Canada Holds Its First Education Draw Under Express Entry in Over Four Months
Published: September 17, 2025 | Last updated: September 17, 2025 ET
🎯 Key Takeaways
- First education-specific Express Entry draw since May 2025
- 2,500 ITAs issued with a CRS cut-off score of 462
- Targets teachers, educational administrators, and childcare workers
- Adds to critical teacher shortages across Canada
- Signals ongoing focus on category-based selection
Exclusive: Education Draw Details
On September 17, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its first education-specific Express Entry draw since May, issuing 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) with a Global Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score of 462.
This targeted draw specifically invited candidates with educational credentials and teaching experience, marking a strategic response to ongoing teacher shortages across Canadian provinces.
Who Was Invited
The education draw targeted candidates in the following professions:
- Primary and secondary teachers
- Early childhood educators and assistants
- University professors and college instructors
- Educational counsellors and administrators
- Special education teachers and support workers
Impact on Future Draws
This education-focused draw indicates IRCC's commitment to addressing specific labour market needs through category-based selection, with education professionals likely to see continued priority in future draws.
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