Express Entry: Trade Occupations Draws
On August 1, 2023, Marc Miller, the new Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), unveiled the introduction of occupation-specific Express Entry draws targeting professionals employed in skilled trades occupations. Commencing this week, the Express Entry system will prioritize...
Express Entry: Agriculture and Agri-food Occupations
Immigration Minister Sean Fraser made an announcement on May 31st regarding the initiation of category-based selection draws for Express Entry candidates by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). IRCC will prioritize Express Entry candidates with excellent French language skills or...
Healthcare Professionals Receive ITAs in Express Entry
On July 6, 2023, Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its second occupation-specific Express Entry draw, specifically targeting healthcare occupations and issued 500 Invitations to Apply (ITA). The cut-off score for this draw was 463 points, which was...
Express Entry Draw: STEM Professionals
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the first occupation-specific Express Entry draw for professionals in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) on July 5, 2023. During round #254, 500 Invitations to Apply (ITA) were extended to qualified candidates, with...