Canada Issues 3,500 ITAs in Category-Based Draw for Healthcare and Social Service Workers with Minimum CRS Score of 475

Canada has invited 3,500 candidates to apply for permanent residence through the latest Express Entry category-based draw, held on September 4, 2026.

The draw targeted candidates in the Healthcare and Social Services Occupations category and required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 475.

Express Entry Draw Highlights

• Draw Number: 441.
• Date: September 4, 2026.
• Category: Healthcare and Social Services Occupations.
• ITAs Issued: 3,500.
• Minimum CRS Score: 475.
• Tie-Breaking Date: May 26, 2026.
• Tie-Breaking Time: 00:26:14 UTC.
• Category Version: 2026 – Version 3.

Healthcare and Social Services Workers Targeted

The latest round is part of Canada’s category-based Express Entry selection system, which allows Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to invite candidates who meet specific economic and labour market priorities.

Candidates who met the eligibility requirements for the Healthcare and Social Services category and had a CRS score of 475 or higher were considered for this draw.

What Does the Latest Draw Mean?

The September 4 draw maintained a CRS cut-off of 475, providing another opportunity for eligible healthcare and social services professionals seeking Canadian permanent residence.

However, the number of invitations decreased compared with the previous healthcare and social services draw. Candidates should not consider the current CRS cut-off a guaranteed benchmark for future Express Entry rounds, as IRCC can change the number of invitations, categories and selection criteria.

Who Can Benefit From Category-Based Draws?

Healthcare and social services professionals with eligible work experience may benefit from category-based Express Entry selection if they meet the applicable requirements.

Candidates must also qualify for one of the federal economic immigration programs managed through Express Entry, including:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
• Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)

Meeting the occupational requirements alone does not guarantee an Invitation to Apply. Candidates must meet all applicable eligibility requirements and achieve a CRS score high enough for the specific draw.

What Should Candidates Do Next?

Candidates who received an ITA should check their IRCC account and begin preparing the required documents before the application deadline.

Those who were not invited can review their CRS score and Express Entry profile and explore ways to strengthen their profile for future draws.