Canada unveils list of high-paying jobs eligible for extra immigration points

Starting November 3, 2026, Canada will award additional Express Entry points to candidates with eligible Canadian work experience or job offers in specified high-wage occupations. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada says a qualifying job offer may earn up to 100 Comprehensive Ranking System points, and a Labour Market Impact Assessment will no longer be required, although offers will still be verified. Eligible occupations are divided into three wage levels based on national median wages using data from 2023 to 2025. The list includes senior managers, financial managers, mining and petroleum engineers, medical specialists, family physicians and veterinarians.