Canada Immigration Updates September 2025: Skilled Trades Draw, Manitoba MPNP, Healthcare Access, EI Growth, Education Draw, Toronto Rally, Alberta Control, World Cup Visas

September 2025 Canada updates: IRCC issues 1,250 ITAs for skilled trades, Manitoba MPNP invites 911 skilled workers, immigrant healthcare access varies, EI claims rise for women, plus education draw, Toronto rally, Alberta immigration control, and 2026 World Cup visas. Go Canada Services offers expert support.

Canada September 2025 Immigration Updates: Skilled Trades Draw, Manitoba MPNP, Healthcare Access, EI Growth, Education Draw, Toronto Rally, Alberta Control, and World Cup Visas

Skilled Trades Draw, Manitoba MPNP, Healthcare Access Introduction

September 2025 brings critical immigration, economic, and social developments in Canada, aligning with the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan (395,000 permanent residents, 673,650 temporary residents).

IRCC conducted the first 2025 Express Entry draw for skilled trades, issuing 1,250 ITAs, Manitoba invited 911 skilled workers via MPNP, a study highlighted immigrant healthcare access variations, and EI claims surged among core-aged women. Other updates include the Express Entry education draw, Toronto anti-immigration rally, Alberta’s immigration control push, 2026 World Cup visa requirements, NBPNP draws, IFHP funding surge, job market contraction, and refugee claims backlog.

This article refines the provided digests, integrating prior updates (e.g., Express Entry PNP draw, AAIP nominations, pragmatic leadership poll, Alberta digital ID, Quebec study permits, economic precarity, NLPNP/AIP, TFWP tensions, international arrivals, IRCC processing times, IEC invitations) and initial search topics, ensuring accuracy for September 20, 2025.

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Express Entry Draw for Skilled Trades

IRCC targets skilled trades professionals. Key details:

• Details: On September 18, 2025, IRCC held the first 2025 occupation-specific Express Entry draw for skilled trades (e.g., NOC 72100, construction trades), issuing 1,250 ITAs with a CRS cut-off of 505, up 72 points from the previous skilled trades draw on October 23, 2024. The tie-breaking rule was November 05, 2024, at 22:36:09 UTC. Canada issued 65,547 ITAs in 2025 across 38 draws.
• Context: Prior draws include a September 17 education draw (2,500 ITAs, CRS 462), a September 15 PNP draw (228 ITAs, CRS 746), and a September 4 francophone draw (4,500 ITAs, CRS 446). X posts from @IRCCEng note 251,630 profiles in the pool and 901,700 pending applications. Web sources highlight demand for trades amid a 6.1% vacancy drop in Q2 2025.
• Impact: Skilled trades workers should secure job offers and CLB 7+ to boost CRS scores. Those below 505 can explore PNPs like NBPNP or OINP for PR pathways.

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Manitoba Invites 911 Skilled Workers

Manitoba bolsters its PNP. Key points:

• Details: On September 18, 2025, Manitoba held MPNP invitation round #254, issuing 911 invitations under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Workers Overseas streams, with 341 targeting Express Entry candidates with valid profiles and job seeker validation codes. Manitoba invited 5,796 candidates in 2025, including 1,055 via Express Entry.
• Context: The draw follows a September 4 MPNP round (3,347 invitations). X posts from @ManitobaGov emphasize focus on healthcare (NOC 33102) and manufacturing (NOC 94100). Manitoba’s 4.7% unemployment rate and 16,500 job gains in 2025 support its recruitment strategy.
• Impact: Candidates should secure job offers in priority sectors and CLB 7+. Those with Express Entry profiles should ensure valid codes. Employers can leverage MPNP to address labor shortages, particularly in rural areas.

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Immigrant Healthcare Access Varies by Province

A Statistics Canada study highlights disparities. Key findings:

• Details: Immigrant status influences access to healthcare in one’s preferred official language, varying by province. In Quebec, English-speaking immigrants (post-2017) were more likely to receive hospital care in English (64% vs. 52% for non-immigrants). In Ontario and New Brunswick, language-concordant care was unaffected by immigrant status. Proximity to designated hospitals and local minority language concentration are key determinants.
• Context: The study aligns with IFHP’s $456M funding surge (1,186% since 2016). X posts from @StatCan_eng note healthcare access challenges amid 294,423 pending refugee claims. Prior updates highlight 9,770 Indian and 7,410 Mexican claims in H1 2025.
• Impact: Newcomers in Quebec should seek English-language hospitals, while those in Ontario and New Brunswick can expect consistent access. Settlement programs can help navigate language barriers.

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Core-Aged Women Lead EI Growth

EI claims rise significantly for women. Key insights:

• Details: In July 2025, Statistics Canada reported a 12.0% monthly increase (16,000) in core-aged women (25–54) receiving regular EI benefits, with a 22.9% year-over-year rise. Total EI recipients reached 552,000, up 1.2% from June, continuing an upward trend. Other groups saw minimal growth.
• Context: The rise aligns with Q2 2025’s 505,900 job vacancies (down 3.6%) and 14.5% youth unemployment. X posts from @StatCan_eng highlight gender-specific labor market pressures, with 106,000 job losses in August 2025.
• Impact: Women job seekers should target growing sectors like arts (NOC 53100) and regions like Saskatchewan. Settlement programs can support workforce re-entry. Employers may face increased hiring challenges.

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Prior Updates (Context from Previous Digests)

• Express Entry Education Draw (September 17): 2,500 ITAs, CRS 462, targeting NOC 41200 (education occupations).
• Toronto Anti-Immigration Rally: “Canada First” rally at Christie Pits Park met counter-protests, resulting in 10 arrests; condemned as a “hate demonstration.”
• Alberta Immigration Control: Premier Danielle Smith seeks provincial authority, prioritizing economic migrants and Canadian job access.
• 2026 World Cup Visas: TRV/eTA required, with early applications urged to avoid delays.
• NBPNP Draws: 1,052 ITAs (August 11–19), totaling 3,067 in 2025, focusing on healthcare and tourism.
• IFHP Funding Surge: $456M in 2024, up 1,186% since 2016, with 376% more claims.
• Job Market Contraction: Q2 2025 vacancies at 505,900 (down 3.6%), with healthcare (-7.5%) and trades (-6.1%) declining.
• Refugee Claims Backlog: New claims dropped 20% to 8,785 in August, but backlog grew to 294,423.
• Express Entry PNP Draw (September 15): 228 ITAs, CRS 746, 61,797 total ITAs in 2025.
• AAIP Nominations: 6,403 spots, including 1,528 additional nominations.
• Pragmatic Leadership Poll: 62% worry about affordability, seeking pragmatic solutions.
• Alberta Digital ID: Citizenship markers on driver’s licenses starting fall 2026.
• Quebec Study Permits (September 12): Clarified CAQ/PAL requirements, updated renewals.
• Economic Precarity: 62% worry about basics, 81% of 18–29-year-olds affected.
• Alberta AAIP Draws: 4,142 ITAs, including 891 AOS and 292 Priority Sectors.
• Newfoundland NLPNP/AIP: 353 invitations (218 NLPNP, 135 AIP), 2,604 in 2025.
• TFWP Tensions: Carney’s “focused approach” vs. Poilievre’s criticism; 44% support phase-out.
• International Arrivals: 14.9% drop in August 2025 to 6.6M, US air travel down 25.4%.
• IRCC Processing Times (September 10): FSW (5 months), family sponsorship (10 months), PNP (14 months), study permits (8 weeks), 901,700 pending applications.
• IEC Invitations: 5,532 ITAs (August 11–September 5), 94,378 in 2025.
• IRCC DNA Testing: Updated guidelines with virtual witnessing and GCMS integration.
• BC PNP Skills Immigration: 10,876 registrants, 94 invitations in 2025.
• Immigrant Retention: 28% retention boost, 25% belonging, per ICC report.
• Job Losses (August 2025): Ontario (-26,000), BC (-16,000), Alberta (-14,000).
• Asylum Data Risks: $68M project lacks privacy assessments.
• Minimum Wage Increases (October 2025): Ontario ($17.60), Nova Scotia ($16.50), PEI ($16.50), Saskatchewan ($15.35), Manitoba ($16.00).
• Temporary Residents: 2.36M, with 100,000 PR transitions in H1 2025.
• Refugee Claims (H1 2025): India (9,770), Mexico (7,410), Haiti (6,320).
• Housing Price Impact: Immigration drove 21% price growth (2006–2021).
• Newfoundland Physiotherapist Program: $89,000 for mentorship.
• Express Entry Francophone Draw (September 4): 4,500 ITAs, CRS 446.
• Manitoba MPNP Draw (September 4): 3,347 invitations.
• Canadian Job Crisis: 106,000 job losses, 105,000 TFWP permits in H1 2025.
• Saskatchewan Job Growth: 16,500 jobs, 4.7% unemployment.
• OINP Penalties: $509,100 in fines since 2018.
• Chinese STEM Students’ Lawsuit: 25 students sue IRCC over study permit delays.

Other Key Updates

• Biometrics for Citizenship: Mandatory fingerprints/facial recognition starting 2026–2027 ($85–$170).
• Afghan Refugee Crisis: 3,000 Afghans in Tajikistan face deportation.
• American Refugee Claims: 245 claims in H1 2025, driven by transgender issues.
• Poilievre’s Deportation Policy: Immediate deportation for criminal non-citizens (August 20, 2025).
• Express Entry Medical Exams: Mandatory upfront exams starting August 21, 2025 ($140–$280).

Immigration and Settlement Strategies

• Skilled Trades Professionals: Boost CRS scores with job offers in NOC 72100 and CLB 7+. Explore PNPs like NBPNP or OINP if below 505.
• MPNP Applicants: Secure job offers in healthcare or manufacturing (NOC 33102, 94100) and CLB 7+. Ensure valid Express Entry profiles and job seeker codes.
• Immigrants Seeking Healthcare: In Quebec, target English-language hospitals; in Ontario and New Brunswick, leverage consistent access. Use settlement programs for language support.
• Women Job Seekers: Target arts (NOC 53100) or regions like Saskatchewan. Engage settlement programs for workforce re-entry.
• Education Professionals: Boost CRS scores with job offers in NOC 41200 and CLB 8+. Explore NBPNP or OINP if below 462.
• Newcomers in Toronto: Engage community programs (e.g., WelcomeBC, Manitoba Start) to counter anti-immigration sentiment.
• Alberta Applicants: Target AAIP Priority Sectors (NOC 31100, 72100) and leverage youth employment programs.
• World Cup Visitors: Apply for TRV/eTA 6–12 months in advance, ensuring valid passports and multi-country travel plans.
• NBPNP Applicants: Secure job offers in healthcare or tourism (NOC 33102, 64300) and CLB 7+. Explore AIP or NSNP if not invited.
• Asylum Seekers: Submit complete refugee claims early, using regulated consultants, and secure private health insurance to complement IFHP.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What was the cut-off score for the Express Entry skilled trades draw?
  IRCC issued 1,250 ITAs for skilled trades with a CRS cut-off of 505 on September 18, 2025.
• How many candidates did Manitoba invite in the MPNP draw?
  Manitoba invited 911 skilled workers on September 18, 2025, including 341 with Express Entry profiles, totaling 5,796 in 2025.
• How does immigrant status affect healthcare access in Canada?
  In Quebec, English-speaking immigrants are more likely to receive hospital care in English (64% vs. 52%); in Ontario and New Brunswick, immigrant status has little impact.
• Which group saw the largest EI growth in July 2025?
  Core-aged women (25–54) saw a 12.0% monthly EI increase (16,000) and a 22.9% year-over-year rise.
• What was the cut-off score for the Express Entry education draw?
  IRCC issued 2,500 ITAs for education occupations with a CRS cut-off of 462 on September 17, 2025.
• What happened at the Toronto anti-immigration rally?
  A “Canada First” rally met counter-protests at Christie Pits Park, resulting in 10 arrests; city officials condemned it as a “hate demonstration.”
• What is Alberta’s push for immigration control?
  Premier Danielle Smith instructed Minister Joseph Schow to seek greater provincial authority, prioritizing economic migrants and Canadian job access.
• What visa requirements apply for the 2026 World Cup in Canada?
  International fans need a TRV or eTA, with no special Fan ID; early applications are recommended to avoid delays.

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