SynopsisCanada seeks skilled professionals through its Express Entry immigration system. The nation aims to boost its economy and address labor shortages. Key sectors include healthcare, trades, education, STEM, and transport occupations. Professionals with Canadian work experience and French proficiency are particularly sought. This initiative targets experienced individuals for permanent residency programs.iStockIRCC said it is seeking experienced professionals across several Express Entry categories, including healthcare, trades, education, STEM and transportCanada is seeking skilled workers in key sectors through its Express Entry immigration system as it looks to strengthen the economy and address labour shortages.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) said it is seeking experienced professionals across several Express Entry categories, including healthcare, trades, education, STEM and transport.Also Read: Vietnam to impose new fines for foreign worker reporting violations from September 10The immigration department shared the update through a post on X.The categories include medical doctors, researchers and senior managers with Canadian work experience. IRCC is also seeking healthcare and social services professionals, tradespersons and educators.We are looking for skilled workers to help strengthen the Canadian economy and address labour shortages in key sectors.Here are the Express Entry categories where we are seeking experienced professionals to compliment our workforce:• medical doctors, researchers and senior…— IRCC (@CitImmCanada) August 27, 2026 Professionals working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) occupations are also among the categories, along with professionals in transport occupations.Also Read: Saudi Arabia revises work visa quotas for new businessesCandidates with French-language proficiency are also included among the categories where Canada is seeking workers.Express Entry is Canada's system for managing applications for permanent residence from skilled workers under its economic immigration programmes. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates)...moreElevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea.Subscribe Now