Is NOC 80022 (Managers in aquaculture) eligible for Express Entry?

Yes. NOC 80022 is a TEER 0 occupation, which is eligible for Express Entry including the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

What TEER level is NOC 80022?

NOC 80022 (Managers in aquaculture) is a TEER 0 occupation: Management occupations.

Can I get an LMIA for NOC 80022?

Yes. All NOC occupations including TEER 0 are eligible for Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) work permits, allowing Canadian employers to hire foreign workers when no qualified Canadians are available.

TEER 0NOC 80022 Express Entry Eligible

Managers in aquaculture NOC 80022, TEER 0

Managers in agriculture, horticulture and aquaculture

Immigration Eligibility

Express Entry Eligible

TEER 0 occupations qualify for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

Category-Based Draws

Agriculture

LMIA Eligible

Canadian employers can obtain an LMIA to hire a foreign worker for this occupation.

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

Many provinces have PNP streams that accept TEER 0 occupations. Alberta, BC, Ontario, and other provinces run occupation-specific draws.

Official Definition

Statistics Canada: NOC 2021

Managers in aquaculture manage operations of facilities which cultivate and harvest fish, shellfish or marine plants for replenishment of wildlife stocks or for commercial sale. They are employed by public or private fish hatcheries and commercial aquatic farms, or they may be self-employed.

TEER 0 Explained

TEER 0: Management occupations

Management occupations typically require extensive experience leading organizations. These are senior executive, director, and C-suite roles. All are eligible for Express Entry.