Express Entry Category-Based Selection: Trades Occupations

By Ella Bergquist July 14, 2023 (Updated July 19, 2023) 1 min. read
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The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has developed category-based selection criteria for Express Entry lotteries. One of the categories includes occupations in trades such as carpenters, plumbers, and contractors. The selection criteria were determined based on labor market projections, consultations with IRCC partners and stakeholders, and discussions with provincial and territorial governments.

The implementation of category-based selection draws has been expected since June 2022, following modifications made by the Government of Canada to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. These changes have allowed for the selection of immigrants based on specific qualities that align with Canada’s economic goals, including relevant work experience to address labor market shortages and proficiency in the French language.

Canada Trades NOC Codes and Occupations for Express Entry Category-Based Selection

Canada’s emphasis on prioritizing the invitation of skilled newcomers with trades experience is aimed at addressing the country’s growing need for talented persons and filling critical roles that support economic growth and trades progress.

The following occupations and NOC codes are eligible for consideration in the trades draw:

OccupationNOC CodeTEER
Residential and commercial installers and servicers732003
Elevator constructors and mechanics724062
Machine fitters724052
Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics724022
Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics724002
Carpenters723102
Plumbers723002
Electricians (except industrial and power system)722002
Welders and related machine operators721062
Contractors and supervisors, other construction trades, installers, repairers and servicers720142

Candidates in the selected priority occupations must have six months of continuous work experience in the past three years in Canada or abroad in an applicable occupation.

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