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Canada Trade Assessment & Red Seal Certification
Get Your Skills Recognized in Canada
Are you a skilled tradesperson like an electrician, welder, plumber, carpenter, mechanic, or cook?
To work legally in many trades in Canada β and to improve your chances for Canada PR and work permits β you may need a Trade Assessment or Red Seal Certification.
Globexa Immigration helps skilled workers get their trade qualifications assessed and recognized in Canada.
1. What is Trade Assessment in Canada?
A Trade Assessment verifies that your foreign trade experience and training meet Canadian standards.
It confirms:
β Your trade skills are genuine
β Your work experience is valid
β Your qualification matches Canadian trade levels
This is especially important for:
β’ Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
β’ Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)
β’ Employer-sponsored work permits
β’ Licensing in regulated trades
2. What is Red Seal Certification?
The Red Seal is a nationally recognized certification for skilled trades in Canada.
It allows you to:
1. Work in your trade across provinces
2. Prove your skills meet Canadian standards
3. Increase job opportunities
4. Strengthen PR applications under skilled trade categories
It is the gold standard for tradespeople.
3. Trades That Commonly Require Assessment
Examples include:
β’ Electrician
β’ Plumber
β’ Welder
β’ Carpenter
β’ Industrial mechanic
β’ Heavy-duty equipment mechanic
β’ Cook / Chef
β’ Automotive service technician
β’ HVAC technician
β’ Construction trades
Each trade has a specific assessment authority.
4. When Do You Need Trade Assessment?
You may need it if:
β You are applying under Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
β You are applying for certain PNP streams
β Your employer requests certification
β Your trade is regulated in a province
β You want to challenge the Red Seal exam
5. Documents Required
Requirements vary by trade and province, but usually include:
β’ Trade certificates/diplomas
β’ Work experience letters
β’ Apprenticeship proof (if available)
β’ Passport copy
β’ Resume (trade-focused)
β’ Employer references
β’ Job duties matching NOC/TEER codes
Incorrect documents often lead to refusal or delays.
6. How Trade Assessment Helps Your PR
A successful trade assessment can:
πΉ Make you eligible for Federal Skilled Trades PR
πΉ Improve PNP chances
πΉ Support employer-sponsored immigration
πΉ Increase job offer opportunities
πΉ Show credibility to Canadian employers
7. Common Challenges Skilled Workers Face
1. Duties not matching Canadian trade standards
2. Incorrect trade authority chosen
3. Weak employer reference letters
4. Experience not properly documented
5. Not meeting Red Seal exam eligibility
Thatβs where professional guidance becomes crucial.
Why Choose Globexa Immigration?
At Globexa Immigration, we work with:
β’ Skilled tradespeople
β’ Technical workers
β’ Construction workers
β’ Industrial workers
We understand Canadian trade standards and help you avoid costly mistakes.
