Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently extended additional invitations to apply (ITAs) in a new Express Entry draw on December 3.
A total of 800 ITAs were issued through a category-based selection process aimed at candidates who demonstrate proficiency in French.
To be eligible for consideration, candidates needed to have at least a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 466.
See below details of Express Entry Draw so far in December:
Specifics
December 3
December 2
Category
Level 7 in French
Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations
800
676
CRS Cutoff
466
705
Tie-breaking rule
November 26, 2024
November 27, 2024
See below latest CRS Score Distribution in the Pool
CRS score range
Number of candidates
601-1200
738
501-600
18,673
451-500
62,985
491-500
12,316
481-490
11,905
471-480
14,371
461-470
12,521
451-460
11,872
401-450
57,590
441-450
11,219
431-440
12,313
421-430
11,217
411-420
11,602
401-410
11,239
351-400
50,609
301-350
22,280
0-300
5,615
Total
218,490
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On Monday, December 2, the IRCC issued 676 permanent residency invitations in the most recent Express Entry draw under the Provincial Nominee Program with a CRS cutoff score of 705.
Earlier, 3,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency had been sent out in an Express Entry draw on November 20, targeting 35 healthcare occupations, with a CRS score of 463 or higher.
See below details of the latest Express Entry Draw of December 2
Provincial Nominee Program
Number of invitations issued: 676
Rank required to be invited to apply: 676 or above
Date of round: December 02, 2024
CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 705
Tie-breaking rule: November 27, 2024
See below details of CRS Score Distribution in the Pool
CRS score range
Number of candidates
601-1200
738
501-600
18,673
451-500
62,985
491-500
12,316
481-490
11,905
471-480
14,371
461-470
12,521
451-460
11,872
401-450
57,590
441-450
11,219
431-440
12,313
421-430
11,217
411-420
11,602
401-410
11,239
351-400
50,609
301-350
22,280
0-300
5,615
Total
218,490
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The most recent BC PNP draw took place on November 26, 2024, where a total of 27 invitations were issued under the Skilled Immigration stream. Applicants invited in this draw had CRS scores ranging from 80 to 146.
The draw specifically targeted in-demand occupations in childcare, healthcare, construction, and veterinary care. These sectors were prioritized to address labor shortages in key industries across British Columbia.
See below latest BC PNP draw of November 26
Stream
Minimum Score Required
Number of invitations issued
Skilled Worker
146
7 – General draw
Skilled Worker – EEBC option
146
International Graduate
146
International Graduate – EEBC option
146
Entry Level and Semi-Skilled
125
Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option)
102
<5 – Childcare
108
<5 – Construction
121
<5 – Healthcare
80
<5 – Veterinary care
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
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The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held its most recent draw on November 22, 2024, issuing a total of 279 invitations for permanent residency across various categories. This draw is part of Manitoba’s ongoing efforts to attract skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and international graduates to the province.
Among the 279 invitations extended, 55 were directed to candidates who had provided a valid Express Entry profile number. This targeted approach highlights Manitoba’s continued focus on welcoming individuals who have already expressed interest in immigrating to Canada through the Express Entry system.
See below details of MPNP Draw of November 22
Skilled Worker in Manitoba
Close relative in Manitoba selection
Profiles that declared a Manitoba Supporter, who is a close relative, a Canadian permanent resident or citizen, and an established resident of Manitoba with at least one year of residence in the province, were taken into consideration.
Number of Letters of Advice to Apply issued: 89
Ranking score of the lowest-ranked candidate invited: 840
International Education Stream
Profiles that declared meeting the eligibility requirements for the International Education Stream were considered.
Number of Letters of Advice to Apply issued: 165
Skilled Worker Overseas
Profiles that indicated being directly invited by the MPNP under a strategic recruitment initiative were eligible.
Number of Letters of Advice to Apply issued: 25
Ranking score of the lowest-ranked candidate invited: 617
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On November 20, the latest BC PNP draw invited about 15 candidates to apply for permanent residency (PR) through targeted rounds. Among these, 4 invitations were specifically directed toward candidates in 35 technology-related occupations, covering both the skilled worker and international graduate streams, as well as their Express Entry counterparts. The cutoff score for this draw saw an increase of 13 points compared to the previous BC PNP Tech draw.
Additionally, 3 invitations were extended to individuals with experience as early childhood educators’ assistants or instructors (NOC 42202). Moreover, 4 candidates with backgrounds in 39 healthcare-related professions received invitations, while another 4 applicants from 25 construction-related fields were invited.
See below list of BC PNP 25 targeted Construction Occupations
22114 Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists
72102 Sheet metal workers
72103 Boilermakers
72104 Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
72105 Ironworkers
72106 Welders and related machine operators
72200 Electricians (except industrial and power system)
72201 Industrial electricians
72300 Plumbers
72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
72302 Gas fitters
72310 Carpenters
72311 Cabinetmakers
72320 Bricklayers
72400 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
72401 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
72402 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
72500 Crane operators
73100 Concrete finishers
73101 Tilesetters
73102 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
73110 Roofers and shinglers
73111 Glaziers
73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
73113 Floor covering installers
See below the 39 targeted Healthcare Occupations
30010 Managers in health care
31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
31101 Specialists in surgery
31102 General practitioners and family physicians
31110 Dentists
31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
31120 Pharmacists
31121 Dietitians and nutritionists
31200 Psychologists
31201 Chiropractors
31202 Physiotherapists
31203 Occupational therapists
31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
31209 Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
31300 Nursing coordinators and supervisors
31301 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
31302 Nurse practitioners
31303 Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
32101 Licensed practical nurses
32102 Paramedical occupations
32103 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
32109 Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
32110 Denturists
32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists
32112 Dental technologists and technicians
32120 Medical laboratory technologists
32121 Medical radiation technologists
32122 Medical sonographers
32123 Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
32124 Pharmacy technicians
32129 Other medical technologists and technicians
32200 Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
33101 Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
33102 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
33103 Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
41300 Social workers
41301 Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies
42201 Social and community service workers
See below details of latest BC PNP Draw:
Date
Draw type
Stream
Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
November 20 2024
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202)
Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option)
102
3
Targeting 25 Construction occupations
107
4
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations
116
4
Targeting 35 tech occupations
141
4
Veterinary care
80
<5
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
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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:
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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On November 19, IRCC issued just 400 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency in its latest Express Entry draw. This round focused on candidates in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) who had a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 539.
Additionally, 174 ITAs were issued on November 18 in an Express Entry draw aimed at candidates with provincial nominations. The CRS cutoff for this draw was 816, marking a four-point rise compared to last week’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw.
See below details of Express Entry draws in November:
Specifics
November 19
November 18
November 15
November 13
November 12
Category
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Provincial Nominee Program
Level 7 in French
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations
400
174
800
400
733
CRS Cutoff
539
816
478
547
812
Tie-breaking rule
July 08, 2024
August 28, 2024
November 07, 2024
April 10, 2024
March 02, 2024
See below latest CRS Score Distribution in the Pool
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
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In the third Express Entry draw announced in the just concluded week, Canada sent out 800 invitations to apply for permanent residency.
This draw focused on candidates who had achieved Level 7 proficiency in the French language and held a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 478 or higher.
See below details of Express Entry draw of the just concluded week:
Specifics
November 15
November 13
November 12
Category
Level 7 in French
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations
800
400
733
CRS Cutoff
478
547
812
Tie-breaking rule
November 07, 2024
April 10, 2024
March 02, 2024
See below CRS Score Distribution In The Pool as at November 12:
CRS score range
Number of candidates
601-1200
120
501-600
16,625
451-500
64,425
491-500
12,290
481-490
12,382
471-480
15,160
461-470
13,062
451-460
11,531
401-450
56,597
441-450
10,978
431-440
12,107
421-430
10,996
411-420
11,359
401-410
11,157
351-400
51,355
301-350
22,788
0-300
5,590
Total
217,500
Canada’s immigration strategy highlights policies designed to assist temporary residents in transitioning to permanent residency. This approach particularly supports those already living and working in Canada, recognizing their contributions to the economy and community. By focusing on established residents, the plan aims to address labour shortages and promote smoother integration.
The 2025-2027 immigration plan seeks to expand programs like the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. These initiatives will prioritize international students, temporary workers, and others with Canadian experience, offering them greater opportunities to secure permanent residency.
By emphasizing individuals with Canadian work or educational backgrounds, these programs ensure faster integration into the workforce and society. This strategy not only supports economic growth but also strengthens communities by retaining skilled and experienced residents.
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The most recent BC PNP draw, held on November 13, over 24 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) were issued across both general and targeted rounds.
In the general draw, 10 invitations were given to candidates in the Skilled Worker and International Graduate categories, including their Express Entry versions.
Compared to the previous BC PNP general draw, the cutoff score rose by 9 points.
See below details of the latest BC PNP Draw
Date
Draw type
Stream
Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
November 13, 2024
General
Skilled Worker
143
10
Skilled Worker – EEBC option
143
International Graduate
143
International Graduate – EEBC option
143
Entry Level & Semi-Skilled
121
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202)
Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option)
102
5
Targeting 25 Construction occupations
105
4
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations
113
5
Veterinary care
80
<5
See below list of BC PNP 25 targeted Construction Occupations
22114 Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists
72102 Sheet metal workers
72103 Boilermakers
72104 Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
72105 Ironworkers
72106 Welders and related machine operators
72200 Electricians (except industrial and power system)
72201 Industrial electricians
72300 Plumbers
72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
72302 Gas fitters
72310 Carpenters
72311 Cabinetmakers
72320 Bricklayers
72400 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
72401 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
72402 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
72500 Crane operators
73100 Concrete finishers
73101 Tilesetters
73102 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
73110 Roofers and shinglers
73111 Glaziers
73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
73113 Floor covering installers
See below the 39 targeted Healthcare Occupations
30010 Managers in health care
31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
31101 Specialists in surgery
31102 General practitioners and family physicians
31110 Dentists
31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
31120 Pharmacists
31121 Dietitians and nutritionists
31200 Psychologists
31201 Chiropractors
31202 Physiotherapists
31203 Occupational therapists
31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
31209 Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
31300 Nursing coordinators and supervisors
31301 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
31302 Nurse practitioners
31303 Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
32101 Licensed practical nurses
32102 Paramedical occupations
32103 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
32109 Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
32110 Denturists
32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists
32112 Dental technologists and technicians
32120 Medical laboratory technologists
32121 Medical radiation technologists
32122 Medical sonographers
32123 Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
32124 Pharmacy technicians
32129 Other medical technologists and technicians
32200 Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
33101 Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
33102 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
33103 Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
41300 Social workers
41301 Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies
42201 Social and community service workers
The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.
Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!
Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has held the first Express Entry draw of November for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), offering 400 invitations to apply (ITA) for permanent residency in Canada.
The CRS cutoff score went up by 8 points compared to the last CEC draw on October 22.
See below details of the Express Entry draw this week:
See below CRS Score Distribution In The Pool as at November 12
CRS score range
Number of candidates
601-1200
120
501-600
16,625
451-500
64,425
491-500
12,290
481-490
12,382
471-480
15,160
461-470
13,062
451-460
11,531
401-450
56,597
441-450
10,978
431-440
12,107
421-430
10,996
411-420
11,359
401-410
11,157
351-400
51,355
301-350
22,788
0-300
5,590
Total
217,500
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