Canada Announces 2025 Express Entry Categories: What Applicants Need to Know
The Government of Canada has just announced the 2025 Express Entry category-based draws, introducing a new education category and a stronger focus on in-Canada candidates to address long-term labour shortages.
If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada in 2025, these updates could directly impact your eligibility and CRS competitiveness.
Let’s explore what’s new and how you can position yourself for maximum advantage under the Canada Express Entry New Categories.
Key highlights:
1. More invitations for those with Canadian work experience (CEC)
In 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will prioritize candidates who already have Canadian work experience under the CEC priority Express Entry 2025 pathway.
This shift aims to:
Strengthen retention of skilled workers already integrated into the labour market
Support faster adaptation to Canada’s work culture
Fill immediate shortages in sectors identified under the IRCC 2025 labour shortages categories
2. Category-based draws for candidates
The 2025 Express Entry system continues to include category-based draws that target specific occupations and skill sets aligned with Canada’s economic priorities.
This includes:
Strong French language skills
Work experience in health care, trades, and education
3. Increased focus on Francophone immigration outside Quebec
Canada remains committed to promoting bilingualism through targeted draws under the Francophone immigration Express Entry outside Quebec initiative.
The Express Entry 2025 Categories open new doors for skilled professionals. These changes reaffirm Canada’s commitment to attracting skilled workers in priority sectors, ensuring economic growth and sustainable immigration pathways.
If you have Canadian work experience, French proficiency, or skills in in-demand sectors, now is the time to prepare!
Warm Regards,
Egidija Benotiene
