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AI-Assisted Screening for Express Entry Immigration Applications

Accountable

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)

Functional Modes

Deciding (Analytical AI)

Human decides

Purpose

Border & Immigration

Input Dataset

Sensitive personal information Identifiable data

Algorithm or Model

Classification & Prediction

Output Dataset

A recommendation or prediction Pseudonymous data

Details

FinDec is a predictive modelling tool used by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to screen applications submitted through the Express Entry immigration system. The system is used by Government of Canada employees to support processing decisions. It directly affects people applying for permanent residence in Canada through Express Entry. Applicants should be aware that automated predictive modelling plays a role in how their applications are assessed.