The Applicant | And | Points |
is currently working in Canada on an LMIA-based work permit and his or her work in Canada is considered “skilled” (NOC 0, A, or B level). | - The work permit is valid when a permanent residency application is made* and
- The employer has made a permanent, full-time skilled job offer to the applicant.
*At the time the permanent resident visa is issued, the applicant is expected to still hold a valid work permit. | 10 |
is currently working in Canada on an LMIA-exempt work permit or a work permit issued under a provincial/territorial agreement. | - The work permit is valid when a permanent residence application is made* and
- The employer has made a permanent, full-time skilled job offer to the applicant.
*At the time the permanent resident visa is issued, the applicant is expected to still hold a valid work permit. | 10 points |
does not hold a valid work permit and is not otherwise authorized to work in Canada. | - A prospective employer has made a permanent, full-time skilled job offer to the applicant; and
- The offer of employment has received a positive LMIA
| 10 |
holds a valid work permit or is otherwise authorized to work in Canada, but does not fall under one of the two above scenarios. | - The work permit or authorization is valid when a permanent residence application is made;
- A prospective employer has made a permanent, full-time skilled job offer to the applicant; and
- The offer of employment has received a positive LMIA
| 10 |