Express Entry is an online system that is used my the Canadian government to manage applications for permanent residence from skilled workers. There are 3 federal programs within Express Entry.
Federal Skilled Worker
Federal Skilled Trades
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
After the candidate is drawn from the Express Entry pool and receives and ITA (Invitation to Apply), most complete applications that have all the supporting documents are processed in 6 months or less.
Express Entry ensures that candidates who are most likely to succeed economically – not simply those first in line – are able to immigrate to Canada