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Part 5 — Economic Immigration

Part 5 (rr 67–109) is the core economic immigration framework. It contains the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) selection criteria (including the points grid), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), Federal Skilled Trades, Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Program, and the Self-Employed Persons class.

Key sections

r 75 — Federal Skilled Worker class — FSW eligibility criteria.
r 76 — Selection criteria — FSW — FSW points grid including proof of funds.
r 87.1 — Canadian Experience Class — CEC requirements: 1 year Canadian work experience.
r 87.2 — Federal Skilled Trades — FSTP requirements.
r 87.3 — Express Entry — Express Entry pool and invitation framework.
r 100 — Self-employed persons class