Canadian Experience Class
CEC is for skilled Canadian work experience gained with proper authorization. Part-time stacking, NOC downgrades, and unauthorized work are common pitfalls — we check first.
Overview
Why CEC exists
Canada rewards people who already integrated into the labour market with authorized skilled work. CEC is a faster track for many because proof of funds is often not required for the principal applicant.
Skilled work definition
Your Canadian experience must be paid, skilled under TEER rules, and gained while you had status that authorized that work. Self-employment and certain international student work periods may be excluded.
After CEC approval
We brief you on COPR, landing, and updating SIN and health coverage as you transition from worker to permanent resident.
How we can help
Status history
Study permits, implied status, and employer changes — we reconstruct a defensible work timeline.
Hours math
Full-time vs part-time equivalency and gaps that break continuity.
CRS reality
CEC-only profiles still compete on CRS; we discuss PNP or language boosts where needed.
Our process
- 01
Work audit
Pay stubs, T4s, ROE, contracts, and employer letters cross-checked to duties.
- 02
NOC & TEER
Confirm skilled level for every month claimed.
- 03
Language
Meet TEER-specific CLB floors with margin where possible.
- 04
EE & PR
Profile, ITA, eAPR, and landing steps.
Frequently asked questions
Does co-op count?
Generally co-op listed as part of a study permit may be excluded — we separate study work from post-grad skilled work.
Can I mix two NOCs?
Last skilled work must be in the same line unless policy allows stacking — we interpret for your pattern.
Is proof of funds required for CEC?
Often exempt at eAPR for CEC principal applicants — we confirm against current instructions for your family composition.
Ready for the next step?
Tell us your goals and timeline — we will map realistic options and what to prepare first.