Canada Invites 3600 healthcare workers in the latest Express Entry Draw

In the 271st Express Entry draw conducted by IRCC, Canada invited 3,600 immigrants who had an express entry profile. This was the category-specific draw held for Healthcare Occupations.

The Express Entry round was conducted on 26th October at 13:28:39 UTC. The comprehensive ranking system (CRS) score for the lowest-ranking candidate was 431.

The tiebreaker rule was applied for May 24, 2023 agt 19:47:51 UTC.

Below is the tabular representation of the data of the latest express entry draw 2023:

 

Date	Minimum CRS score	Number of ITA	Category	Remark
Oct  10, 2023	431	3600	Healthcare Occupation	Tie-breaking rule: July 31, 2023, at 09:57:30 UTC

As per the CRS score distribution of Express Entry Candidates present in the pool for their Canada PR invitation as of 23rd October 2023, there are 214,873 applicants in the Express Entry pool currently out of which  60,587 belong to the 451 to 500 CRS range. While 1,307 applicants have CRS scores ranging between 501 to 600 and 1,536 applicants have a CRS score between 600 to 1200.

What are the eligibility criteria for Canada PR for the Healthcare Occupations Category?

To be eligible for this category you must possess the following:

• Applicant has to meet the eligibility criteria of one of  the following Express Entry Programs:

1. Federal Skilled Workers Program

2. Canadian Experience Class

3. Federal Skilled Trades Program.

• Your occupation must be listed in the eligible occupation list for healthcare workers

• You must have continuously paid 6 months of work experience in the last 6 months in the said occupation field.

• Also, you must meet the requirements as per the instructions given in the round.

Which are the mentioned occupations for the healthcare occupations category for Express Entry?

S No.           NOC                          Occupations

1. NOC 31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medication

2. NOC 31101 Specialists in surgery

3. NOC 31102      General practitioners and family physicians

4. NOC 31103 Veterinarians

5. NOC 31110 Dentists

6. NOC 31111 Optometrists

7. NOC 31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists

8. NOC 31121 Dieticians and nutritionists

9. NOC 31200 Psychologists

10. NOC 31201     Chiropractors

11. NOC 31202    Physiotherapists

12. NOC 31203 Occupational therapists

13. NOC 31204 Kinesiologists and other jobs in therapy and assessment

14. NOC 31209 Other professional jobs in analyzing health and treating

15. NOC 31300 Nursing co-ordinators and supervisors

16. NOC 31301 Registered nursemaids and enlisted psychiatric nurses

17. NOC 31302 Nurse practitioners

18. NOC 31303 Physician associates, midwives, and allied health specialists

19. NOC 32101 Licensed practical nurses

20. NOC 32102 Paramedical occupations

21. NOC 32103 Respiratory therapists and cardiopulmonary technologists

22. NOC 32109 Other technical jobs in therapy and examination

23. NOC 32120 Medical laboratory technologists

24. NOC 32121 Medical radiation technologists

25. NOC 32122 Medical Sonographers

26. NOC 32200 Traditional Chinese treatment workers and acupuncturists

27. NOC 32201      Massage therapists

28. NOC 32209      Other practitioners of natural healing

29. NOC 33101     Medical laboratory support and similar technical fields

30. NOC 33102 Nurse assistants, attendants, and patient service associates

31. NOC 33103 Pharmacy technical helpers and pharmacy subordinates

32. NOC 33109 Other nursing jobs in health services

33. NOC 41301 Therapists in counseling and connected fields

34. NOC 41320 Education counselors

35. NOC 42203 Instructors of persons with disabilities

Canada Express Entry Draw invites 300 applicants under French Speaking Draw

 On October 25, 2023, IRCC conducted a Canada Express Entry draw targeting the French linguistic applicant. In this draw, 300 applicants got ITAs for Canada Permanent Residence. 

The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score for the lowest-ranked candidate invited was 486. In the event of a tie, the tie-breaking rule was determined based on the submission date and time of the candidate's Express Entry profiles, with the cut-off set at September 30, 2023, at 04:22:17 AM UTC.

Mentioned below is the detail of the latest Express Entry Draw

Date                 Category                                  No. of Invites                  Min. CRS Score

25.10.2023 French Language Proficiency                   300                           486

If we go by the latest data as of October 23, 2023, the distribution of Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores within the Canadian Express Entry pool indicates a varied landscape of candidates. CRS scores ranging from 601 to 1200 held 1,536 profiles. While CRS scores ranging 501 to 600 there were 1,307 applications. Notably, the highest bracket, comprising scores between 601 and 1200, held 1,536 individuals while the largest contingent resided in the 451 to 500 brackets, with a substantial 60,587 individuals.

 It's important to note that these figures represent the overall composition of the pool and are subject to fluctuations due to the submission of new profiles and the expiration of existing ones.

How to apply for Express Entry?

Step 1: Check whether you are eligible to apply for Canada PR Via Express Entry. To ensure your eligibility make sure you score 67 points or above in the Federal Skills Point Grid. These scores are given based on Age, Work Experience, Education, Language Proficiency and Adaptability.

Step 2: Get your ECA done along with it you must also appear for your English Language Proficiency Test.

Step 3: Create an Express Entry account and fill in all the details.

Step 4: Once your profile has successfully been submitted in the express entry pool you must wait for your ITA.

Step 5: If your CRS Score matches the requirements of the current Express Entry draw you will get the ITA.

Step 6: Once you get the ITA you must submit all your documents and Canada PR fee.

Step 7: As soon as you get the COPR you can fly to Canada

Canada Express Entry Issued 1548 invitees in the recent PNP Draw

 In the latest Express Entry draw conducted by IRCC on October 24, 2023; 1,548 applicants were given the invitation who had a nomination from Provincial Nominee Program. Immigrants who had a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 776 or more were invited to apply for Canada Permanent Residence.

The tie-breaker rule for the current Express Entry round was set for July 7th, 2023 at 07:28:57 UTC. In situations where several candidates shared the lowest score, preference was given out to those who had submitted their Express Entry Profile earlier.

Canada has been constantly inviting skilled workers who can help meet the needs of different Canadian provinces. The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) lets provinces and territories choose people who want to move to Canada and settle in a specific province while also contributing to its economic growth.

As Canada keeps focusing on immigration to boost the economy and bring in diverse talents, the Express Entry system stays important for skilled workers and professionals who want to start a new life in Canada on a Canada PR visa.

Mentioned underneath is the tabular representation of the latest express entry draw 2023 update:

Date Category Invites CRS Score 24th October, 2023 PNP 1,548 776

Going by the details as of October 23rd, 2023; the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score distribution among candidates within the Express Entry pool are:

The current express entry pool has 214,873 profiles. Upon further observation, 1,536 candidates hold scores ranging from 601 to 1200, while 1,307 candidates possess scores falling within the 501-600 range. Moreover, 60,587 candidates, boast CRS scores ranging from 451 to 500. 

How to apply for Canada Express Entry via PNP?

Follow the mentioned steps below to start your Canada PR process:

Step 1: Get your profile evaluated if you are eligible to apply only then proceed with further steps.

Step 2: Get your ECA (Education Credential Assessment) done

Step 3: Alongside your ECA for Canada you must also appear for IELTS and try to achieve CLB 7 or more to be eligible.

Step 4: On receiving a positive ECA and good IELTS score you must apply for the most suited PNP as per your profile and interest i.e. you must file for the EOI (expression of interest).

Step 5: On receiving a Notification of Interest (NOI) from the province you must submit your document and PNP fee within the designated time of the said province the submission time can vary from 30 to 60 days.

Step 6: Once the immigration officers go through your documentation and you receive an ITA (Invitation to apply).

Step 7: Once you receive the ITA you must submit your remaining documents such as Medical, PCC, Biometrics and whatever has been asked for along with the Canada PR fee.

Step 8: After you receive COPR you are ready to fly to Canada.

If you too looking to immigrate to Canada this is Advisable to Seek expert advice from a well-qualified Canada Immigration Consultant who can unpuzzle the Canadian immigration process as per your personal and professional goals.