Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw.
On July 16, 2024, IRCC conducted a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-only draw, inviting 1,391 candidates to apply for permanent residency. This draw marks the third consecutive week of IRCC holding rounds of invitations. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 670 to be considered.
Details of Recent Express Entry Draw:
- Program: Provincial Nominee Program
- Number of Invitations Issued: 1,391
- Rank Required to Be Invited to Apply: 1,391 or above
- Date and Time of Round: July 16, 2024, at 15:39:40 UTC
- CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 670
- Tie-Breaking Rule: May 4, 2024, at 13:27:31 UTC
July 8, 2024: French Proficiency Draw
The most recent category-based draw before today’s event took place on July 8, 2024, where IRCC invited 3,200 candidates based on their French language proficiency. This specific draw highlights Canada’s commitment to welcoming French-speaking immigrants, which enriches the country’s cultural diversity and supports the Francophone communities outside Quebec.
July 2, 2024: Another PNP-Only Draw Earlier in the month, on July 2, 2024, another PNP-only draw was held, inviting 920 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 739. The higher CRS scores for PNP-only draws can be attributed to the additional 600 CRS points automatically awarded to Express Entry candidates who receive a provincial nomination.
New Express Entry Draw Category for 2025 in making
IRCC is currently holding consultations to introduce a new category for Express Entry draws in 2025, specifically targeting the following occupations in the education sector:
- Elementary school and kindergarten teachers
- Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants
- Early childhood educators and assistants
- Secondary school teachers
- Educational counsellors
- Instructors of persons with disabilities
Summary of Express Entry draw results in 2024
