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Latest Express Entry Draw issues 920 invites

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    Latest Express Entry Draw: 920 ITAs Issued

    In Canada’s latest Express Entry draw on July 2, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to apply (ITAs).

    This draw, specifically under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), saw a total of 920 candidates receiving ITAs. To qualify, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 739.
    This draw follows several program-specific draws held in the past month. Recently, on June 19, IRCC invited 1,499 candidates in another PNP-specific draw, with a minimum CRS score requirement of 663. Another notable draw took place on May 30, inviting 2,985 Express Entry candidates solely through the PNP pathway, marking the first such draw since May 10, 2023. Additionally, on May 31, 3,000 candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) were invited.
    Program-specific draws focus exclusively on candidates in the Express Entry pool who have applied through programs like CEC, Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), or Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). For PNP-only draws, candidates are considered if they have been nominated through an Express Entry-aligned stream of a Provincial Nominee Program, known as an enhanced nomination.
    These draws are part of IRCC’s efforts since January to manage the levels of temporary residents in Canada, offering more pathways for them to obtain permanent residence (PR). Many temporary residents, including those on work or study permits, or visitor visas, seek PR through CEC or PNP, contributing to IRCC’s annual targets for “Federal High Skilled Workers” (Express Entry) as outlined in the Immigration Levels Plan while reducing the number of temporary residents in the country.
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    Details of the draw: July 2, 2024​

    • Total ITAs issued: 920
    • Type of draw: Provincial Nominee Program
    • Date and time of round: July 2, 2024 at 15:12:05
    • CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 445
    • Tie-breaking rule: February 02, 2024 at 11:38:43 UTC
    If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off is based on the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles.
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    What is Express Entry?​

    Express Entry is a system introduced by IRCC in 2015 to streamline the application process for skilled immigrants. It targets candidates with sought-after skills and manages applications for programs like FSWP, FSTP, and CEC.
    The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) used in Express Entry evaluates candidates based on factors like age, work experience, language proficiency, and education. Each factor is assigned a score, and the total CRS score determines a candidate’s eligibility for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in future draws. Higher CRS scores increase the likelihood of receiving an ITA.

    What is Express Entry’s Category-Based Selection?​

    Express Entry draws come in various types: program-specific draws, category-based selection draws, and general draws. General draws consider all candidates in the Express Entry pool without focusing on specific programs or occupations.
    Express Entry draws come in various types: program-specific draws, category-based selection draws, and general draws. General draws consider all candidates in the Express Entry pool without focusing on specific programs or occupations.
    • Healthcare occupations
    • Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) professions
    • Trades occupations (e.g., carpenters, plumbers)
    • Transport occupations
    • Agriculture and agri-food occupations
    • French-language proficiency
    These draws are not limited to specific programs and tend to feature lower CRS score requirements compared to general draws.

    Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2024​

    Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Minimum CRS
    July 2 Provincial Nominee Program 920 739
    June 19 Provincial Nominee Program 1,499 663
    May 31 Canadian Experience Class 3,000 522
    May 30 Provincial Nominee Program 2,985 676
    April 24 French language proficiency (2024-1) 1,400 410
    April 23 New Express Entry- General Category Draw 2,095 529
    April 11 STEM Occupations Express Entry Draw 4,500 491
    April 10 General Express Entry Draw 1,280 549
    March 26 French language proficiency 1500 388
    March 25 General Draw 1980 524
    March 13 Transport occupations (2024-1) 975 430
    March 12 General 2850 525
    February 29 French language proficiency (2024-1) 2500 336
    February 28 General Draw 1470 534
    February 16 Agriculture and agri-food occupations 150 437
    February 14 Healthcare Occupations 3500 422
    February 13 General 1,490 535
    February 1 French language proficiency (2023-1) 7,000 365
    January 31 Express Entry General Draw 730 541
    January 23 General Second Express Entry Draw Of 2024 1,040 543
    January 10 General First Express Entry Draw Of 2024 1,510 546

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    What is Express Entry?​

    Express Entry serves as a platform managing three of Canada’s leading economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).
    While each program has distinct eligibility criteria, they all undergo assessment using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).red.
    Through CRS, candidates receive scores based on various human capital factors, including work experience, occupation, language proficiency, age, education, and whether they are immigrating with a spouse or partner.
    Scores are tallied to determine candidates’ final CRS score. Higher scores increase the likelihood of receiving an ITA in subsequent Express Entry draws.
    In May 2023, IRCC introduced category-based selection draws for Express Entry candidates with specific work experience or language skills. These categories include healthcare occupations, STEM professions, trades occupations, transport occupations, agriculture and agri-food occupations, and strong French proficiency. These categories are expected to remain unchanged in 2024, but adjustments may occur in 2025.
    Immigration candidates must be in the Express Entry pool and meet category-specific requirements to be conside
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