Express Entry Visa
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Express Entry Visa
Hello,
I am looking at getting into Canada using the express entry visa process and as I am a teacher, I should face a good chance of getting decent points, however I actually don’t want to teach upon arrival to Canada, and want to work in Human Resources (another job I have previously had but have no formal qualifications in). If I get offered a job I get more points but my question is; can I apply for a visa under the premise of my teaching qualifications and then get a job offer not in teaching that would count towards my express entry? Or would I need a job offer from a school?
Thanks in advance.
I am looking at getting into Canada using the express entry visa process and as I am a teacher, I should face a good chance of getting decent points, however I actually don’t want to teach upon arrival to Canada, and want to work in Human Resources (another job I have previously had but have no formal qualifications in). If I get offered a job I get more points but my question is; can I apply for a visa under the premise of my teaching qualifications and then get a job offer not in teaching that would count towards my express entry? Or would I need a job offer from a school?
Thanks in advance.
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Re: Express Entry Visa
I cannot answer your question, but you should realise that your chance of getting a teaching job in Canada is pretty slim unless you happen to teach a subject that is in great demand, eg French or Special needs.
Even Canadian trained teachers find it very difficult to get a permanent position out of university, most spend years on the Teacher On Call list, ie substitute teaching. Plus the teacher's unions are incredibly strong, and time in the union counts for everything.
Even Canadian trained teachers find it very difficult to get a permanent position out of university, most spend years on the Teacher On Call list, ie substitute teaching. Plus the teacher's unions are incredibly strong, and time in the union counts for everything.
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Re: Express Entry Visa
I cannot answer your question, but you should realise that your chance of getting a teaching job in Canada is pretty slim unless you happen to teach a subject that is in great demand, eg French or Special needs.
Even Canadian trained teachers find it very difficult to get a permanent position out of university, most spend years on the Teacher On Call list, ie substitute teaching. Plus the teacher's unions are incredibly strong, and time in the union counts for everything.
Even Canadian trained teachers find it very difficult to get a permanent position out of university, most spend years on the Teacher On Call list, ie substitute teaching. Plus the teacher's unions are incredibly strong, and time in the union counts for everything.
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What are you scoring on the CRS without a job offer?
I am looking at getting into Canada using the express entry visa process and as I am a teacher, I should face a good chance of getting decent points, however I actually don’t want to teach upon arrival to Canada, and want to work in Human Resources (another job I have previously had but have no formal qualifications in). If I get offered a job I get more points but my question is; can I apply for a visa under the premise of my teaching qualifications and then get a job offer not in teaching that would count towards my express entry? Or would I need a job offer from a school?
HTH, good luck.
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Thanks for all your help! 😁
I have been looking on the express entry list. It’s the occupations in category 0 A or B which will allow express entry to Canada and teaching is an A category profession.
The express entry visa allows you to get into a pool of candidates which are selected from each year and then you then get more points after you are in that pool if you can secure a job offer. I wondered if the employers needed to adhere to the same regulations as they do when sponsoring a person via a different visa in terms of job offers, as I am already in the pool?
It sounds like it’s a good idea that I don’t really want to go into teaching in Canada. What a strange system. I just hope my qualifications can just get me through the door!
I have been looking on the express entry list. It’s the occupations in category 0 A or B which will allow express entry to Canada and teaching is an A category profession.
The express entry visa allows you to get into a pool of candidates which are selected from each year and then you then get more points after you are in that pool if you can secure a job offer. I wondered if the employers needed to adhere to the same regulations as they do when sponsoring a person via a different visa in terms of job offers, as I am already in the pool?
It sounds like it’s a good idea that I don’t really want to go into teaching in Canada. What a strange system. I just hope my qualifications can just get me through the door!
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The express entry visa allows you to get into a pool of candidates which are selected from each year and then you then get more points after you are in that pool if you can secure a job offer. I wondered if the employers needed to adhere to the same regulations as they do when sponsoring a person via a different visa in terms of job offers, as I am already in the pool?
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Ah, ok. Thanks for your help. I actually can’t remember what my score was. I’m 32 with a masters degree, English as first language, 5 years teaching experience and have family in Canada, so scored quite well if I remember rightly. It’s just the points are huge for a job offer. It’s going to be pretty tough to secure a job offer of more than 1 year though, it seems...
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My score was 484. So actually not that great!
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484 is a good score, and enough to get you an ITA going on recent scores - https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration...-previous.html. So if you're in the pool with that points score, you can expect an ITA in the next round of invitations.
You mention family in Canada, I assume with that score it's a brother or sister?
You mention family in Canada, I assume with that score it's a brother or sister?
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Oh, that’s super helpful! So I probably don’t need to worry about a job offer until I get here then.
Yes, I have two sisters and a brother in Canada.
Another question; my partner and I have been together 10 years but not married. Can he still be considered my “spouse” when he applies? Also, will he apply separately or under my application?
You have been so helpful. Thanks so much.
Yes, I have two sisters and a brother in Canada.
Another question; my partner and I have been together 10 years but not married. Can he still be considered my “spouse” when he applies? Also, will he apply separately or under my application?
You have been so helpful. Thanks so much.
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If you've not lived together, then he'll need to qualify for a visa on his own merits.
HTH.
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Depends. Personal question I know, but do you live together? If you've lived together for a year or more as husband and wife (and can prove it, via things like joint tenancy agreement, joint bank account etc), then he would go on your application as your common-law spouse and get PR with you. Note that if that is the case, he MUST go on your application, or you won't be able to sponsor him in the future.
If you've not lived together, then he'll need to qualify for a visa on his own merits.
HTH.
If you've not lived together, then he'll need to qualify for a visa on his own merits.
HTH.
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Re: Express Entry Visa
I have been informed by people who came here before me, registered doctors, nurses and a teacher, that hear all these stories about being in demand, and land and they have to jump through all kinds of hoops,
despite being qualified and coming out of uni and practices in some cases, then having to have "Canadian" experience and or more courses, in some cases have been told they need to do internships, and all kinds of stuff, I DO UNDERSTAND people need to conform to Canadian standards, but I know of 2 people one a registered qualified nurse, who had it so hard gave up and was asked to do this, then that, and it all costs, she could not get registered here so had to resort to being a receptionist ! In some cases it's a money grab. Also I heard that a couple of people went to the US first, then came via there as they where then from the NA they had a better time in Canada. I have a similar experience despite being a brit have proper credentials I had and still am having a hard time. Seriously my UK education really meant nothing OR so it felt like.
just IMHO
despite being qualified and coming out of uni and practices in some cases, then having to have "Canadian" experience and or more courses, in some cases have been told they need to do internships, and all kinds of stuff, I DO UNDERSTAND people need to conform to Canadian standards, but I know of 2 people one a registered qualified nurse, who had it so hard gave up and was asked to do this, then that, and it all costs, she could not get registered here so had to resort to being a receptionist ! In some cases it's a money grab. Also I heard that a couple of people went to the US first, then came via there as they where then from the NA they had a better time in Canada. I have a similar experience despite being a brit have proper credentials I had and still am having a hard time. Seriously my UK education really meant nothing OR so it felt like.
just IMHO
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Re: Express Entry Visa
I have been informed by people who came here before me, registered doctors, nurses and a teacher, that hear all these stories about being in demand, and land and they have to jump through all kinds of hoops,
despite being qualified and coming out of uni and practices in some cases, then having to have "Canadian" experience and or more courses, in some cases have been told they need to do internships, and all kinds of stuff, I DO UNDERSTAND people need to conform to Canadian standards, but I know of 2 people one a registered qualified nurse, who had it so hard gave up and was asked to do this, then that, and it all costs, she could not get registered here so had to resort to being a receptionist ! In some cases it's a money grab. Also I heard that a couple of people went to the US first, then came via there as they where then from the NA they had a better time in Canada. I have a similar experience despite being a brit have proper credentials I had and still am having a hard time. Seriously my UK education really meant nothing OR so it felt like.
just IMHO
despite being qualified and coming out of uni and practices in some cases, then having to have "Canadian" experience and or more courses, in some cases have been told they need to do internships, and all kinds of stuff, I DO UNDERSTAND people need to conform to Canadian standards, but I know of 2 people one a registered qualified nurse, who had it so hard gave up and was asked to do this, then that, and it all costs, she could not get registered here so had to resort to being a receptionist ! In some cases it's a money grab. Also I heard that a couple of people went to the US first, then came via there as they where then from the NA they had a better time in Canada. I have a similar experience despite being a brit have proper credentials I had and still am having a hard time. Seriously my UK education really meant nothing OR so it felt like.
just IMHO
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Just a gentle reminder folks, we try and keep threads in the immi section of the forum on topic. If you want a rant about Canadian equivalency and jobs etc, please start a new thread in the main forum and keep this section for visa related topics, thx.