Canada Express Entry Healthcare and Social Services Draw – June 25, 2026: IRCC Invites 4,000 Candidates with CRS Cut-off of 475

The latest draw reflects Canada's ongoing commitment to strengthening its healthcare and social services workforce

Canada Holds Healthcare and Social Services Express Entry Draw on June 25, 2026 – 4,000 ITAs Issued

By Visas Avenue

Canada has continued its targeted immigration efforts with another category-based Express Entry draw. On June 25, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 4,000 candidates under the Healthcare and Social Services Occupations category. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) was 475.

The latest draw reflects Canada's ongoing commitment to strengthening its healthcare and social services workforce by welcoming skilled professionals who can help address labour shortages across the country.

Express Entry Draw Highlights

• Draw Date: June 25, 2026

• Category: Healthcare and Social Services Occupations

• Invitations Issued (ITAs): 4,000

• Minimum CRS Score: 475

• Selection Type: Category-Based Selection

What Does This Draw Mean?

The Healthcare and Social Services category remains one of Canada's key immigration priorities. As demand for qualified professionals continues to rise, IRCC is using category-based selection to invite candidates with experience in occupations that are essential to the country's economy and public services.

If you have relevant work experience in an eligible healthcare or social services occupation and an active Express Entry profile, this category could significantly improve your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply for Canadian permanent residence.

Eligible Occupations

The Healthcare and Social Services category includes a variety of in-demand occupations, including:

• Registered Nurses

• Licensed Practical Nurses

• Physicians

• Pharmacists

• Dentists

• Physiotherapists

• Occupational Therapists

• Medical Laboratory Technologists

• Social Workers

• Psychologists

• Other eligible healthcare and social services professionals

Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements established by IRCC, including qualifying work experience in an eligible occupation.

Visas Avenue's Expert Insight

The CRS cut-off of 475 indicates that candidates with relevant work experience in priority occupations continue to benefit from category-based selection. These targeted draws provide excellent opportunities for skilled professionals whose CRS scores may not be competitive enough for general Express Entry draws.

At Visas Avenue, we recommend that eligible candidates keep their Express Entry profiles updated, ensure their work experience is correctly documented, and explore all available options to maximize their CRS score.

Our team closely monitors every Express Entry draw and provides personalized guidance to help applicants choose the most suitable pathway to Canadian permanent residence.

Need Professional Assistance?

Whether you are creating an Express Entry profile, assessing your eligibility, improving your CRS score, or preparing your PR application, Visas Avenue is here to help. Our experienced immigration professionals can guide you through every stage of your Canadian immigration journey with personalized support and up-to-date advice.

- Rajneesh Kumar