Express Entry
Canada’s Historic Express Entry Draw for Transport Occupations
In the Canadian immigration landscape, the Express Entry system continues to adapt to the country’s changing needs. Notably, the first-ever Category-Based Express Entry draw for transport occupations marks a pivotal moment for aspiring newcomers to Canada.
A Resounding Restart: The Latest Express Entry Draw
The date 20 September marked history with Canada’s first Express Entry draw targeting transport occupation candidates, addressing labor shortages, said the Minister of Transport Pablo Rodriguez.
He highlights the sector’s economic importance and aims to attract talent like truck drivers, pilots, engineers, and seafarers for growth and supply chain resilience. Despite more summer draws due to category-based selections, none occurred since August 15 before this week’s event. IRCC hasn’t explained the pause.
Category-Based Draw for Transport Occupations
In response to the labor shortages in the transportation sector, Canada’s immigration authorities conducted the first-ever Express Entry draw inviting 1000 transport-related occupations.
The Key Highlights of the Transport Occupations Draw:
Focus on Essential Roles: The draw invited 1,000 roles from crucial occupations vital to Canada’s economy, such as truck drivers and logistics experts.
Lower CRS Score: This draw welcomed candidates with CRS scores as low as 435, recognizing their invaluable contributions to Canada’s economy despite a lower score.
IRCC’s Latest Express Entry Draws: 2,000 Invitations in 2 Days
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted two Express Entry draws this week. On September 20, IRCC extended invitations to 1,000 candidates in transport occupations to apply for permanent residence. The bar for receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) was set at a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 435.
Just the day before, on September 19, IRCC made another move by issuing 3,200 invitations to candidates in an all-program draw. This time, the minimum CRS score was higher, standing at 531.
Category-Based Express Entry Draws: A Snapshot of Key Results
In recent Express Entry draws Canada continues to welcome a diverse pool of immigrants. Here’s a quick look at notable category-based express entry draw results since June 2023:
| Date of Draw | Category-Based Occupations | No. of Invitations | CRS Score |
| September 20 | Transport Occupations | 1,000 | 435 |
| August 3 | Trade Occupations Draw | 1,500 | 388 |
| August 2 | French Language Proficiency Draw | 800 | 435 |
| July 12 | French Language Proficiency Draw | 3,800 | 375 |
| July 7 | French Language Proficiency Draw | 2,300 | 439 |
| July 6 | Healthcare Occupations | 1,500 | 463 |
| July 5 | STEM Occupations | 500 | 486 |
| June 28 | Healthcare Occupations | 500 | 476 |
The Road Ahead
The Express Entry is not just a system but a lifeline for countless hopeful immigrants. It meticulously assesses candidates, ranking them based on their skills and potential contributions to Canada. But, what’s truly moving is how category-based selection draws reach out to those in specific sectors, not just filling jobs but forging futures.
These initiatives, born of collaboration with provinces and stakeholders, carry the promise of a brighter tomorrow for both newcomers and Canada’s thriving economy. In conclusion, this transport occupation draw is a milestone signifying Canada’s commitment to a prosperous future for all.
