Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) opened September with a new Express Entry Draw, issuing 249 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To qualify, applicants needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 772 and must have submitted their Express Entry profile before August 28, 2025, at 7:19...
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Express Entry Draw #362 Issues 2,500 ITAs for Healthcare Professionals
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another major Express Entry draw #362 Canada, issuing 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in healthcare and social services. This marks the second-largest draw of the year for the sector, reinforcing Canada’s focus on addressing labour shortages in essential professions. To qualify, candidates required a minimum...
New Express Entry Draw #357 Invites 4,000 Healthcare & Social Service Professionals with Lower CRS of 475
In a significant move this July, Canada conducted its Express Entry draw #357 targeting healthcare and social service professionals, offering a strong opportunity for those in high-demand medical and community service fields. This draw, held on July 22, 2025, issued 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) with a minimum CRS score of 475, marking a noticeable...
IRCC Issues 500 ITAs in Express Entry Draw for Healthcare and Social Services Occupations
The latest Express Entry draw for healthcare and social services occupations was held by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on June 4, 2025. A total of 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to candidates who met specific eligibility criteria with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 504. This marks the second...
Canada Conducts First Express Entry Draw Under New Immigration Minister, Invited 277 Candidates
On May 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its latest Express Entry draw, marking the first selection round under Canada’s new Immigration Minister. A total of 277 candidates received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream. To qualify, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of...
Express Entry CEC Draw Sees Record High CRS in Draw #347, Issues 500 Invitations
After a three-month pause, Express Entry CEC Draw held on May 13, 2025, held its draw #347. With only 500 ITAs issued and an unusually high CRS cutoff, this latest CEC round raises questions about what lies ahead. Is IRCC falling behind on its in-Canada permanent residence targets? Should you prepare for bigger draws or...
Canada Express Entry Draw #343 Invites 421 PNP Candidates with CRS Cut-Off at 727
Canada continues to be a top destination for skilled migrants, and the latest Express Entry draw #343 proves it yet again. Held on April 28, 2025, this Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-specific draw invited 421 candidates to apply for permanent residence. With a CRS cut-off score of 727, this round marks a noticeable shift compared to...
How the Removal of Job Offer Points Is Shaping the Express Entry Pool – CRS Cut-Off for 2025
Canada’s Express Entry system has just gone through a major shift — and if you’re one of the thousands of candidates waiting for an invitation, this change could directly affect your chances. As of March 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) removed points awarded for arranged employment in the Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System...
Latest Express Entry Draw #339 Invites French-Speaking Candidates with Lowest CRS Since August 2024
The latest Express Entry draw #339 has created a significant opportunity for French-speaking candidates. On March 6, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4,500 invitations to apply (ITAs) under the category-based selection for French-language proficiency. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 410—the lowest recorded for this category since August 2024....