14301

Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks

TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training

Express Entry skill level: No
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Business, finance & administration

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Definition

Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks write correspondence, proofread material for accuracy, compile material for publication, verify, record and process forms and documents, such as applications, licences, permits, contracts, registrations and requisitions, and perform other related clerical duties in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules. They are employed by newspapers, periodicals, publishing firms and by establishments throughout the private and public sectors.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Classified advertising clerks
Receive customers' orders for classified advertising, write and edit copy, calculate advertising costs and bill customers.
Correspondence clerks
Write business and government correspondence such as replies to requests for information and assistance, damage claims, credit and billing enquiries and service complaints.
Proofreaders and editorial assistants
Assist in the preparation of periodicals, advertisements, catalogues, directories and other material for publication
Verify facts and conduct research
Read material prior to publication to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical or compositional errors.
Readers and press clippers
Read newspapers, magazines, press releases and other publications to locate and file articles of interest to staff and clients.
Regulatory clerks
Compile, verify, record and process applications, licences, permits, contracts, registrations, requisitions and other forms and documents in accordance with established procedures using processing systems
Authorize and issue licences, permits, registration papers, reimbursements and other material after requested documents have been processed and approved.

Example job titles

•advertising clerk
•application clerk
•authorization clerk
•by-law clerk
•classified advertising clerk
•contract clerk
•correspondence clerk
•customs clerk

Overview

NOC 14301 covers correspondence, publication, and regulatory clerks, who play a vital role in drafting letters, proofreading manuscripts, and processing applications for licenses, permits, and other registrations. Classified under TEER 4 of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, professionals in this category are employed by government departments, publishing companies, and various private sector organizations to ensure administrative compliance and clear communication.

Since NOC 14301 is a TEER 4 occupation, candidates seeking Canadian permanent residency generally look beyond the Federal Skilled Worker Program of Express Entry. Instead, viable pathways include the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), various Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams tailored for semi-skilled workers, and localized pilots such as the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP). A valid job offer from a Canadian employer is typically a key requirement for these pathways.

Employment in this occupation generally requires the completion of secondary school, and some positions may require additional college courses or clerical experience. Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal immigration advice. Please consult a regulated Canadian immigration professional or the official IRCC website for certified guidance.

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