3 New IRCC Express Entry Draws Sent 3,113 PR Invitations
TranslateIn a new Express Entry draw on October 10, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 1,000 permanent residency invitations targeting profiles with Level 7 in French and a CRS score of 444 or above.
Previously, on October 9, IRCC sent 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) having a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 539 or higher.
Also on October 7, IRCC invited 1,613 candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 743 or higher.
Below are the details for the Express Entry Draws this week
| Specifics | October 10 | October 9 | October 7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Level 7 in French | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | Provincial Nominee Program |
| Invitations | 1,000 | 500 | 1,613 |
| CRS Cutoff | 444 | 539 | 743 |
| Tie-breaking rule | September 27, 2024 at 18:56:32 UTC | February 20, 2024 at 02:57:40 UTC | March 22, 2024 at 18:36:54 UTC |
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CRS Score Distribution in the Express Entry Pool
| CRS score range | Number of candidates |
|---|---|
| 601-1200 | 216 |
| 501-600 | 12,312 |
| 451-500 | 63,026 |
| 491-500 | 11,840 |
| 481-490 | 12,282 |
| 471-480 | 14,794 |
| 461-470 | 12,829 |
| 451-460 | 11,281 |
| 401-450 | 54,542 |
| 441-450 | 10,903 |
| 431-440 | 11,876 |
| 421-430 | 10,361 |
| 411-420 | 10,733 |
| 401-410 | 10,669 |
| 351-400 | 50,737 |
| 301-350 | 23,082 |
| 0-300 | 5,402 |
| Total | 209,317 |
IRCC continues to focus on specific immigration programs, with the CRS score cutoff fluctuating based on program and category.
Below are the trends from various draws this year:
- General or No Program Specified: 9 draws, 14,445 invitations, Average CRS: 536 (Lowest: 524, Highest: 549)
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): 9 draws, 12,167 invitations, Average CRS: 695 (Lowest: 663, Highest: 743)
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 7 draws, 25,300 invitations, Average CRS: 519 (Lowest: 507, Highest: 539)
- French-Speaking Candidates: 9 draws, 21,400 invitations, Average CRS: 390 (Lowest: 336, Highest: 446)
- Agriculture and Agri-food: 1 draw, 1,540 invitations, CRS cutoff: 437
- Transport Sector: 1 draw, 975 invitations, CRS cutoff: 430
- STEM Professions: 1 draw, 4,500 invitations, CRS cutoff: 491
- Healthcare Sector: 2 draws, 7,250 invitations, Average CRS: 433.5 (Lowest: 422, Highest: 445)
- Trades-Specific Draw: 1 draw, 1,800 invitations, CRS cutoff: 436
Stay updated on the latest Express Entry trends as IRCC continues to shape Canada’s immigration landscape, with targeted draws offering specific opportunities for various professions and programs.
How does Provincial Nominee Programs work under Express Entry system?
Provincial Nominee Programs are usually employer-driven immigration programs that allow participating Canadian provinces and territories to nominate individuals who meet specific labor market and economic needs.
Nominated candidates receive an additional 600 points toward their Express Entry comprehensive ranking score, significantly increasing their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply for permanent residence.
How does Express Entry draws work?
Express Entry is a system used by Canada to manage applications for permanent residence from skilled workers.
Candidates create an online profile and are scored based on factors like work experience, education, and language ability.
The highest-scoring candidates are invited to apply for permanent residence.
Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements for one of the federal economic immigration programs to participate in Express Entry.