Dear future neighbour,
This week, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted three Express Entry draws, resulting in the issuance of 3,574 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. On November 20, the IRCC held its first draw for healthcare occupations since July, where 3,000 ITAs were awarded to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 463 or higher.
Earlier, on November 19, the IRCC distributed 400 ITAs to candidates in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), requiring a minimum CRS score of 547. This marked an increase of eight points compared to the previous CEC draw held on October 22.
Furthermore, on November 18, the IRCC invited 733 candidates who met the criteria across all Express Entry categories and held a provincial nomination, with a CRS score of at least 812. This series of draws highlights the ongoing efforts to attract skilled workers to Canada.
See below details of this week’s Express Entry draw:
| Specifics | November 20 | November 19 | November 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Targeted for 35 healthcare occupations | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | Provincial Nominee Program |
| Invitations | 3,000 | 400 | 174 |
| CRS Cutoff | 463 | 539 | 816 |
| Tie-breaking rule | October 21, 2024 | July 08, 2024 | August 28, 2024 |
See below CRS Score Distribution in the Pool as at November 18
| CRS score range | Number of candidates |
|---|---|
| 601-1200 | 100 |
| 501-600 | 16,495 |
| 451-500 | 64,596 |
| 491-500 | 12,208 |
| 481-490 | 12,318 |
| 471-480 | 15,238 |
| 461-470 | 13,141 |
| 451-460 | 11,691 |
| 401-450 | 57,062 |
| 441-450 | 11,045 |
| 431-440 | 12,196 |
| 421-430 | 11,113 |
| 411-420 | 11,463 |
| 401-410 | 11,245 |
| 351-400 | 51,434 |
| 301-350 | 22,865 |
| 0-300 | 5,615 |
| Total | 218,167 |
Canada’s Immigration Strategy
The Immigration Levels Plan 2025–2027 signals a shift toward prioritizing applicants already residing in Canada. With a stronger “in-Canada focus,” this approach seeks to streamline procedures and laws for temporary residents aiming to become permanent residents. It aligns with broader immigration goals, such as addressing ongoing labour shortages, spurring economic growth, and promoting smoother integration into Canadian society.
This strategy is set to increase support for programs like the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry, benefiting international students, temporary foreign workers, and other temporary residents. With Canadian education or work experience as a key qualification, these applicants are well-positioned to quickly integrate into the workforce, supporting industries like healthcare, manufacturing, technology, and construction.
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