Draw #321

Express Entry draw #321 was held on October 23, 2024, issuing 1,800 invitations to apply for permanent residence under the Trade occupations category with a minimum CRS score of 433.

The CRS cutoff dropped 3 points compared to the previous Trade occupations draw, suggesting increased competition relief or larger pool capacity.

A cutoff of 433 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.