Canada to launch express entry for qualified economic immigrants

OTTAWA: Canada is to launch a new electronic system, called Express Entry, next month which will shorten the processing time for qualified applicants immigrating to Canada to six months or less, Canada's top immigration official said here on Monday.

"With the launch of Express Entry in January, our government will build on our strong and proven record of helping immigrants succeed, and helping Canada's economy thrive," said Chris Alexander, Canada's citizenship and immigration minister.