09/04/2026
π¨π¦ Express Entry Healthcare & Social Services Category Draw β September 4, 2026
IRCC's latest Healthcare and Social Services category-based Express Entry draw issued 3,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a minimum CRS score of 475.
π Draw Details
πΉ ITAs: 3,500
πΉ CRS Cut-off: 475
πΉ Tie-breaking date: May 26, 2026 at 00:26:14 UTC
The previous Healthcare and Social Services draw, held on June 25, 2026, issued 4,000 ITAs with the same CRS cut-off of 475. The latest draw therefore maintained the same CRS threshold while issuing 500 fewer invitations.
π₯ Who Can Benefit?
Candidates with qualifying work experience in an eligible healthcare or social-services occupation may benefit from category-based selection, provided they also meet the requirements of an Express Entry program such as the CEC, FSWP or FSTP.
Generally, candidates need at least 12 months of qualifying work experience in an eligible occupation within the required three-year period, along with the applicable Express Entry requirements.
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What Candidates Should Do
πΉ Confirm that their occupation is eligible
πΉ Ensure their actual job duties match the applicable NOC
πΉ Calculate and monitor their CRS score
πΉ Maintain valid language test results
πΉ Keep their Express Entry profile updated
πΉ Consider PNP options if eligible
πΉ Prepare supporting documents in advance
An ITA is an important step, but candidates must still submit a complete application and meet all applicable IRCC eligibility and admissibility requirements.
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Juby Mathew, RCIC
Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant