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Following the implementation of other ‘Expression of Interest’ systems across the Canadian immigration landscape, B.C.’s SIRS\u00a0points-based system gives candidates a registration score that determines whether they are invited to apply. The score is based on a number of factors \u2014 such as level of education, years of direct work experience and a B.C. employment offer \u2014 that reflect an individual\u2019s ability to succeed in the labour market and contribute to the provincial economy.<\/p>\n
In a statement, the government of B.C. offered the example of\u00a0B.C.\u2019s tech sector, which is consistently growing faster than the overall economy. For many employers, the need for new talent is urgent, especially in highly specialized areas.The SIRS system will allow\u00a0employers to access skilled international labour quickly in order to support continued growth.<\/p>\n
A minimum score within the SIRS system will be required in order for a candidate to be invited to apply for provincial nomination under the BC PNP. The minimum score differs depending on the BC PNP category.\u00a0The maximum score available is 200, which is divided into economic factors (120) and human capital factors (80).<\/p>\n
The SIRS represents something of a new departure in how Canadian provinces are aiming to attract certain kinds of newcomers. A full 60 percent of all available points are available for the skill level and wage of the job offer, as well as where the job location is located within B.C. The human capital factors cover work experience, level of education, and language proficiency.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe need to bring high-demand skilled workers and investment-ready entrepreneurs to B.C. to continue to grow our diverse economy. We\u2019ve heard from the businesses that are helping drive our economy to be the best in Canada. They tell us that having immigration programs be timely and efficient to bring the right people into B.C. is what they need to keep their businesses growing,” said Shirley Bond, B.C.’s Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and Minister Responsible for Labour.<\/p>\n
“And for those skilled immigrants applying to the BC PNP, they need a transparent system that\u2019s easy to understand and gets them working in B.C. as soon as possible. Our government believes the targeted changes we\u2019ve made to the BC PNP will keep our economy moving forward.”<\/p>\n
More information on SIRS will be posted on CanadaVisa.com\u00a0in due course.<\/p>\n
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Population: 4,667,000 (January, 2015)<\/p>\n
Largest city: Vancouver<\/p>\n
Capital city: Victoria<\/p>\n