IRCC Holds New Express Entry Draw for Healthcare Workers – August 19, 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its fourth occupation-specific Express Entry healthcare draw of 2025 on August 19, targeting skilled healthcare professionals and social services workers to address critical labour shortages across Canada.
Latest Express Entry Healthcare Draw Results
Draw Details:
- Draw number: #362
- Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued: 2,500
- CRS score cut-off: 470 (decreased by 5 points from previous draw)
- Tie-breaking rule: April 23, 2025, at 20:08:53 UTC
The lower CRS score of 470 provides more opportunities for healthcare candidates to receive invitations, reflecting Canada’s urgent need for skilled healthcare professionals.
Express Entry Pool Statistics
As of August 17, 2025, the Express Entry pool contained 254,113 active profiles. This year, Canada has issued 55,820 ITAs across 32 Express Entry draws, demonstrating the government’s commitment to maintaining robust immigration levels.
Why Healthcare-Specific Draws Matter
This targeted Express Entry healthcare draw addresses Canada’s ongoing labour market needs in:
- Healthcare services
- Social assistance programs
- Medical support roles
- Clinical specializations
These occupation-specific draws allow IRCC to prioritize candidates with skills most needed in the Canadian job market, particularly in healthcare sectors experiencing worker shortages.
What This Means for Healthcare Candidates
Healthcare professionals with CRS scores of 470 or higher who submitted profiles before April 23, 2025, received invitations in this draw. The 5-point decrease in the minimum score creates opportunities for more candidates to qualify for permanent residence.
📌 Stay informed: Follow the latest Canada immigration news and Express Entry draw updates to maximize your chances of receiving an ITA in future healthcare-targeted draws.
