Processing Update: Canadian Skilled Worker applications

The Canadian immigration department has advised that the processing time for Skilled Worker applications is currently 12 months, however, additional staff are being hired in order to speed up processing time, so this should hopefully be reduced.

200 C-50 cases are being received per week, and the annual target for 2010 is 17,000, up from 14,000 previously.

The top C-50 applications are as follows: accountants & financial managers, physicians, registered nurses, college instructors, managers according to C-50 list.

3 Responses to “Processing Update: Canadian Skilled Worker applications”


  1. 1 nadeem

    i have applied for migation to canada since august 2007 and i am still in process. Now i have a son and i would like to know what are the forms to be filled for my child. can you please help me out.

  2. 2 Allan Talape

    Please assess my resume
    Please my resume

    ALLAN K. TALAPE
    allan_talape@yahoo.com
    Blk. 12 Lot 33 kansas St. Rosada Subd.
    Barangay Tagapo Santa Rosa City, Laguna
    Philippines 4026
    Residence No: (049) 838-19-00 /Fax no.: (049) 838-19-00/ Cell No.: 09297658439

    Objectives
    Exploring an machine technician / welder position in which experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment, welding, fabricating, along with education and technical training experience will be of value. Possess exceptional technical, mathematical, research, analytical and problem solving abilities. Personable with excellent communication, ability and customer relations skills.
    ________________________________________

    Professional Experience

    Althi’e Enterprises Date : Dec. 2000 up
    Position: Welder and Fabricator to present

    Thi’e Internet Caffe 2008 up to present
    Position: Internet operator

    TAKATA PHILS. CORP. (under agency MPSalandanan) Date : March2000
    Position: Machinist / Technician – Aug.2000
    Laguna Technopark Inds. Phils.
    Santa Rosa City, Laguna

    GOTOH PHILS. CORP. Date : Nov. 1999
    Position: Machine Operator – Jan. 2000
    Carmelrey Phils. Canlubang
    Calamba Laguna

    R& RJ Electronic Service Center Date : Jan. 1998
    Position: Technician -Oct. 1999
    San Antonio, Biñan, Laguna

    JC Karikitan Metal Craft Date : Mar. 1993
    Position: Welder / Fabricator -Feb. 1998

    Welder Apprentice (under supervision of experienced welder) Set-up and operated acetylene or electric arc welding equipment to heat and shape metals; lays out, cut and fitted materials for welds.
    • Welded metal parts, pipelines, machinery, equipment, stainless and other metal items.
    • Removed and replaced pipe cover insulation in order to weld.
    • Sharpened and tempered tools.
    • Repaired equipment requiring the use of lathe, drill press, milling and threading machines, and related machine tools.
    • Ordered supplies, completed forms, maintained records of completed jobs.
    • Welded automotive and related equipment (brakes, hydraulic systems, transmissions, radiators, lights, etc.).
    • Drive vehicle to pick up and deliver personnel and materials.
    • Assisted other crafts as required.
    • Performed related duties as required.
    Customer Relations
    • Take the time to listen to a customer’s needs; analyze equipment beyond what is required.
    • Achieved the record for lowest number of recalls as a result of placing the focus on thorough service and inspection of equipment rather than quick response times.
    • Handle an average of 20 assignments per week
    • Prioritized field assignments based on nature of problem and location.
    • Consistently realize better time management and customer satisfaction levels.

    Summary of Qualifications

    • More than 14 years experience.
    • Excellent skills in welding all types of materials (steel, aluminum, stainless steel).
    • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, fabrication, and welding.
    • Profound knowledge of welding theory and principles.
    • Exceptional knowledge of welding tools and welding codes.
    • Remarkable ability to diagnose problems and determine appropriate action.
    • Solid skills in use of hand and power tools.
    • Great skills in operation of lathe, drill press, milling, and threading machines.
    • Profound knowledge of appropriate safety practices.
    • Strong ability to perform basic mathematics (add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, decimals, and fractions, and to calculate percentages).
    • Uncommon ability to read (technical manuals, work orders), write (materials requests), and accurately follow oral, written, and graphic instructions.
    • Exceptional ability to can do building construction layout, supervision for the Laborer/ Foreman.
    • Sound ability to maintain accurate records.
    • Strong ability to work in high places and in tunnels.

    EDUCATION
    High School Diploma
    With short course

    Personal Background

    Born on January 26, 1974, 4th among seven siblings, married to with 3 kids, my eldest son is 15 yrs of age a 4th year student, my 2nd daughter is 13 yrs. of age a 3rd student and my youngest daughter is 7 yrs. old grade II. I am now orphaned so I want the best for my family and to my siblings, I’m a hardworking person, willing to learned more and to upgrade & explore my abilities and knowledge in my skills.

  3. 3 graham

    Thank you both for your questions. Please call our office on (+44) 0131 625 6900 to discuss your questions with one of our consultants.

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