On August 3, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the first occupation-specific skilled trades Express Entry draw and issued 1,500 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates working in one of the skilled trades occupations.
In round #261, the cut-off score was 388 points.
The tie-breaking rule for this round was June 7, 2023, at 07:03:08 UTC.
As of August 1, 2023, there were 211,529 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, Canada issued 73,448 ITAs through the Express Entry draws.
Occupations targeted In Skilled Trades Express Entry Draw
Occupations targeted in the first occupation-specific skilled trades Express Entry draw are listed in the table below with their respective NOC codes and TEER category
| Occupation | NOC code | TEER |
| Residential and commercial installers and servicers | 73200 | 3 |
| Elevator constructors and mechanics | 72406 | 2 |
| Machine fitters | 72405 | 2 |
| Heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning mechanics | 72402 | 2 |
| Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics | 72400 | 2 |
| Carpenters | 72310 | 2 |
| Plumbers | 72300 | 2 |
| Electricians (except industrial and power systems) | 72200 | 2 |
Welders and related machine operators | 72106 | 2 |
| Contractors and supervisors, other construction trades, installers, repairers, and services | 72014 | 2 |
How Can I Apply for Express Entry?
The Canadian government uses a system called Express Entry to handle applications for permanent residence. The CRS, a point-based system, is used by Express Entry to rank candidate profiles. It takes two steps to submit an Express Entry application. The initial step is to submit your profile along with the required documentation. Results of language tests, academic credentials, passports, or different types of travel documents are typically required.
You can submit your whole application for the IRCC to review after submitting a profile and being invited to apply for Canadian permanent residency. Added proof of identity, letters of recommendation, police clearance records, and the results of a medical exam should all be included in your complete application.
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