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On February 27, 2025, Minister Marc Miller of IRCC announced some changes to the category based draw under the Express Entry (EE) program.

Some occupations were added, but some were removed. For example, Software Developer was removed from the STEM category.

Below are some notable additions to the category based EE which will benefit those who are hopeful to come to Canada or stay.

Healthcare and social services occupations:
Social and community service workers
Social workers
Massage therapists
Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) occupations:
Insurance agents and brokers
Trade occupations:
Cabinetmakers
Cooks
Floor covering installers
Concrete finishers
Roofers and shinglers
Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
Agriculture and agri-food occupations:

Butchers - retail and wholesale
Education occupations:
Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants
Instructors of persons with disabilities
Early childhood educators and assistants
Elementary school and kindergarten teachers
Secondary school teachers
Now, you will still need to qualify for one of the three Immigration streams under EE, namely Federal Skilled Worker Class, Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skill Trades Program.

But, being part of these named occupations increases your chance to be picked or drawn and be invited to submit a complete application for permanent residency.

Another suggestion I have is for you to study French language. Since IRCC is prioritizing people with CLB 7 French language proficiency, you will have a lot more chances of being invited if you have French language in your arsenal.

As mentioned, these occupations apply to inside and even outside Canada applicants. Imagine, coming to Canada without needing to study or obtain a work permit which means freedom.

If you need help with your Express Entry application, contact us now!

NEW!

SDS has now ended effective immediately.

Aside from that, policy changes on Visitor Visas have been implemented. It seems Multiple entry will no longer be a standard and will now be up to the Visa Officer.

Do you think there will be more changes coming?