Program delivery update: Occupational category-based selection in Express Entry

Date issued: March 16, 2026

What’s New
– The occupational requirements for category-based selection (CBS) in Express Entry have been standardized to enhance consistency and support ongoing policy and legislative changes.

Who is affected
– Current and potential Express Entry candidates looking to apply under the category-based selection will need to be aware of these standardized occupational requirements.

Key dates
– No specific key dates were provided in the update.

Required actions
– Affected individuals should review and ensure their eligibility based on the new standardized occupational requirements when applying for category-based selection.

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