Immediate Effect! Another Popular Immigration Pathway in Ontario Shuts Down! Alberta Extends a Warm Welcome to All!

Breaking News: Ontario's Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream Suspended Indefinitely Due to Systemic Fraud

In a recent development, the Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has been suddenly suspended. All submitted applications that have not yet been processed will be returned, along with their full application fees. This suggests the program closure is likely indefinite rather than a temporary adjustment.

Authorities have explicitly stated the reason for the shutdown: immigration officials discovered systemic fraud and misrepresentation within the program, making it exceptionally difficult to accurately assess whether applicants genuinely meet the program's requirements.

Source: Ontario suspends its Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream | CIC News

Skilled trades immigration has become a significant pathway for many to achieve their dream of moving to Canada. This stream is often an ideal choice for those seeking to immigrate quickly, as it typically has lower requirements for language skills and formal education, coupled with high demand and abundant job opportunities.

Ontario, as Canada's economic and demographic hub, has a substantial need for skilled trades workers. The province's Skilled Trades Stream under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) was previously a popular and fast-track route for skilled workers, especially as it aligned with the targeted draws from the federal Express Entry (EE) system.

The Root Causes of Fraud

Why has this skilled trade program seen "widespread systemic fraud"? The primary reasons can be summarized as follows:

1. Employers provide employees with false work experience documentation, such as reference letters purchased by applicants who never actually worked in the claimed positions.

2. The actual job roles do not align with the occupations specified in the program's NOC list.

The Core Issue: Your Fate Rests in the Hands of "Employers"

In simple terms, if this Ontario program is prone to abuse and systemic misrepresentation, then the entire Canadian skilled immigration system faces similar challenges. Essentially, any employer-dependent program is vulnerable to fraud. For instance, employer-sponsored immigration programs may involve "paying for employer offers," which is an illegal practice. As explicitly stated on the Alberta immigration website, "employer fees are illegal."

Source: https://www.alberta.ca/aaip-application-streams

The Solution: Become Your Own Employer and Take Control of Your Immigration Journey！

How can you completely eliminate reliance on fraudulent documents and break free from dependence on others? The answer is simple: become your own employer!

Through the Alberta Immigration Streams for  Entrepreneur, you transition from "working for others" to "building a business for yourself," fundamentally avoiding all risks associated with employer dependency:

● Alberta Rural Entrepreneur Stream: Ideal for those with management experience or business ownership backgrounds. By establishing a genuine business plan and operating a venture in Alberta, you can secure your permanent residency while building a future-proof career.

● Alberta Foreign Graduate Entrepreneur Stream: Designed for graduates within the past decade, with moderate language requirements and an accessible investment threshold. It serves as an ideal springboard for international students to transition to permanent status through entrepreneurship.

Instead of walking a tightrope in a high-risk, uncertain pathway, choose a route that is compliant, secure, and self-determined. Build your own future in Canada — on your own terms.

Choose Globevisa for Your Alberta Entrepreneur Immigration Journey

The Alberta Immigration Streams for Entrepreneur involve a relatively complex process, with strict review criteria and documentation requirements at each stage, spanning multiple professional domains such as business, law, and finance. Applicants are expected to not only meet the basic investment and net worth thresholds but also demonstrate substantial management experience and a viable business plan — making professional immigration guidance essential.

With over 20 years of expertise in the global immigration market, Globevisa was one of the first agencies to handle the Alberta Entrepreneur Immigration streams. To date, we have achieved success across all stages of the process — including community support letters, letters of recommendation from the designated agency, EOI selections, and work permit approvals — building extensive operational experience and a leading track record in this program.

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