Minimum requirements:

 You must meet the minimum language threshold
 CLB 5 for speaking and listening, and
 CLB 4 for reading and writing
 Have at least 2 years of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time work) in a skilled trade within the 5 years before you apply Volunteer work or unpaid internships do not count
 Meet the job requirements for that skilled trade as set out in the National Occupational Classification, except for needing a certificate of qualification
 Have a valid job offer for a total period of at least 1 year