On December 16, IRCC issued 1,085 permanent residency invitations in the latest Express Entry draw targeting profiles under the Provincial Nominee Program. The cutoff score for the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) was set at 727.
See below details of the latest Express Entry Draw
Specifics
December 16
December 3
December 2
Category
Provincial Nominee Program
Level 7 in French
Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations
1,085
800
676
CRS Cutoff
727
466
705
Tie-breaking rule
September 18, 2024
November 26, 2024
November 27, 2024
See below latest CRS SCore Distribution in the Pool
CRS score range
Number of candidates
601-1200
1,203
501-600
19,885
451-500
63,369
491-500
12,355
481-490
11,984
471-480
14,379
461-470
12,610
451-460
12,041
401-450
58,543
441-450
11,456
431-440
12,511
421-430
11,400
411-420
11,788
401-410
11,388
351-400
50,506
301-350
22,183
0-300
5,621
Total
221,310
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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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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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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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In the first Express Entry Draw of November, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) sent out 733 invitations for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR). This draw targeted candidates across all Express Entry categories with provincial nominations and CRS scores of 812 or more.
See below Express Entry draw details of November 12:
Program: Provincial Nominee Program
Number of invitations issued: 733
Rank required to be invited to apply: 733 or above
Date of round: November 12, 2024
CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 812
Tie-breaking rule: March 02, 2024
See below CRS Score Distribution In The Pool as at November 11
CRS score range
Number of candidates
601-1200
810
501-600
16,245
451-500
64,079
491-500
12,239
481-490
12,309
471-480
15,075
461-470
12,974
451-460
11,482
401-450
56,206
441-450
10,870
431-440
12,049
421-430
10,907
411-420
11,317
401-410
11,063
351-400
51,137
301-350
22,710
0-300
5,548
Total
216,735
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On October 21, 2024, the IRCC issued 648 invitations for permanent residency in the latest Express Entry draw, specifically aimed at candidates with provincial nominations and a CRS score of 791 or higher.
Looking ahead, many hopeful candidates are eagerly awaiting the next round of draws, reflecting the dynamic nature of Canada’s immigration landscape.
See below details of all Express Entry Draw in October
See below latest CRS Score Distribution in the pool
CRS score range
Number of candidates
601-1200
705
501-600
13,209
451-500
63,152
491-500
11,903
481-490
12,232
471-480
14,872
461-470
12,856
451-460
11,289
401-450
55,371
441-450
10,903
431-440
12,019
421-430
10,558
411-420
11,046
401-410
10,845
351-400
50,989
301-350
22,920
0-300
5,441
Total
211,787
See below all Express Entry draws of 2024
Date
Round type
Invitations issued
CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited
August 13, 2024
Provincial Nominee Program
763
690
July 31, 2024
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
5,000
510
July 30, 2024
Provincial Nominee Program
964
686
July 18, 2024
Level 7 in French
1,800
400
July 17, 2024
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
6,300
515
July 16, 2024
Provincial Nominee Program
1,391
670
July 8, 2024
Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French
3,200
420
July 5, 2024
Targeted for 35 healthcare occupations
3,750
445
July 4, 2024
Trades Targeted Draw
1,800
436
July 2, 2024
Provincial Nominee Program
920
739
June 19, 2024
Provincial Nominee Program
1,499
663
May 31, 2024
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
3,000
522
May 30, 2024
Provincial Nominee Program
2,985
676
April 24, 2024
Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French
1,400
410
April 23, 2024
General
2,095
529
April 11, 2024
Targeted draw for 24 STEM occupations
4,500
491
April 10, 2024
General
1,280
549
March 26, 2024
Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French
1,500
388
March 25, 2024
General
1,980
524
March 13, 2024
Targeted draw for 10 transport occupations
975
430
March 12, 2024
General
2,850
525
February 29, 2024
Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French
2,500
336
February 28, 2024
General
1,470
534
February 16, 2024
Targeted for Agriculture and agri-food occupations
150
437
February 14, 2024
Targeted for 35 healthcare occupations
3,500
422
February 13, 2024
General
1,490
535
February 1, 2024
Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French
7,000
365
January 31, 2024
General
730
541
January 23, 2024
General
1,040
543
January 10, 2024
General
1,510
546
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On October 17. 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted an Express Entry draw, issuing 1,307 invitations for provincial nomination under the Skilled Trades Stream. This round targeted Express Entry profiles with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score between 405 and 435 and experience in one of the 47 specified skilled trades.
Additionally, the draw considered all active Express Entry profiles created between October 17, 2023, and October 17, 2024, that met the above criteria.
Compared to the last Skilled Trades Stream draw, the score range has narrowed. The minimum CRS score increased by 5 points, from 400 to 405, while the maximum remained at 435.
See below detailed list of occupations eligible for OINP Express Entry Draw of October 17:
NOC 72010: Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
NOC 72011: Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations
NOC 72012: Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades
NOC 72013: Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades
NOC 72020: Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades
NOC 72021: Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews
NOC 72022: Supervisors, printing and related occupations
NOC 72100: Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors
NOC 72101: Tool and die makers
NOC 72102: Sheet metal workers
NOC 72103: Boilermakers
NOC 72104: Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
NOC 72105: Ironworkers
NOC 72200: Electricians (except industrial and power system)
NOC 72201: Industrial electricians
NOC 72203: Electrical power line and cable workers
NOC 72205: Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians
NOC 72300: Plumbers
NOC 72301: Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
NOC 72302: Gas fitters
NOC 72310: Carpenters
NOC 72311: Cabinetmakers
NOC 72320: Bricklayers
NOC 72321: Insulators
NOC 72400: Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
NOC 72402: Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
NOC 72403: Railway carmen/women
NOC 72404: Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors
NOC 72406: Elevator constructors and mechanics
NOC 72410: Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers
NOC 72422: Electrical mechanics
NOC 72423: Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics
NOC 72500: Crane operators
NOC 73100: Concrete finishers
NOC 73101: Tilesetters
NOC 73102: Plasterers, drywall installers, finishers and lathers
NOC 73110: Roofers and shinglers
NOC 73111: Glaziers
NOC 73112: Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
NOC 73113: Floor covering installers
NOC 73200: Residential and commercial installers and servicers
NOC 73201: General building maintenance workers and building superintendents
NOC 73202: Pest controllers and fumigators
NOC 73209: Other repairers and servicers
NOC 73400: Heavy equipment operators
NOC 73402: Drillers and blasters—surface mining, quarrying and construction
NOC 82031: Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services
See below OINP Skilled Trades Stream Draws in 2024
Date
Invitations
CRS score range
Express Entry Profiles Creation Dates
Notes
October 17, 2024
1,307
405-435
October 17, 2023 –
October 17, 2024
Targeted draw for 47 skilled trade occupations
August 22, 2024
1,287
400-435
August 22, 2023 –
August 22, 2024
Targeted draw for 46 skilled trade occupations
July 11, 2024
1,277
408-435
July 11, 2023 –
July 11, 2024
Targeted draw for 46 skilled trade occupations
March 1, 2024
2,583
350-424
March 1, 2023 –
March 1, 2024
Targeted draw for 49 skilled trade occupations
January 11, 2024
2,552
350-424
January 11, 2023 –
January 11, 2024
Targeted draw for 49 skilled trade occupations
All candidates who received an invitation will have 45 days to accept and submit a detailed application to be considered for provincial nomination. Also, an additional 600 points will be added to the CRS scores of the invited profiles bringing their scores to the range of 1,005 to 1,035 respectively.
So far in 2024, the OINP Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream has invited 9,006 profiles in five rounds, compared to just 7,512 invitations in 2023.
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