Canada’s New Express Entry Plan: What’s in Store for 2025?
Canada’s latest Immigration Levels Plan brings promising opportunities for those aiming to secure permanent residency through Express Entry in 2025. With more PR spots set aside, particularly for certain candidate types, here’s a look at what these changes mean and who stands to benefit.
Key Changes & Allocations
Canada’s target for Express Entry admissions has increased, aiming for 124,680 invites in 2025, a jump from both the 2024 target and the previous plan’s 2025 projection. This plan emphasizes two main categories:
- In-Canada Focus: Targeting candidates already in Canada, this category could see up to 82,980 invites, about 42% of the federal economic immigration target.
- Federal Economic Priorities: With a goal of 41,700 admissions, this will favor category-based draws that focus on labor market demands.
Who Benefits?
Candidates in Canada and those eligible for category-based draws are expected to have better chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA). This shift means:
- Priority Categories for ITAs: Healthcare, trades, and French-language proficiency are at the forefront.
- Experience Matters: To qualify for an in-demand occupation-based draw, candidates need six months of relevant work experience within the past three years.
Notable Insights:
- New Domestic Focus: This year, IRCC introduced a focus on “domestic draws,” helping temporary residents in Canada transition to permanent residency.
- Category-Based Draws Continue: Occupations in demand, like healthcare, trade, STEM, and agri-food, will see more targeted draws in 2025, as will French-language proficiency candidates.
What to Expect in 2025
Candidates targeting Express Entry-managed programs can anticipate an increase in ITAs over 2024. With the federal government’s emphasis on category-based draws, candidates meeting labor needs in critical sectors will have a clear advantage.
Categories Expected for More Draws
- Healthcare
- Trade Occupations
- French-Language Proficiency
For those seeking Express Entry into Canada, it’s a pivotal time to ensure your profile aligns with these in-demand categories!
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