Hi all, Firstly I'd like to thank you who are helping all the time in the forum I've learnt a lot just from reading your responses.
I earned a Master's degree from a university within Ontario (computer engineering) entirely outside Canada. My program was held entirely during the pandemic (Sept. 2021 - May 2022). This paired with ~1.5 yoe in a tier A NOC (Software Engineer) and age is 24.
I read a new measure from the IRCC (https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/submit-profile/rounds-invitations.html)
I'm having my IELTS test next week (aiming for 8 across the board) that would get me ~483 point according to the CRS calculator.
So what exactly are my options? I made my homework and with the little knowledge I gained I say that my options are:
- Apply for EE and wait for the FSW draws to cool off to the normal rates pre-pandemic (This is gonna take year(s)!! right?)
- Apply for OINP Human Capital Priorities stream and wait for tech draws or something (This also is unknown as last draw was in Feb 2022)
Any other option for me to apply? and what exactly are my chances in the two options above?
PS:
- I'm not eligible for OINP Master's stream because I don't have any residency in Ontario.
- I'm not eligible for the PGWP that is issued for distance learners as it requires at least an approved study permit. I didn't apply for a study permit because I knew that I won't be able to travel and have my classes in person.
I earned a Master's degree from a university within Ontario (computer engineering) entirely outside Canada. My program was held entirely during the pandemic (Sept. 2021 - May 2022). This paired with ~1.5 yoe in a tier A NOC (Software Engineer) and age is 24.
I read a new measure from the IRCC (https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/submit-profile/rounds-invitations.html)
This allows me to gain points for my distance learning degree and count it as a Canadian degree, which is a huge boost to my points.
I'm having my IELTS test next week (aiming for 8 across the board) that would get me ~483 point according to the CRS calculator.
So what exactly are my options? I made my homework and with the little knowledge I gained I say that my options are:
- Apply for EE and wait for the FSW draws to cool off to the normal rates pre-pandemic (This is gonna take year(s)!! right?)
- Apply for OINP Human Capital Priorities stream and wait for tech draws or something (This also is unknown as last draw was in Feb 2022)
Any other option for me to apply? and what exactly are my chances in the two options above?
PS:
- I'm not eligible for OINP Master's stream because I don't have any residency in Ontario.
- I'm not eligible for the PGWP that is issued for distance learners as it requires at least an approved study permit. I didn't apply for a study permit because I knew that I won't be able to travel and have my classes in person.