Draw #276

Express Entry draw #276 was held on December 19, 2023, issuing 1,000 invitations to apply for permanent residence under the Trade occupations category with a minimum CRS score of 425.

The CRS cutoff rose 37 points from the previous Trade occupations draw, indicating higher competition among candidates in this category.

A cutoff of 425 is relatively accessible for Trade occupations draws. Candidates with moderate CRS profiles — such as a bachelor's degree, CLB 9+ in their first language, and 2-3 years of Canadian experience — could qualify.

If your CRS score is within 30 points of this cutoff, focusing on language test improvement or gaining additional Canadian work experience could make the difference in an upcoming draw.