Highlighting a major development, the first-ever STEM draw has been successfully conducted by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

In an unprecedented move, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its initial category-specific Express Entry draw for individuals within the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

This particular draw marked Canada’s second foray into category-specific selection since the introduction of six novel categories for choosing candidates via the Express Entry system, as declared on May 31.

The most recent Express Entry draw occurred on July 05, 2023, with a total of 500 invitations extended to individuals within the STEM fields. Those who received an invitation needed to have a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 486 to be considered for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.

Specifics of Express Entry draw #254

Who received invitations?

Total invitations: 500
Minimum rank for application: 500 or more
Selection type: STEM Occupations (2023-1)
Round date and time: July 05, 2023, 13:38:22 UTC
CRS score for the lowest-ranked invited candidates: 486
Deciding rule in case of tie: November 23, 2022, 00:01:29 UTC

If a tie occurs for the lowest score, the determining factor is the time and date of their Express Entry profile submission.

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STEM Occupations and Express Entry

A sum of 24 professions has been designated for the 2023 category-specific STEM selections.

IRCC recently communicated that by prioritizing the ITAs for immigrants with a STEM background, Canada seeks to meet its escalating talent needs and fill crucial roles contributing to the nation’s economic growth and technological evolution.

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