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How to Immigrate to Canada as a Welder

By Sierra November 18, 2020 (Updated June 17, 2022) 2 min. read
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Canada is a top destination for those that have welding experience in their home country. With welders being an in-demand job and Canada always welcoming skilled workers to the country. Immigrating to Canada with welding experience could open many opportunities for you and your family if they are coming with you! Let’s learn about the way you could become a permanent resident in Canada as a welder!

Job Description (NOC 7237/72106)

Welders assemble metal structures and equipment through the use of welders, cutters, shapers, and other measuring tools. Welders will produce metal products according to customer or employer specifications. They use multiple welding machines to repair and maintain metal equipment and structures of various sizes. Welders also need knowledge in reading and interpreing diagrams, sketches, and blueprints to determine operations.

Salary Average: $48k CAD

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Canadian Welder Requirements

The requirements, training, and education needed to be a welder in Canada vary depending on where you will be settling in Canada. In most cases, you will need:

Express Entry

Express Entry is the targeted system for those looking to immigrate to Canada as a skilled worker. Express entry is a point-based system that ranks you within the Express Entry pool. When invited, individuals are able to migrate through employment and gain permanent residency.

The best option for welders within Express Entry would be to apply under the Federal Skilled Trades Program. The Federal Skilled Trades Program is one of three economic programs in Canada that allows eligible candidates to be selected to help meet the demands in Canada’s workforce and would grant you permanent residency!

Your Express Entry CRS Score is based on the following:

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Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

Provincial Nominee Programs are also known as a PNP is a great choice if you have your eye on settling in a particular province/territory. A PNP allows a province to nominate a qualified skilled worker for immigration to their province based on the criteria set by the government of that province.

Are You Interested in Migrating to Canada as a Welder?

Immigrating to Canada through employment is not a completely straightforward process. The laws are somewhat complex, and for this reason, it helps to work with an immigration professional to help you.

If so, Contact VisaPlace today. All our cases are handled by competent and experienced immigration professionals who are affiliated with VisaPlace. These professionals consist of lawyers, licensed paralegals and consultants who work for VisaPlace Legal an award winning immigration firm that adheres to the highest standards of client service.

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