On October 23, 2024, Canada held a special event called the Express Entry draw. This time, they focused on people with certain trade skills and invited 1,800 of them to apply to live in Canada forever.
According to Immigration News Canada (INC), the people chosen needed to have a score of 433 or more in a system that ranks them. They also needed to have worked in certain jobs for at least six months.
Details About the Draw
Here are some important facts about this draw:
- Invitations Given Out: 1,800
- Score Needed: 433
- Event Date: October 23, 2024
- Tie-Breaker Date: March 12, 2024
This was one of several draws Canada did this week, giving 2,848 invitations in total:
- October 23: 1,800 invitations (for Trade Jobs)
- October 22: 400 invitations (for People Who Worked in Canada)
- October 21: 648 invitations (for Those Picked by Provinces)
How the Scores Look
On October 22, 2024, INC showed how many people were waiting, based on their scores. These scores help decide who can apply to live in Canada.
Here’s how the scores break down:
- 601-1200: 124 people have these very high scores.
- 501-600: 13,430 people are in this range.
- 451-500: 63,285 people have scores here.
- 401-450: 55,503 people fall in this band.
- 351-400: 51,048 people have scores between these numbers.
- 301-350: 22,928 people scored in this range.
- 0-300: 5,462 people have the lowest scores.
Most people have scores between 401 and 500, which means they could be asked to apply sooner or later.
Jobs That Qualified
According to INC, these are the jobs that were eligible for the draw on October 23:
- People who install and fix things like windows (NOC 73200)
- Those who build and repair elevators (NOC 72406)
- Workers who fit machines together (NOC 72405)
- Experts in heating, cooling, and air systems (NOC 72402)
- Construction and industrial machine workers (NOC 72400)
- Carpenters (NOC 72310)
- Plumbers (NOC 72300)
- Electricians and welders (NOC 72200 & 72106)
- Supervisors in various construction jobs (NOC 72014)
These jobs show where skilled workers are needed most in the country.
What Happens Next for Those Invited
What should you do if you got an invitation? Here’s a simple guide:
1. Gather necessary papers: You’ll need your passport, language test scores, school papers, letters from employers, and proof of money if needed.
2. Quickly complete your application: You have 60 days to submit your application for permanent residency.
3. Get medical and police certificates: Ensure these documents are up-to-date.
This latest selection by Canada shows how much they value people with trade skills. By inviting these workers, Canada hopes to meet the need for skilled workers and keep the economy strong.