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Canada’s Latest Express Entry Trades Draw – Who Received Invitations and How You Can Qualify

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Canada immigration news (September 2025): After nearly a year without a trades-focused round, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry Trades Occupations Draw on September 18, 2025. This draw signals that skilled trades remain a high priority in Canada’s immigration plan.

Highlights of the September 2025 Trades and Education Draws

  • Trades Occupations Draw (Sept 18, 2025):
    • 1,250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued
    • CRS cut-off score: 505
    • First trades draw in almost a year

  • Education Occupations Draw (Sept 17, 2025):
    • 2,500 ITAs issued to education professionals
    • CRS cut-off score: 462

These two back-to-back draws show that Canada is balancing its labour shortages by targeting skilled trades and education occupations simultaneously.

Sample Profiles That Could Receive an ITA

IRCC does not release the names of candidates invited, but based on the minimum scores and eligibility, here are fictionalized examples of candidates who could realistically receive an ITA:

1. Kavitha Mustafa – Cook (CRS 510)

  • 25-year-old from India

  • One year of Canadian work experience + two years of foreign work experience

  • Certificate of Qualification with Skilled Trades Ontario

  • English CLB 10
    ✅ Kavitha would meet the 505 CRS cut-off in the trades draw.

2. Mohamed Saddiq – Carpenter (CRS 521)

  • 31-year-old from Bangladesh

  • Three years foreign work experience + one year Canadian work experience

  • Studied carpentry at BCIT; brother is a Canadian PR

  • English CLB 9
    ✅ Mohamed’s strong skills and Canadian education give him a competitive score.

3. Jonathan Nwogu – Electrical Mechanic (CRS 506)

  • 32-year-old from Nigeria

  • Three years Canadian + three years foreign experience

  • Canadian diploma from George Brown College

  • English CLB 10

  • Married to an English teacher with Canadian work experience
    ✅ Jonathan meets the draw criteria and his spouse also gains PR if approved.

Understanding Category-Based Express Entry Selections

To be considered under a category-based draw (like trades or education):

  • You must first qualify under one of the three Express Entry-managed programs (Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, or Federal Skilled Trades).

  • You need at least six months of continuous work experience in the last three years in a targeted occupation or strong French language skills.

  • Work experience can be in Canada or abroad but must be in one eligible NOC occupation.

With cut-offs like 505 for trades and 462 for education, candidates need competitive human capital scores—language ability, Canadian work experience, and education in Canada all boost CRS points.

Why These Draws Matter

Canada faces ongoing shortages in both skilled trades and education. Electricians, carpenters, cooks, early childhood educators, and other professionals fill critical gaps as Canada grows. By inviting thousands of candidates in back-to-back draws, IRCC is encouraging immigrants with hands-on skills and teaching experience to build their careers in Canada.

For prospective immigrants, this is a clear signal to:

  • Gain Canadian work experience if possible.

  • Obtain a Certificate of Qualification from a provincial body (like Skilled Trades Ontario).

  • Improve language proficiency to at least CLB 9 or higher.

  • Pursue additional Canadian education to unlock extra CRS points.

How ICC Immigration Can Help You Succeed

Navigating Express Entry and category-based draws can be overwhelming. ICC Immigration is dedicated to helping you choose the best immigration pathway for your long-term success in Canada—whether you’re already here or applying from abroad.

Our services include:

🔹 Permanent Residency Applications:
From Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) to other immigration streams, our team ensures your PR application is complete, compliant, and positioned for the best chance of approval.

🔹 Work Permits and Study Permits:
If you’re not ready for PR, we’ll guide you toward temporary programs that build Canadian experience—giving you a stronger profile for future PR invitations.

🔹 Family Sponsorships:
We help you reunite with family members in Canada and secure permanent status together.

🔹 Expert Legal Advice:
Our immigration professionals provide up-to-date guidance on Canadian policies, maximizing your CRS score and avoiding costly mistakes.

Unlike the uncertainty of asylum claims, ICC Immigration offers stable and secure pathways to Permanent Residency—helping you plan your future with confidence.

Action Steps for Express Entry Candidates

If you’re aiming for a trades or education draw in 2025:

  • Evaluate your CRS score using the official IRCC tool.

  • Upgrade your language proficiency (IELTS/CELPIP for English, TEF/TCF for French).

  • Get credential assessments (ECA) and Canadian equivalency for your education.

  • Seek Canadian experience through work permits or study permits.

  • Stay informed about upcoming draws—IRCC indicated more trades draws may occur before the end of 2025.

Key Takeaway

Canada’s September 2025 Express Entry draws for Trades Occupations and Education Occupations show a clear opportunity for skilled workers to build a life in Canada. High CRS scores remain competitive, but with the right strategy—language scores, Canadian education, work experience, and a Certificate of Qualification—you can position yourself for success.

Whether you’re a cook, carpenter, electrician, or teacher, ICC Immigration can help you map out the most reliable path to Permanent Residency in Canada.