Canada provides opportunities for skilled workers through its Express Entry system and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). The points-based Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) assesses applicants based on their age, educational background, language skills and work history. Qualified individuals establish their profiles online and those with the best rankings obtain Invitations to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency. Job opportunities exist for numerous skilled professions which include IT roles as well as engineering and healthcare positions and trades work.