IRCC Issues 1,250 ITAs in Category-Based Trade Occupation Draw with a Minimum CRS Score of 505

By Vicky

September 19, 2025 | 1 min read

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted the latest Express Entry Draw 368, issuing 1,250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the c selection for Trade occupations.The draw, held on September 18, 2025, saw a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score cut-off score of 505. Candidates who received an ITA had submitted their profiles before the tie-breaking date of November 05, 2024, at 22:36:09 UTC.

Key Highlights of Express Entry Draw 368

Date of draw: September 18, 2025
Draw Type: Trade Occupations (category-based)
Number of ITAs issued: 1,250
Minimum CRS score required: 505
Tie-breaking rule: November 05, 2024, at 22:36:09 UTC

By mid-September 2025, IRCC has already held 38 draws, with category-based rounds continuing to highlight French language proficiency, education, healthcare, STEM, and trade occupations. While draw sizes have varied, CRS cut-offs have been historically high, signaling a tough competition across categories.

This trade-focused draw reaffirms Canada’s commitment to attracting skilled trades professionals who are vital to the country’s workforce. If you’re in the trades and planning for Canada PR, now is the right time to evaluate your eligibility and strengthen your Express Entry profile.

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