The second Express Entry draw by IRCC this week yielded 1,400 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for candidates proficient in French and holding a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 410. It marked the first French-language proficiency draw since March 26, 2024.
Yesterday’s draw, April 23, 2024, saw IRCC issue 2,095 ITAs to candidates with a minimum CRS score of 529.
Express Entry serves as IRCC’s application management system for three specific economic-class permanent residence (PR) programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). ITAs are distributed through three draw types: general, program-specific, and category-based.
The original draw types, general and program-specific, have been integral to the Express Entry system since 2015. They prioritize Canadian immigration candidates with the highest CRS scores, which are numerical values based on various human capital factors like age, education, and work experience.
Once eligible candidates confirm their eligibility for at least one of IRCC’s three Express Entry-managed programs, they create an online profile and receive their CRS score. They then await IRCC’s next draw to see if they’ll receive an ITA, which is crucial for submitting their electronic Application for Permanent Residence (eAPR).
Category-based draws, introduced in June 2023, target candidates with specific work experience and proficiencies deemed in-demand by IRCC. These include healthcare, STEM fields, trades, transport, agriculture, and strong French language proficiency. They aim to attract candidates who can contribute to the Canadian labour market and demography.
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