Express Entry Draw #367: 2,500 Candidates Invited : Education Occupations

On September 17, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted Express Entry Draw #367, this time inviting candidates under the Education Occupations category. In this round, 2,500 ITAs (Invitations to Apply) were issued, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 462. The tie-breaking rule was July 9, 2025 at 04:24:19 UTC.

Key Details at a Glance

What Makes This Draw Important

• Significant drop in CRS cutoff: The cutoff for this draw (462) is lower than in the preceding Education occupations draw, which required a CRS of 479. This means more candidates could qualify, especially those just below the earlier threshold.
• Larger invitation pool: This round doubled the number of invitations compared to the previous Education category draw (which had 1,000). More candidates from education professions have a clearer path now.
• Strong signal from IRCC: This draw reinforces that education occupations are currently a priority, and being eligible in this category can enhance your chances of obtaining an ITA.

Eligible Occupations in the Education Occupations Category

The Education category includes specific occupations tied to education work. For this draw, the occupations considered include:

• Early Childhood Educators and Assistants (NOC 42202)
• Elementary and Kindergarten Teachers (NOC 41221)
• Secondary School Teachers (NOC 41220)
• Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Assistants (NOC 43100)
• Instructors of Persons with Disabilities (NOC 42203)

These roles are in demand and represent the government’s push to bring in qualified education professionals.

Trend Comparison: Education Draws So Far

As you can see, Draw #367 not only increased the number of ITAs significantly, but also reduced the CRS requirement, making this one of the more accessible category-based draws (outside of very specialized ones) so far this year.

What This Means for Candidates

• Higher chances for education professionals: Educators whose CRS were slightly below the earlier 479 cutoff may now be able to receive an ITA, especially if they meet the education occupation criteria.
• Opportunity to strengthen your profile: For those not yet eligible or still below 462, consider taking steps such as improving language test scores, obtaining more relevant work experience, or certifying credentials to boost CRS.
• Category leverage: Being eligible under the Education category gives a competitive advantage versus general draws, because the pool is filtered by occupation, reducing competition from unrelated fields.
• Document readiness is critical: If invited, you’ll need to submit proof of occupation, certifications, education credentials, and other supporting documents quickly and accurately.

Earnest Immigration: How We Can Assist

If you’re in an education occupation or believe you might qualify under this category, Earnest Immigration can support you through the journey:

• Evaluating whether your occupation, credentials, and profile meet the Education category criteria
• Strategizing how to raise your CRS if needed (language, work experience, credentials)
• Ensuring your documentation is ready and correct to avoid delays
• Monitoring upcoming draws and category-changes so you’re ready when your chance comes

Get in touch with Earnest Immigration today to assess your eligibility under the Education category and build a strong path toward Canadian permanent residency.