enhance the integrity of Canada’s immigration system while maintaining a robust influx of skilled talent.

About the Express Entry System:
Express Entry is Canada’s primary immigration system, managing applications for permanent residency through several programs:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program
• Federal Skilled Trades Program
• Canadian Experience Class
• Certain streams of the Provincial Nominee Program

The removal of job offer points aims to create a fairer system for all candidates while addressing vulnerabilities to fraud. As one of the most sought-after pathways to Canadian permanent residency, Express Entry remains central to Canada’s immigration strategy.