IRCC Invites 500 Candidates in Healthcare & Social Services Express Entry Draw
Canada continues to prioritize essential workers. On June 4, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a targeted Express Entry draw specifically for candidates working in healthcare and social services occupations.
A total of 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued in this round. To be considered, candidates needed to have:
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A Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 504
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Submitted their Express Entry profile before 6:47 a.m. (UTC) on March 31, 2025
This marks the second targeted draw in 2025 for this vital category, reflecting Canada’s continued focus on addressing labor shortages in health and social service roles.
📊 Quick Snapshot: 2025 Express Entry Draws
Here’s how 2025 Express Entry draws have shaped up so far:
| 📅 Date | 🗂️ Draw Type | 🎯 ITAs Issued | 📈 CRS Cut-off |
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| June 4 | Healthcare & Social Services | 500 | 504 |
| June 2 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 277 | 726 |
| May 13 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 500 | 547 |
| May 12 | PNP | 511 | 706 |
| May 2 | Healthcare & Social Services | 500 | 510 |
| May 1 | Education | 1,000 | 479 |
IRCC has now issued 35,217 ITAs in total this year, with the majority going to PNP, CEC, French-language, and category-based candidates.
⏳ How Long Does Express Entry Take?
Here’s what to expect with the process:
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Your Express Entry profile stays active for 12 months
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If you don’t get an ITA during that time, you can resubmit (if still eligible)
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Once you get an ITA, you have 60 days to submit a complete PR application
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IRCC aims to process complete PR applications within 6 months
Note: Submission timing matters. If multiple candidates have the same CRS score, IRCC uses a “tie-breaker” rule based on the timestamp of profile submission.
🧠 Final Thoughts
With healthcare and social services continuing to be a national priority, now is a great time for professionals in these fields to explore Canada’s immigration pathways. If you’re in a qualifying role and meet the CRS cut-off, your chances of being selected through a targeted Express Entry draw are higher than ever.
➡️ Thinking of applying? Make sure your profile is complete and up to date, especially your language scores and job details. Every detail can make a difference.