On September 20, 2023, in its most recent Express Entry draw, Canada issue 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). These invitations were issued to candidates having work experience in Transport occupations with an active Express Entry profile and a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 435 or higher. Eligible candidates hailed from various immigration streams, including the Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Trades, and Provincial Nominee Program.
Invitations to Apply for Permanent Residence under the Express Entry System (September 20, 2023)
On September 20, 2023, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, Marc Miller, issued the Ministerial Instructions Respecting Invitations to Apply for Permanent Residence under the Express Entry System. These instructions are issued in accordance with specific sections and provisions of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and aim to define the eligibility criteria, categories, and procedures for issuing invitations to foreign nationals seeking permanent residence in Canada through the Express Entry System.
Category Establishment:
“Transport occupations (2023-1)” category is established for ranking purposes for this draw
Eligibility for Category Membership:
An eligible foreign national may become a member of the category established in section 2 if they meet the following conditions:
- Accumulated at least six months of full-time work experience, or the equivalent in part-time work, in one of the occupations specified in the table provided in these instructions.
- During this work experience, performed the actions described in the lead statement for the occupation as set out in the occupational descriptions of the National Occupational Classification.
- During this work experience, performed a substantial number of the main duties of the occupation as set out in the occupational descriptions of the National Occupational Classification, including all essential duties.
However, it’s important to note that an eligible foreign national will not be considered a member of this category if their work experience does not fall within the three-year period preceding the date when their application for permanent residence is received.
Table of Occupations:
The specific occupations that qualify for membership in the “Transport occupations (2023-1)” category are detailed in the table provided, including their National Occupational Classification unit group code and title.
| Unit group – code | Unit group – title |
|---|---|
| 70020 | Managers in transportation |
| 72403 | Railway carmen/women |
| 72404 | Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors |
| 72600 | Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors |
| 72601 | Air traffic controllers and related occupations |
| 72602 | Deck officers, water transport |
| 72603 | Engineer officers, water transport |
| 72604 | Railway traffic controllers and marine traffic regulators |
| 73300 | Transport truck drivers |
| 93200 | Aircraft assemblers and aircraft assembly inspectors |
Exclusion of Unauthorized Work:
Periods of unauthorized work in Canada are not to be included when calculating work experience for eligibility in this category.
Grouping for Ranking:
A grouping of eligible foreign nationals is established for ranking purposes, comprising individuals who are eligible to be members of the category defined in section 2.
Economic Goal:
The Minister’s objective in establishing the category in section 2 is to contribute to Canada’s long-term economic success by enhancing the responsiveness of federal skilled immigration to the labor market.
Invitations:
Invitations may be issued during the period from September 20, 2023, to September 21, 2023.
Invitations — Number:
A total of 1,000 invitations may be issued to eligible foreign nationals within the grouping established in section 5.
Invitations — Required Rank:
Invitations will be extended to eligible foreign nationals who rank among the first 1,000 eligible foreign nationals in the group ranking.
Conclusion:
These Ministerial Instructions provide clear guidelines for the establishment of a specific category, eligibility criteria, and the issuance of invitations for permanent residence under the Express Entry System. They are designed to align immigration policies with Canada’s economic goals and labor market needs, facilitating the entry of skilled individuals who can contribute to the nation’s long-term success.
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List of previous draws
| # | Date | Round type | Invitations issued | CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 263 | September 19, 2023 | No Program Specified | 3,200 | 531 |
| 262 | August 15, 2023 | No Program Specified | 4,300 | 496 |
| 261 | August 3, 2023 | Trade occupations (2023-1) | 1,500 | 388 |
| 260 | August 2, 2023 | French language proficiency (2023-1) | 800 | 435 |
| 259 | August 1, 2023 | No Program Specified | 2,000 | 517 |
| 258 | July 12, 2023 | French language proficiency (2023-1) | 3,800 | 375 |
| 257 | July 11, 2023 | No Program Specified | 800 | 505 |
| 256 | July 7, 2023 | French language proficiency (2023-1) | 2,300 | 439 |
| 255 | July 6, 2023 | Healthcare occupations (2023-1) | 1,500 | 463 |
| 254 | July 5, 2023 | STEM occupations (2023-1) | 500 | 486 |
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