Skilled trades professionals have new reasons to celebrate after Canada’s latest Express Entry draw focused on trade occupations, opening doors for permanent residence to workers whose expertise keeps the country’s infrastructure, manufacturing, and essential services running strong.
Express Entry Draw Results – September 18, 2025
- Category: Trade Occupations (Version 2)
- Number of Invitations Issued: 1,250
- Minimum CRS Score: 505
- Tie-Breaking Rule: November 05, 2024 at 22:36:09 UTC
Candidates who received an Invitation to Apply (ITA) now have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence through the official Canada.ca portal. When multiple candidates had the minimum CRS of 505, the tie-break was determined by the date and time their Express Entry profiles were submitted.
Why This Trade-Focused Draw Matters
Canada’s economy depends on highly skilled tradespeople—from industrial electricians and welders to mechanics and construction experts. By prioritizing trade occupations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is directly addressing critical labour shortages in key sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing.
This targeted draw offers a clear pathway for trades professionals to secure permanent residency, ensuring they can contribute their vital skills to Canada’s long-term economic growth.
Express Entry – Trade Occupations Snapshot
| Draw Date | Invitations Issued | Minimum CRS Score |
|---|---|---|
| September 18, 2025 | 1,250 | 505 |
This latest draw highlights Canada’s continued commitment to attracting and retaining skilled trades talent—essential workers who build, maintain, and innovate across the country. Congratulations to all candidates who received an ITA!
