NOC 00010Legislators

TEER 0 — Management occupations

NOC 00010 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Legislators. It is classified TEER 0 — Management occupations, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.

Express Entry eligible: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Legislative & senior management

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Definition

Legislators participate in the activities of a federal, provincial, territorial or local government legislative body or executive council, band council or school board as elected or appointed members.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Enact, amend or repeal laws and regulations
Participate in developing or amending government policies, programs or procedures
Represent their government at local, national and international meetings and conferences
Respond to matters of concern to constituents or the general public
May serve as minister responsible for a government department or agency and direct senior government managers and officials in the implementation of government policy and the management of that department or agency.

Example job titles

•cabinet minister
•city councillor
•First Nations band chief
•governor general
•lieutenant-governor
•mayor
•Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)
•Member of Parliament (MP)

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Overview

NOC 00010 encompasses Legislators in Canada, who are elected or appointed officials responsible for proposing, debating, and enacting laws and regulations at federal, provincial, and municipal levels of government. Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, this occupation falls under TEER 0, representing legislative and senior management roles. Common job titles within this classification include Members of Parliament (MPs), Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs), senators, mayors, and city councillors.

Legislators participate in legislative sessions, serve on government committees, represent the interests of their constituents, and assist in the development of public policies. For Canadian immigration purposes, individuals with experience as legislators may qualify for various economic immigration programs, such as those managed under the Express Entry system or Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), provided they meet the specific eligibility criteria, language proficiency levels, and educational equivalencies required by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

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Frequently asked questions

Is NOC 00010 eligible for Express Entry?

Yes — Legislators is TEER 0, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.

What education or training does NOC 00010 usually require?

Legislators is classified as TEER 0 — Management occupations. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.