{"id":4179,"date":"2024-11-14T08:16:42","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T08:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novaterraimmigration.ca\/?page_id=4179"},"modified":"2026-02-18T19:56:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T19:56:24","slug":"category-based-draws","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/novaterraimmigration.ca\/en\/programs\/express-entry\/category-based-draws\/","title":{"rendered":"Category-Based Draws"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Category-Based Draws<\/b> within Express Entry<\/span><\/span><\/h1><\/header>
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Category-Based Draws:<\/b> advantages for candidates with priority skills and experience<\/span><\/span><\/h3><\/header>
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Canada continues to attract skilled workers from around the world, and the Express Entry program is a key tool in this process. In 2024, IRCC introduced targeted draws to prioritize candidates with the necessary skills and work experience. These draws are aimed at attracting professionals with French language proficiency and experience in specific areas with labor shortages.<\/p>\n

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1.<\/b> Knowledge of French<\/span><\/span><\/h4><\/header>
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To become a suitable candidate for French Language Proficiency category-based draw \u00a0<\/a><\/span>solid knowledge of French at the level CLB 7<\/a><\/span> in all four language skills is required. Language tests approved for immigration are TEF Canada and TCF Canada.<\/p>\n

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2.<\/b> In-demand work experience<\/span><\/span><\/h4><\/header>
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For this category you need to accumulate, in the last 3 years, at least 6 months of full-time, continuous work experience<\/strong> (or equivalent part-time experience) in one of the occupations selected for targeted selections in Canada or abroad.<\/p>\n

In 2026, the following will participate in the category-based draws:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Healthcare and social services occupations<\/p>\n

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Science, Engineering, Technology, and Mathematics (STEM) occupations<\/p>\n

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Trade occupations<\/p>\n

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Education occupations<\/p>\n

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Transport Occupations<\/p>\n

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Physicians with experience in Canada<\/p>\n

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Senior managers with experience in Canada<\/p>\n

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Researchers with experience in Canada<\/p>\n

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Skilled military recruits<\/p>\n

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All eligible professions for category-based draws can be viewed here<\/strong><\/a><\/span>,<\/strong> by choosing the appropriate industry.<\/p>\n

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Start the process of Immigration to Canada<\/b> today<\/span><\/span><\/h3><\/header>
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Important<\/strong>: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration requirements may change, please check the official resources for up-to-date information.<\/pre>\n
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Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) applicants<\/span><\/span><\/h4><\/header><\/div>
This program is designed for highly skilled individuals who are selected based on their ability to settle in Canada and contribute to its economy<\/p><\/div>
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Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) applicants<\/span><\/span><\/h4><\/header><\/div>
The program targets skilled trades workers whose skills are in demand in Canada.<\/p><\/div>
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Canadian Experience Class (CEC) applicants<\/span><\/span><\/h4><\/header><\/div>
This program offers a path to permanent residence for candidates who have work experience in Canada<\/p><\/div>
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More information about Express Entry<\/span><\/span><\/h4><\/header><\/div>
The Express Entry (EE) system is an electronic platform designed for filing applications for permanent residence in Canada.<\/p><\/div>
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