On August 19, 2025, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made waves with a massive Express Entry draw, issuing 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency.
This 37 healthcare and social services occupations-focused draw, the second largest of its kind in 2025, targeted candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 470 or higher.
Here’s everything you need to know about this pivotal immigration milestone and what it means for aspiring Canadians.
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