Canada conducted its latest Express Entry draw on September 4, 2026. The draw invited 3,500 candidates under the Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3 category. Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 475 to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA).

Key Highlights

  • Draw Date: September 4, 2026
  • Draw Type: Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3
  • Number of ITAs Issued: 3,500
  • Minimum CRS Score: 475
  • Rank Needed: 3,500 or above
  • Tie-Breaking Rule: May 26, 2026 at 00:26:14 UTC
The tie-breaking rule applies when several candidates have the same CRS score. In this draw, candidates who submitted their Express Entry profiles before May 26, 2026 at 00:26:14 UTC received priority.

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Why This Draw Matters

The latest draw highlights Canada's continued use of category-based Express Entry selection to invite candidates with experience in healthcare and social services occupations. These targeted draws provide opportunities for eligible professionals whose work experience falls within the specified category.

Candidates interested in Canada's Express Entry system should ensure that their occupation, work experience, language test results, education credentials and other profile information meet the applicable requirements.

Opportunities for Healthcare and Social Services Candidates

Candidates working in eligible healthcare and social services occupations may have an opportunity to receive an ITA through future category-based Express Entry draws.

Maintaining a strong Express Entry profile, improving language test results, gaining additional eligible work experience and ensuring that education and work experience information is accurately documented can help candidates strengthen their overall profile.

Candidates should also regularly review their eligibility and keep their Express Entry profiles updated with any changes to their personal, educational or professional information.

What to Do If You Were Invited

Candidates who received an ITA in the September 4 draw should begin preparing their permanent residence application within the required 60-day period.

Applicants should ensure that all supporting documents, including language test results, work experience records, education credentials, police certificates and other required documentation, are complete and accurate before submitting their application.

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If You Weren’t Invited

Candidates who did not receive an ITA can explore ways to improve their CRS score before future Express Entry draws. Depending on their circumstances, they may improve their language test results, gain additional eligible work experience, pursue further education or explore provincial nomination opportunities.

Candidates in healthcare and social services occupations should also monitor future category-based Express Entry draws to determine whether they may qualify under the relevant selection criteria.

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