First Express Entry Draw Of 2025 For Trades Issues 1,250 ITAs
On September 18, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the first trade-specific Express Entry draw of 2025, issuing 1,250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score was set at 462.
This marks the first targeted draw for skilled trades candidates in nearly a year—the previous trade-specific Express Entry draw was held in October 2024, 11 months ago.
Full Details Of The Express Entry Draw#368
- Category: Trade occupations (Version 2)
- Date and time: September 18, 2025
- CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 505
- Number of invitations issued: 1,250
- Rank needed: 1,250 or above
- Tie-breaking rule: November 05, 2024 at 22:36:09 UTC
A tie-breaking rule was applied, prioritizing profiles submitted before November 5, 2024, at 22:36:09 UTC for candidates tied at the lowest score.
Qualification for the Trade Category
To be qualified, you must:
- have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 6 months of full-time, continuous work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience)
- in a single occupation listed in the table below
- in Canada or abroad
Comparing All The Trade Express Entry Draws Till Date
The September 2025 draw’s CRS cut-off of 505 is significantly higher than all previous draws, which ranged from 388 to 436.
This sharp increase suggests a more selective approach in 2025, possibly due to a smaller pool of high-scoring trade candidates or a shift toward prioritizing highly skilled applicants.
| Date | Invitations | CRS score cutoff |
| September 18, 2025 | 1,250 | 505 |
| October 23, 2024 | 1,800 | 433 |
| July 4, 2024 | 1,800 | 436 |
| December 19, 2023 | 1,000 | 425 |
| August 3, 2023 | 1,500 | 388 |
CRS Score Trends: CRS cut-offs have risen over time, from 388 in August 2023 to 505 in September 2025.
Full List of 25 Occupations Eligible Under Trades Category
| Occupation | NOC code |
|---|---|
| Contractors and supervisors, oil and gas drilling and services | 82021 |
| Floor covering installers | 73113 |
| Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) | 73112 |
| Roofers and shinglers | 73110 |
| Concrete finishers | 73100 |
| Other technical trades and related occupations | 72999 |
| Water well drillers | 72501 |
| Electrical mechanics | 72422 |
| Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics | 72402 |
| Heavy-duty equipment mechanics | 72401 |
| Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics | 72400 |
| Bricklayers | 72320 |
| Cabinetmakers | 72311 |
| Carpenters | 72310 |
| Gas fitters | 72302 |
| Plumbers | 72300 |
| Industrial electricians | 72201 |
| Electricians (except industrial and power system) | 72200 |
| Welders and related machine operators | 72106 |
| Sheet metal workers | 72102 |
| Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors | 72100 |
| Home building and renovation managers | 70011 |
| Construction managers | 70010 |
| Cooks | 63200 |
| Construction estimators | 22303 |
Next Steps After Receiving an ITA (Invitation to Apply)
Receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) under Canada’s Express Entry system is an exciting milestone. However, it is also important to act carefully and promptly to secure permanent residency. Below are the essential steps candidates should follow once they receive their ITA.
1. Submit Your Application Within 60 Days
First and foremost, candidates must submit a complete permanent residency application through the IRCC portal within 60 days of receiving the ITA. This deadline is strict; therefore, preparing documents in advance can save valuable time.
2. Provide All Required Documentation
Next, applicants should gather and upload accurate supporting documents. These include:
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Proof of work experience in an eligible trade occupation
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Valid education credentials (ECA if applicable)
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Official language test results (IELTS/CELPIP/TEF)
Moreover, each document must be clear, valid, and consistent with the information in the Express Entry profile.
3. Complete Medical and Security Requirements
In addition, candidates are required to undergo a medical examination with an approved panel physician. At the same time, police certificates from every country or region where the applicant has lived for more than six months since the age of 18 must be provided. Furthermore, these checks ensure that only admissible candidates are granted permanent residency.
4. Stay Updated on Processing Timelines
Finally, it is wise to stay informed by regularly checking IRCC updates and communication through the online account. As a result, candidates can better anticipate the processing stages and prepare for the next steps, such as submitting biometrics or responding to additional document requests.
Latest Express Entry Draws: 2025
| Draw # | Minimum CRS Score Required | Date of Draw | # of ITAs Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| 368 | 505 (*Trade occupations only) | September 18, 2025 | 1,250 |
| 367 | 462 (*Education occupations only) | September 17, 2025 | 2,500 |
| 366 | 746 (*Provincial Nominee only) | September 15, 2025 | 228 |
| 365 | 446 (*French language proficiency only) | September 4, 2025 | 4,500 |
| 364 | 534 (*Canadian Experience Class) | September 3, 2025 | 1,000 |
| 363 | 772 (*Provincial Nominee only) | September 2, 2025 | 249 |
| 362 | 470 (*Healthcare and social services occupations) | August 19, 2025 | 2,500 |
| 361 | 800 (*Provincial Nominee only) | August 18, 2025 | 192 |
| 360 | 481 (*French language proficiency only) | August 8, 2025 | 2,500 |
| 359 | 534 (*Canadian Experience Class) | August 7, 2025 | 1,000 |
| 358 | 739 (*Provincial Nominee only) | August 6, 2025 | 225 |
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