Canada’s First Express Entry Draw for Transport Occupations

In an unprecedented move, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made history by conducting its inaugural Express Entry draw with a focus on candidates working in transport occupations. This announcement comes as the second Express Entry draw held within a single week.

On September 20, IRCC extended invitations to 1,000 individuals employed in transport occupations, offering them the opportunity to apply for permanent residency in Canada. Notably, the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required to secure an Invitation to Apply (ITA) was set at 435.

Just a day earlier, on September 19, IRCC also issued an exceptional 3,200 invitations to candidates in an all-program draw. For this draw, the minimum CRS score was established at 531.

These developments underscore Canada’s dynamic immigration strategy, as the nation continues to actively seek skilled professionals from a diverse range of sectors to contribute to its ongoing growth and prosperity.

It’s crucial to pay attention to specific details, including the quantity of invitations extended and the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score necessary.

• Category: Transport Occupation (2023-1)
• Total number of invitations sent: 1000
• Date of Draw: 20th September, 2023, 14:04:14 UTC
• Minimum CRS Score: 435
• Tie-breaking rule: June 17th, 2023 at 06:44:01 UTC

As of September 20, 2023, the IRCC had recorded 216,035 successful profile submissions. The selection process relied on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. Out of these, 58,838 individuals had CRS scores ranging from 451 to 500, while 3,091 immigrants scored between 501 and 600 on the CRS. Additionally, 2,637 applicants achieved CRS scores ranging from 601 to 1200.

Qualifications for the Transport Occupations Category

To be eligible for the transport occupations category, you must meet the following criteria:

• Express Entry Program Eligibility: You should fulfil the eligibility requirements for at least one of the Express Entry programs, which includes the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Canadian Experience Class, or Federal Skilled Trades Program.
• Recent Work Experience: Within the last three years, you must have accumulated a minimum of six months of continuous work experience in one of the occupations listed within this category.
• Compliance with Round Instructions: It’s essential to adhere to all additional requirements specified in the instructions for the particular round of invitations.

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