Canada Invites 4,000 Healthcare Professionals in Latest Express Entry Draw

This draw reflects Canada’s continued focus on addressing labour shortages in the healthcare sector.

Key Details of the February 20 Draw

To qualify for this round of invitations, candidates needed:

• A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 467; and
• An Express Entry profile created before 6:22 p.m. (UTC) on December 9, 2025.

This is the third category-based selection draw of 2026 and the tenth Express Entry draw overall this year. It also marks the first healthcare-focused draw of 2026.

Express Entry Draw Result – 20 Feb 2026

Date	EE Draw Category	No. of ITAs	Minimum CRS Score Requirement	Tie-breaking rule
20 Feb 2026	Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3	4,000	467	December 09, 2025 at 18:22:06 UTC

Click here to see the complete list of Express Entry draws until date

Express Entry Draw Trends in 2026

So far in 2026, IRCC has largely focused on candidates already in Canada, especially those with:

• Provincial nominations
• Canadian work experience

Number of Draws by Category (2026)

Draw Type	Number of Draws
Provincial Nominee Program	4
Canadian Experience Class	3
French-Language proficiency	1
Physicians with Canadian work experience	1
Healthcare and social services	1

Total ITAs Issued in 2026 (So Far)

A total of 34,848 ITAs have been issued across different categories this year:

Draw Type	ITAs Issued
Canadian Experience Class	20,000
French-Language proficiency	8,500
Healthcare and social services	4,000
Provincial Nominee Program	1,534
Physicians with Canadian work experience	391

Canada continues to prioritize healthcare and social services professionals under category-based selection, as workforce shortages remain a key concern across provinces. If you have experience in eligible healthcare occupations, this trend may directly improve your chances in upcoming draws.

Call the Trusted Migration Expert Now

If you are working in healthcare or social services and planning to apply through Express Entry, this latest draw could directly impact your eligibility and strategy.

Understanding your CRS score, category eligibility, and documentation requirements can significantly improve your chances. For personalized guidance and step-by-step support, speak with experienced immigration professionals.

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- Rajneesh Kumar