Countries and territories whose citizens will soon need to provide biometric information to enter Canada as visitors

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List of Countries/Territories

The Government of Canada has proposed to introduce biometric identity screening for nationals of 29 countries and 1 territory when they apply for a temporary resident visa, study permit or work permit. Once final, this change would take effect in 2013.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) plans to introduce the following changes in 2013:
If you are a national of a country or territory listed below, you will need to appear in person to have your fingerprints and photograph (biometric information) taken when you apply for a:

• temporary resident visa,
• study permit, or
• work permit.

CIC will start to collect this information from people on a mandatory basis in September 2013. By December 2013, biometric screening will be mandatory for all temporary resident applicants who are a national of a country or territory listed below. The following are the proposed dates when mandatory collection of biometric information will begin:
September 2, 2013:

• Colombia
• Haiti
• Jamaica

October 15, 2013:

• Albania
• Algeria
• Democratic Republic of Congo
• Eritrea
• Libya
• Nigeria
• Saudi Arabia
• Somalia
• South Sudan
• Sudan
• Tunisia

December 7, 2013:

• Afghanistan
• Bangladesh
• Burma (Myanmar)
• Cambodia
• Egypt
• Iran
• Iraq
• Jordan
• Laos
• Lebanon
• Pakistan
• Sri Lanka
• Syria
• Vietnam
• Yemen
• Palestinian Authority

These dates are subject to change. Visit this website in spring 2013 to confirm when this will take effect for you.

Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) plans to introduce the following changes in 2013:

• If you are a national of a country or territory from which Canada will need biometric information, you will need to appear in person to have your fingerprints and photograph taken when you apply for a temporary resident visa, study permit or work permit starting September 2013.
• Most people will have their fingerprints and photograph taken at a visa application centre (VAC). CIC is adding new VACs around the world to give better access to people who need to apply for visas and give biometric information.
• VACs are managed by private companies or international organizations. These organizations are contracted by CIC to give certain services to visa applicants.
• Client service agents at the VACs can explain, in local languages, how to fill out forms and make sure that applications are complete. This will help you avoid having your application delayed or refused due to an incomplete application.
• The Government of Canada has proposed a biometrics fee of $85 CAD per person, $170 CAD for a family, and $255 CAD for performing artists and their staff applying together for a work permit. This would be in addition to the normal temporary resident visa, work permit and study permit application processing fees. This proposed fee is similar to what other countries charge for biometrics, such as the U.S. and the U.K.
• Children, the elderly, and government officials and their family members travelling to Canada on official business may be exempt from having to give their biometric information.
• Over the next year, CIC will be setting up VACs with biometric collection services. If you are an affected national, you will be able to have your fingerprints and photograph taken on a voluntary basis as soon as there is one established in your area. This service will be free of charge before the biometric requirement becomes mandatory. Check this website starting in May 2013 to find out where the VACs with biometric collection services are located.
• Taking biometric information would not increase the time it takes for CIC to process your application. But, if you need to travel to get to a VAC in order to give your fingerprints and photograph in person, this could add to the time it takes to prepare and submit your application. You should plan ahead for this

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If you are applying to enter Canada as a Federal Skilled Worker and do not have a valid offer of arranged employment, you will need to have a year of continuous full-time or equivalent part-time paid work experience in at least one of the following eligible occupations within the last ten years:

0631 Restaurant and Food Service Managers
0811 Primary Production Managers (Except Agriculture)
1122 Professional Occupations in Business Services to Management (Cap reached)
1233 Insurance Adjusters and Claims Examiners
2121 Biologists and Related Scientists
2151 Architects
3111 Specialist Physicians
3112 General Practitioners and Family Physicians
3113 Dentists
3131 Pharmacists
3142 Physiotherapists
3152 Registered Nurses
3215 Medical Radiation Technologists
3222 Dental Hygienists & Dental Therapists
3233 Licensed Practical Nurses
4151 Psychologists
4152 Social Workers
6241 Chefs
6242 Cooks
7215 Contractors and Supervisors, Carpentry Trades
7216 Contractors and Supervisors, Mechanic Trades
7241 Electricians (Except Industrial & Power System)
7242 Industrial Electricians
7251 Plumbers
7265 Welders & Related Machine Operators
7312 Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics
7371 Crane Operators
7372 Drillers & Blasters - Surface Mining, Quarrying & Construction
8222 Supervisors, Oil and Gas Drilling and Service

Working as an engineer in Canada

Engineering in Canada is a regulated profession, meaning that by law you will need a licence to practice as an engineer. There are 12 licensing jurisdictions across Canada, and a licence is valid only within the jurisdiction from which it is granted. However, there are mobility agreements in place between these 12 associations.

Required criteria for working as an engineer

In order to sit the licence exam, you must fulfil certain criteria. The actual criteria differ slightly between provinces so it is best to check with the jurisdiction where you intend to live and work. But as a general guideline, the following is expected:

• It is not possible to become licensed as an engineer prior to migrating to Canada, as you must be either a citizen or hold permanent resident status.
• You must possess a recognised degree, and should provide the relevant association with as much information as possible on your qualifications.
• You must have completed a minimum of three to four years of engineering work. This depends on the association, but it is usually required that at least one year be in a Canadian environment.
• You need to pass a professional practice exam, which is held once or twice a year – again depending on the association.
• You must be of good character and reputation (i.e. no criminal convictions).
• You must be proficient in either of Canada's recognised languages, French or English.

Starting the licensing application

Certain parts of Canada will allow you to commence the licensing application before you migrate. If you intend moving to Québec or Ontario, it is worthwhile speaking to the respective associations prior to moving.
You may work in Canada doing engineering-related work, but only if a Canadian-registered engineer accepts responsibility for the work you complete. You can register as an engineer-in-training with the association in your area. They will provide you with help and resources to assist with any queries you may have.

Legislation that may affect you

You should exercise caution, as it is illegal for a non-licensed engineer to approve plans or provide ‘engineering’ services to the public. There is other legislation that can affect your role as an engineer, so in the first instance it would be wise to seek employment with a reputable company aware of all the laws and requirements governing this field.

Point of contact

A very useful first point of contact for all professionals considering immigrating to Canada is the Foreign Credentials Referral Office. This department will help you in your quest for employment. The services it offers include a recognition service for foreign degrees and other professional qualifications.