help im confused

[gerrybyrne]

ok. MY wife and I ( both irish ) bought a house in Ontario 4 years ago. We still live in Ireland but would like to relocate to ontario. We have checked out the immigration website, but find it very confusing. I am a qualified plumber and my wife works in financial customer service. I am 49 and she is 47.
                1. Which category would be best for us to apply under.
                2. Does owning a house there give us any advantage.
                3. How long does a skilled worker application take.
                           
                       

[Leon]

You can apply as a skilled worker since plumbers are on the most wanted list.  Since there are new rules now, nobody knows how long it will take anymore but they are aiming at 6-12 months although I am sure it will be more like 12 to 18 to start with.  I don't think owning a house matters either way.  Have you checked about licensing requirements and job opportunities in ON?

[gerrybyrne]

You can apply as a skilled worker since plumbers are on the most wanted list.  Since there are new rules now, nobody knows how long it will take anymore but they are aiming at 6-12 months although I am sure it will be more like 12 to 18 to start with.  I don't think owning a house matters either way.  Have you checked about licensing requirements and job opportunities in ON?

Thanks for the reply leon. Im not sure what you mean by licensing. Can you explain for me .