Abroad Updates

Canada Express Entry Draw #362 Invites 2,500 Healthcare Candidates (Aug 19)

On August 19, 2025, Canada held Express Entry Draw #362, issuing 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for candidates in the healthcare and social services occupation category. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 470

This draw follows a series of targeted rounds comprising:

  • Draw #361 (Aug 18): Provincial Nominee Program candidates at CRS 800 (192 ITAs)
  • Draw #360 (Aug 8): French language proficiency category at CRS 481 (2,500 ITAs)

What You Should Know:

  • If your CRS is close to or above 470 (for healthcare), you may be eligible.
  • Check if you qualify under category-based draws (like healthcare, French proficiency), which appear to continue frequently
  • Canada typically holds draws every 2 weeks — signs point to the next draw being a PNP-specific round around September 2–3, 2025

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