October 1, 2026
Sana Mirfattah
October 1 Trades Draw: Key Takeaways
IRCC held an Express Entry draw for Trades Occupations on October 1, 2026, issuing 3,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) with a CRS cut-off of 476.
This is only the second Trades-specific draw of 2026, making it a major window for eligible trades workers.
Who was eligible: candidates in the Express Entry pool with eligible trade occupations (construction, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and other designated trades) who meet the Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class or Federal Skilled Trades criteria.
What to do if you got an ITA: you have 60 days to submit your complete permanent residence application. Check your documents, work reference letters, ECA, language tests and police certificates now.
What if you missed it: keep your profile active, improve your CRS score, and consider a Provincial Nominee Program option. Trades draws are expected to continue as Canada faces skilled trades shortages.
Contact Bright Tomorrows Immigration Services for a review of your file before you submit: btimmigration.ca
