IRCC’s Express Entry invitation schedule for category-based draws in 2025 revealed

At Kansas Overseas, we go beyond guiding applicants—we empower them with clarity, strategy, and confidence. As immigration and visa consulting specialists, we ensure you’re not just informed, but strategically prepared for success. Below, we bring you five essential takeaways from the newly revealed IRCC schedule for category-based draws in 2025.

IRCC’s 2025 Intent: Aligning with Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan

The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has confirmed its category-based Express Entry draw allocations align closely with the Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2025–2027. Most Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued in the latter half of 2025 are designed to support Canada’s 2026 immigration targets.

Breakdown of Planned ITAs by Sector

An Access to Information (ATIP) disclosure provides a clear picture of how many ITAs are allocated—and how many remain to be issued—in key sectors:

This data confirms that future draws will heavily target Education and Trades, with healthcare nearing completion

Category-Based Draw Types IRCC Will Prioritize

IRCC continues to conduct draws focusing on specific high-need categories. These include:

• French-language proficiency
• Healthcare and social services
• STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
• Trade occupations
• Agriculture and agri-food
• Education occupations

These category-based draws complement general and program-specific rounds and are carefully designed to address economic priorities.

Recent Category-Based Draws: What Has Happened So Far

In 2025, several draws have already occurred. Highlights include:

• July 22: 4,000 ITAs issued targeting Healthcare and social services, with a CRS cut-off of 475.
• August 19: A healthcare-focused draw issued 2,500 ITAs, with a CRS cut-off of 470.
• A draw on August 8 focused on French-language proficiency, issuing 2,500 ITAs.

These draws confirm IRCC’s continued focus on priority sectors as per the broader categories strategy.

Strategic Forecast: What to Expect Next

Based on official announcements and expert analysis:

• We anticipate 1–2 category-based draws each month through the end of 2025, including for Healthcare, Trades, and French-language proficiency.
• Educational and trade categories remain under-invited, suggesting likely upcoming draws in these sectors.
• IRCC plans to share a three-month rolling ITA calendar with provinces and territories—covering weeks of draws, types, and projected CRS scores—improving coordination for provincial nominee nominations.

Why This Matters for You—and How Kansas Overseas Helps

Smart applicants don’t just react—they anticipate. Understanding IRCC’s category-based strategy helps you:

• Align your Express Entry profile with sectors actively being invited.
• Rank your application timing to match upcoming draw windows.

With Kansas Overseas, you benefit from:

• Expert guidance across all Express Entry classifications.
• Strategic profiling to enhance eligibility for category-based draws.
• Personalized planning, proactive updates, and document precision.

Ready for Your Next Move?

The final months of 2025 offer high-value opportunities—especially in Education and Trades. Let Kansas Overseas help you turn insight into action.

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