Published by: Di Leone Group – Canadian Immigration Consultants
Date: June 4, 2025
The Government of Canada continues to prioritize immigration for key sectors. On June 4, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw focused specifically on healthcare and social services occupations.
This was the second targeted draw of its kind in 2025, reaffirming the strong demand for skilled professionals in this essential sector.
🗓 Details of the June 4, 2025 Draw
| Category | Healthcare and Social Services Occupations |
|---|---|
| Draw Date | June 4, 2025 |
| Number of ITAs Issued | 500 |
| Minimum CRS Score Required | 504 |
| Tie-Breaking Rule | Profiles submitted before March 31, 2025 at 06:47:23 UTC |
This draw was part of Canada’s category-based rounds of invitations, a strategy implemented by IRCC to attract top-ranking candidates in priority sectors that support Canada’s economic and demographic goals.
Who Was Eligible?
To be selected, candidates needed to have at least six months of work experience in one of the eligible occupations. Some of the key roles included:
Registered nurses and psychiatric nurses (NOC 31301)
Psychologists (NOC 31200)
Physiotherapists (NOC 31202)
Dentists (NOC 31110)
Pharmacists (NOC 31120)
Social workers (NOC 41300)
Occupational therapists (NOC 31203)
Medical laboratory technologists (NOC 32120)
Home support workers and caregivers (NOC 44101)
This targeted approach highlights Canada’s commitment to strengthening its healthcare system and supporting vulnerable populations.
What Does a CRS Score of 504 Mean?
The cutoff score for this draw was 504 CRS points, slightly lower than the previous healthcare-related draw on May 2, 2025, which required a score of 510.
👉 This slight drop signals a greater opportunity for qualified professionals who may not have met the previous thresholds, increasing the chances of being invited in upcoming rounds.
What Happens After Receiving an ITA?
Candidates who received an Invitation to Apply (ITA) have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence. Most complete applications are processed within six months by IRCC.
Am I Eligible to Apply?
At Di Leone Group, we help healthcare and social services professionals from Latin America and beyond assess their eligibility, calculate their CRS score, and build a successful immigration strategy for Canada.
Our services include:
Full profile evaluations
CRS score improvement strategies
Express Entry profile preparation
Guidance on targeted category eligibility
📌 Final Thoughts
This June 4 draw reinforces that Canada is actively seeking healthcare professionals. If your background matches this category, now could be the best time to apply.
🔗 Want to know if you qualify? Book a consultation with one of our regulated immigration experts.