Express Entry Draw: More Invitations Issued for Healthcare and Social Services Professionals

According to the Government of Canada, the Express Entry system invites candidates from the pool through rounds of invitations held throughout the year. These rounds determine who can apply for permanent residence based on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score and eligibility under one of the Express Entry programs.

The latest Express Entry draw brings positive news for healthcare and social services professionals, with Canada issuing a higher number of invitations for this category. The increase shows the continued demand for skilled workers in health and community support roles, making this round especially encouraging for applicants in these fields.

This article focuses on healthcare and social services professionals, explaining the latest round of invitations, how the process works, and the different types of rounds used by the government.

Latest Round of Invitations

Category: Healthcare and Social Services Occupations
Date: November 14, 2025

• CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 462
• Number of invitations issued: 3,500
• Rank needed: 3,500 or above
• Tie-breaking rule: December 02, 2024 at 22:19:41 UTC
  • If multiple candidates share the same score, the cut-off is based on when they submitted their Express Entry profiles.

This round highlights Canada’s focus on welcoming skilled healthcare and social services professionals.

CRS Score Distribution

The CRS distribution as of November 9, 2025 shows how candidates are ranked in the pool, helping professionals understand their chances in future rounds.

Previous Rounds of Invitations

Reviewing previous rounds and CRS scores can help healthcare and social services professionals estimate their likelihood of being invited to apply in upcoming rounds. Detailed results are available in Express Entry reports.

How the Rounds Work

1. The government chooses the type of round.
2. It decides the number of candidates to invite.
3. It identifies the highest-ranking candidates in the pool who are eligible.
4. These candidates are invited to apply for permanent residence.

Types of Rounds of Invitations

1. General Rounds

Invite top-ranking candidates from all three Express Entry programs:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program
• Federal Skilled Trades Program
• Canadian Experience Class

2. Program-Specific Rounds

Invite candidates who are eligible for a specific Express Entry program.
Example: A Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) round only invites candidates who qualify for the PNP.

3. Category-Based Rounds

Established by the Minister to meet specific economic goals, such as addressing shortages in healthcare.
Invitations go to top-ranking candidates in the category, but candidates must still qualify for one of the three Express Entry programs.

Candidates with Provincial or Territorial Nominations

Candidates with a provincial or territorial nomination continue to be invited in both general rounds and PNP-specific rounds. A nomination remains one of the most effective ways to increase a CRS score and improve chances of being invited to apply.

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