Canada has introduced significant changes to its Express Entry system, impacting skilled workers seeking permanent residency in 2025. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revised the category-based draws, adding a new category while removing another. These modifications align with Canada’s evolving labor market demands and economic goals.
Key Express Entry Changes for 2025
The most notable update is the introduction of the Education category, which includes five specific occupations. Meanwhile, Transport has been removed from category-based draws. Additionally, social service occupations have been incorporated into the Healthcare category, broadening the scope of eligible applicants.
The revised categories listed by IRCC for 2025 are:
- French-language proficiency
- Healthcare and Social service occupations
- Agriculture and agri-food occupations
- Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) occupations
- Trades occupations
- Education occupations
However, IRCC has emphasized that the priority categories for 2025 will be:
- French-language proficiency
- Healthcare and Social service occupations
- Trades occupations
- Education occupations
This means applicants within these priority groups will receive higher chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) through category-based draws.
Changes in Eligible Occupations for Express Entry Categories
IRCC has not only introduced new categories but also made substantial changes to the eligible occupations within the existing ones.
Healthcare and Social Services
Newly added occupations:
- Animal Health Technologists and Veterinary Technicians (NOC 32104, TEER 2)
- Cardiology Technologists and Electrophysiological Diagnostic Technologists (NOC 32123, TEER 2)
- Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists (NOC 32111, TEER 2)
- Pharmacists (NOC 31120, TEER 1)
- Pharmacy Technicians (NOC 32124, TEER 2)
- Social and Community Service Workers (NOC 42201, TEER 2)
- Social Workers (NOC 41300, TEER 1)
Occupations removed from this category:
- Educational Counsellors (NOC 41320, TEER 1)
- Instructors of Persons with Disabilities (NOC 42203, TEER 2)
- Kinesiologists and Other Professional Occupations in Therapy and Assessment (NOC 31204, TEER 1)
- Other Assisting Occupations in Support of Health Services (NOC 33109, TEER 3)
- Other Practitioners of Natural Healing (NOC 32209, TEER 2)
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists (NOC 32200, TEER 2)
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Newly added occupations:
- Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians (NOC 22300, TEER 2)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians (NOC 22310, TEER 2)
- Geological Engineers (NOC 21331, TEER 1)
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians (NOC 22301, TEER 2)
- Mechanical Engineers (NOC 21301, TEER 1)
- Insurance Agents and Brokers (NOC 63100, TEER 3)
Occupations removed from this category:
- Architects (NOC 21200, TEER 1)
- Data Scientists (NOC 21211, TEER 1)
- Computer Engineers (NOC 21311, TEER 1)
- Software Developers and Programmers (NOC 21232, TEER 1)
- Urban and Land Use Planners (NOC 21202, TEER 1)
- Web Developers and Programmers (NOC 21234, TEER 1)
Trades
Newly added occupations:
- Home Building and Renovation Managers (NOC 70011, TEER 0)
- Construction Managers (NOC 70010, TEER 0)
- Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics (NOC 72401, TEER 2)
- Cooks (NOC 63200, TEER 3)
- Gas Fitters (NOC 72302, TEER 2)
Occupations removed from this category:
- Elevator Constructors and Mechanics (NOC 72406, TEER 2)
- Machine Fitters (NOC 72405, TEER 2)
New Education Category
This category now includes:
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Assistants (NOC 43100, TEER 3)
- Early Childhood Educators and Assistants (NOC 42202, TEER 2)
- Elementary School and Kindergarten Teachers (NOC 41221, TEER 1)
- Secondary School Teachers (NOC 41220, TEER 1)
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Conclusion
The 2025 Express Entry changes reflect Canada’s evolving labor market and economic priorities. With new categories introduced and significant modifications to existing ones, skilled workers must stay informed and adapt their immigration strategies accordingly. If you’re considering applying for permanent residency in Canada, seeking expert guidance to navigate these changes effectively is crucial.
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