Express Entry Draw Targets Education Occupations – 1,000 Invitations Issued
On May 1, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a category-based Express Entry draw, inviting 1,000 candidates to apply for permanent residence. This round specifically targeted individuals with work experience in education occupations.
Draw Details
- Draw Category: Education Occupations (Category-Based Selection)
- Number of Invitations Issued: 1,000
- Minimum CRS Score Required: 479
- Date and Time of Draw: May 1, 2025 at 16:02:30 UTC
- Tie-breaking Rule: August 10, 2024 at 10:35:55 UTC
What Does This Mean for You?
This draw is part of Canada’s ongoing effort to attract skilled professionals in key sectors, including education. If you have recent experience in teaching or related education roles and meet the CRS cut-off, you may have received an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
What to Do if You Were Invited
If you received an ITA, you have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence. Be sure your documentation is accurate and ready to go to avoid delays.
Didn’t Get Invited?
Even if you weren’t selected in this round, you can improve your chances by increasing your CRS score, gaining more work experience, improving language results, or securing a provincial nomination.
For a step-by-step breakdown of how Express Entry works and tips to boost your profile, check out our Express Entry Guide.
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