95107

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, "Labourers in fish and seafood processing" are classified under NOC code 95107. This occupation falls under TEER Category 5, which represents occupations that typically require short work demonstrations and no formal educational requirements, though some secondary school education may be preferred by employers. Workers in this unit group are employed in fish and seafood processing plants, primarily located in Canada's coastal regions, where on-the-job training is standard.

According to the official ESDC classification, the primary duties for NOC 95107 involve performing manual tasks to process fish and seafood. Daily responsibilities include cutting, cleaning, and trimming fish or seafood prior to marketing or further processing; scraping away scales, cutting off tails and fins, and washing fish cavities; and disjointing lobsters, crabs, and other crustaceans. Labourers are also responsible for packing fish or seafood in ice, cartons, or crates, loading and unloading transport vessels or trucks, and cleaning work areas and processing equipment.

While TEER 5 occupations are generally not eligible for the Federal Skilled Worker Program under Express Entry, candidates under NOC 95107 have alternative pathways to Canadian permanent residency. This occupation is highly valued in regional economic programs, such as the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), which supports employers in Atlantic Canada hiring foreign nationals. Additionally, several Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams target semi-skilled and entry-level workers in the agri-food and seafood processing sectors to address local labor market shortages.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional immigration advice. Please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated Canadian immigration professional for official guidance.