IRCC Issues 1,800 ITAs in Latest Express Entry Draw for Trade Occupations

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held an Express Entry draw on October 23, 2024, inviting 1,800 candidates from trade occupations. Applicants needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 433 to qualify. 

This was the first trade-specific draw since July 2024, which had a slightly higher CRS score requirement of 436.

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Summary of the draw:

• Date: 23rd October
• ITAs issued: 1,800
• CRS cutoff: 433
• Category: Trade-specific

This draw was part of a busy week for IRCC, which also held two other draws. On October 22, 400 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates were invited with a minimum CRS score of 539, while on October 21, 648 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates were invited with a CRS cutoff of 791.

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