Canada Latest Express Entry Draw – Rounds of invitation
Canada recent CRS draw happened on September 18, 2025 in which 1,250 candidates from Express Entry pool are invited to apply for Canadian permanent residency. This was a program-based draw where only candidates from trade occupation are given invitation.
The latest Express Entry Draw #368 took place on September 18, 2025 issuing 1,250 invitations to category-based draw candidates targeting targeting occupations.
Latest Express Entry Draw on September 18, 2025
Invitation Round
368nd round of invitation
Date of Draw
The draw was conducted on September 18, 2025.
Type of Draw
This category based draw was focused on candidates of trade occupations.
CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited
Applicants needed at least 505 CRS points to be invited.
Number of ITAs Issued
A total of 1,250 candidates received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Canadian permanent residency.
Tie-Breaking rule
Profiles submitted before November 05, 2024 at 22:36:09 UTC were given priority in case of identical scores.
What is Trade Draw in Canadian immigration?
A trade draw is Canadian targeted Express Entry draw where the IRCC issue invitations to the skilled tradespeople to meet the labor market needs. This type of draw only targets skilled and experienced candidates in specific trades such as construction, manufacturing, and transportation to Canada.
Key Features of Trade Draws
Who is eligible for Canada’s trade occupations Express Entry draw?
In order to qualify for Canada’s trade occupation Express Entry draw, candidate must have submitted profile in the Express Entry pool, and have at least six months of recent, continuous work experience in any of the eligible trade such as electrician, plumber, welder, or carpenter.
Express Entry System
Canada’s trade occupation draws are held under the Express Entry system, where candidates profiles are managed and ranked through a points-based system, and those with the highest score receives invitations to apply (ITAs).
Targeted Skilled Occupations
This type of draw focuses on specific skilled occupations such as electrician, plumber, cooks, and welder.
Comprehensive Ranking System
Applicants are evaluated through the comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), which assigns points for factors such as age, education, language proficiency and professional work experience. You can easily calculate your CRS score using our free CRS calculator to find out how many points you might earn based on your profile factors.
Work Experience Requirements
Candidates must have at least six months of full time work experience in any of the eligible trade occupation. The work experience should be gained within the past three years.
Addressing Labor Market Needs
The main purpose of trade draws is to attract the skilled professionals to meet Canada’s growing demand for tradespeople.
Lower CRS Score Requirements
The minimum CRS score required for trade draws is often lower than general draws, as they specifically target with in-demand trade skills.