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March 24, 2025

Dear future neighbour,

On March 21, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted an Express Entry draw targeting candidates with French language proficiency. The draw issued 7,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 379. This score is notably lower than the previous French language proficiency draw held on March 6, which had a minimum CRS score of 410 and issued 4,500 ITAs.

See below details of latest Express Entry Draw:

Date: March 21, 2025
Category: French Language Proficiency
Number of Invitations: 7,500
Lowest CRS Score Invited: 379
Tie-Breaking Rule: March 6, 2025

See below details of Express Entry draws in 2025

Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Cut-off CRS score
March 21 French language proficiency 7,500 379
March 17 Provincial Nominee Program 536 736
March 6 French language proficiency 4,500 410
March 3 Provincial Nominee Program 725 667
February 19 French language proficiency 6,500 428
February 17 Provincial Nominee Program 646 750
February 5 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 521
February 4 Provincial Nominee Program 455 802
January 23 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 527
January 8 Canadian Experience Class 1,350 542
January 7 Provincial Nominee Program 471 793

In 2025, IRCC has conducted multiple Express Entry draws, including those targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates and French language proficiency candidates. For instance, a PNP draw on March 17 issued 536 ITAs with a minimum CRS score of 736.

Express Entry is Canada’s primary system for managing applications for permanent residence from skilled workers. Candidates are assessed and ranked based on factors such as age, education, work experience, and language proficiency in English or French. The highest-ranked candidates receive ITAs during IRCC’s regular draws.

Following the issuance of an ITA, candidates have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence. IRCC aims to process these applications within six months. Under the Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025, IRCC intends to welcome approximately 83,000 immigrants via the Express Entry program in 2023, with targets of 109,000 in 2024 and 114,000 in 2025.

Do you 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 after receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

March 18, 2025

Dear future neighbour,

On March 5 and 6, 2025, New Brunswick held its first provincial nominee program (PNP) draws of the year. These draws saw the issuance of 498 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across several skilled worker categories.

Overview of the Draws

  • Dates: March 5 and 6, 2025
  • Streams Invited:
    • New Brunswick Skilled Worker – NB Experience
    • New Brunswick Skilled Worker – NB Graduates
  • Targeted Occupations:
    • Healthcare
    • Education and Social & Community Services
    • Construction Trades
  • Total ITAs Issued: 498
  • Score Requirements: Specific cut-off scores were not disclosed.

This initiative is part of New Brunswick’s broader effort to attract skilled workers to meet the province’s labor needs in high-demand areas.

Recent Changes to the NBPNP

In line with the province’s updated immigration priorities, New Brunswick has introduced several changes to its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to better address workforce demands. The province’s 2025 immigration allocation has been reduced to 2,750 spots, prompting these adjustments.

Some key changes include:

  • New Pathways:
    • Employment in New Brunswick Pathway: For candidates with a job offer from a New Brunswick-based employer.
    • New Brunswick Interests Pathway: Aimed at attracting candidates whose skills are in line with the province’s economic priorities.
  • Eligibility Criteria Updates:
    • The minimum age requirement has been lowered from 22 to 19.
    • To qualify for the Employment in New Brunswick pathway, applicants must now have lived in the province for at least 12 consecutive months.
    • A work experience requirement of 12 consecutive months is now necessary for specific pathways.

These changes are intended to help New Brunswick fill its labor gaps while encouraging candidates who can contribute to the province’s economic growth.

About the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program

The NBPNP allows New Brunswick to nominate individuals for Canadian permanent residency based on the province’s labor market needs. It offers various streams, including:

  • Express Entry Stream: For candidates with relevant work experience, linked to the federal Express Entry system.
  • Skilled Worker Stream: For those with a job offer from a New Brunswick employer.
  • Entrepreneurial Stream: For individuals seeking to establish a business in New Brunswick.
  • International Graduate Stream: For recent graduates from New Brunswick institutions.

Each stream has specific eligibility criteria to meet the province’s demographic and economic objectives.

Do you require assistance with setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

January 27, 2025

Dear future neighbour,

Canada’s New Caregiver Program designed to address the increasing demand for caregivers in the country named the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots, is set to open on March 31, 2025.

This new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots will replace the now-terminated Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot, which stopped accepting applications on June 17, 2024.

Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements which includes:

– a valid job offer from a Canadian employer or a Canadian family

– language proficiency in English or French

– a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level of 4 which is the lowest level of English equivalent to 4 bands in writing and speaking with 4.5 in listening and 3.5 in reading for IELTS.

– at least one year of post-secondary education equivalent to Canadian standards.

New Canada Caregiver Programs: Streamlined Pathways and Improved Features

The Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots have been redesigned with several improvements to make the immigration process smoother and more accessible for caregivers. These updates aim to address previous challenges while offering more opportunities for skilled workers in the caregiving sector.

Key Highlights of the New Pilots:

Simplified Pathway to Permanent Residency:

The updated programs offer a straightforward process for caregivers to obtain permanent residency, reducing unnecessary obstacles and ensuring a quicker transition for those looking to settle in Canada.

Permanent Residency Upon Arrival:

Caregivers will now be granted permanent resident status immediately upon arrival in Canada, removing delays and uncertainties that were common under earlier pilots. This change provides caregivers with greater security and stability.

Increased Employment Flexibility:

Participants will have the option to work for employers offering temporary or part-time care services, catering to individuals who are semi-independent or recovering from illness or injury. This flexibility ensures that caregivers have a broader range of employment opportunities to choose from.

These enhancements reflect Canada’s ongoing commitment to supporting caregivers while addressing labor shortages and fostering economic growth.

Furthermore, candidates who are already in Canada and have caregiving work experience may qualify for permanent residency more quickly, provided they meet the required hours of work experience.

Previous Caregiver Programs

As the new caregiver pilots get ready to launch, it’s important to recognize the programs that laid the foundation for these developments:

1.Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot: These programs closed to new applications on June 17, 2024.

2.Live-in Caregiver Program (LCP): This program stopped accepting applications in 2014.

3.Caring for Children Program: This program concluded on June 18, 2019.

4.Caring for People with High Medical Needs Program: This program also ended on June 18, 2019.

5.Interim Pathway for Caregivers: A temporary pathway that closed on October 8, 2019.

These previous programs were instrumental in shaping the current landscape for caregiver immigration in Canada.

The launching of this caregiver program highlights Canada’s commitment to addressing critical labor shortages in caregiving roles, particularly as the country’s population continues to age. By offering a clear pathway to permanent residency, the programs aim to attract skilled caregivers who can contribute to the well-being of Canadian families and communities.

Do you require assistance with your express entry or provincial nomination profile, study permit or work permit application? Are you overwhelmed with the process and need to speak to a professional immigration consultant? Schedule a consultation session or send an email on info@eseumohimmigration.com to get started today.

 

January 24, 2025

Dear future neighbour,

On January 23, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a targeted Express Entry draw for candidates in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). In this draw, IRCC invited 4,000 candidates to apply for permanent residency. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score was 527. Candidates who received an invitation can now submit their applications for permanent residence within the 60-day deadline.

See below details of the latest Express Entry Draw:

  • Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
  • Number of Invitations Issued: 4,000
  • Rank Required to Be Invited: 4,000 or above
  • CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 527
  • Date and Time of Round: January 23, 2025
  • Tie-Breaking Rule: July 23, 2024

The Canadian Experience Class is a popular pathway for international workers and graduates in Canada to transition to permanent residency. It targets candidates who have gained skilled work experience within Canada and possess a strong understanding of Canadian society and the labor market.

See below CRS Score Distribution in the Pool as of January 23, 2025

CRS score range Number of candidates
601-1200 200
501-600 24,001
451-500 67,548
491-500 13,126
481-490 12,866
471-480 15,392
461-470 13,483
451-460 12,681
401-450 62,426
441-450 12,256
431-440 13,389
421-430 12,205
411-420 12,667
401-410 11,909
351-400 51,213
301-350 21,903
0-300 5,633
Total 232,924

This draw comes as part of Canada’s broader immigration goals, which include welcoming 500,000 new permanent residents by 2025, with a significant focus on economic immigration.

See below comparison to earlier CEC Draws

Number Date Program Invitations Issued CRS Cutoff
332 January 8, 2025 Canadian Experience Class 1,350 542
326 November 19 Canadian Experience Class 400 539
323 November 13 Canadian Experience Class 400 547
320 October 22 Canadian Experience Class 400 539
317 October 9 Canadian Experience Class 500 539
315 September 19 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 509
312 August 27 Canadian Experience Class 3,300 507
309 August 14 Canadian Experience Class 3,200 509

For candidates aspiring to secure an invitation under future draws, maintaining a competitive CRS score remains crucial. Additional points can be gained through language proficiency, Canadian education, and provincial nominations.

Do you need help with your express entry or provincial nomination profile, study permit application, work permit application,? Are you overwhelmed with the process and need to speak to a professional immigration consultant? Schedule a consultation session or send an email on info@eseumohimmigration.com to get started today.

 

November 8, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On November 6, British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held its most recent draw, where 51 candidates received invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency in specific invitation rounds.

Invitations were extended to candidates in various fields, including tech occupations, early childhood education, 39 healthcare-related occupations, and 25 construction-related occupations.

The cutoff score for this draw saw an increase of 11 points compared to the previous general draw conducted by the BC PNP.

See below details of latest BC PNP Draw of November 6

Date Draw type Stream Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
November 6, 2024 Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) Skilled Worker, International Graduate
(includes EEBC option)
96 7
Targeting 25 Construction occupations 97 5
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations 111 8
Targeting 35 tech occupations 128 31

See below list of BC PNP 25 targeted Construction Occupations

  1. 22114 Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists
  2. 72102 Sheet metal workers
  3. 72103 Boilermakers
  4. 72104 Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
  5. 72105 Ironworkers
  6. 72106 Welders and related machine operators
  7. 72200 Electricians (except industrial and power system)
  8. 72201 Industrial electricians
  9. 72300 Plumbers
  10. 72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
  11. 72302 Gas fitters
  12. 72310 Carpenters
  13. 72311 Cabinetmakers
  14. 72320 Bricklayers
  15. 72400 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
  16. 72401 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
  17. 72402 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
  18. 72500 Crane operators
  19. 73100 Concrete finishers
  20. 73101 Tilesetters
  21. 73102 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
  22. 73110 Roofers and shinglers
  23. 73111 Glaziers
  24. 73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
  25. 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 study 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

 

September 26, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On September 24, the latest BC PNP draw invited about 145 candidates to apply for permanent residency through targeted rounds. Among these, 57 invitations were extended in a specialized draw for 35 tech occupations, focusing on skilled workers and international graduates, including those in the Express Entry categories.

Interestingly, the cutoff score in this round remained unchanged from the previous BC PNP general draw, maintaining consistency in the selection process for eligible candidates. This draw continues BC’s focus on attracting top talent in key sectors.

See below details of latest BC PNP draw of September 24

Date Draw type Stream Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
September 24, 2024 Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) Skilled Worker, International Graduate
(includes EEBC option)
83 42
Targeting 25 Construction occupations 89 22
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations 99 24
Targeting 35 tech occupations 117 57
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!

Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study 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

 

 

August 23, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On August 22, Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) sent out 1,287 invitations to apply for PR to candidates under the Skilled Trades Stream.

This round of invitations were sent to Express Entry profiles with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score within the range of 400 and 435 created between August 22, 2023, and August 22, 2024.  Profiles with experience in one of the 46 skilled trade occupations listed below as the primary National Occupational Classification (NOC) were considered.

See below list of 46 skilled trade occupations eligible for OINP Express Entry draw of August 22

  1. NOC 72010 – Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
  2. NOC 72011 – Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations
  3. NOC 72012 – Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades
  4. NOC 72013 – Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades
  5. NOC 72020 – Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades
  6. NOC 72021 – Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews
  7. NOC 72022 – Supervisors, printing and related occupations
  8. NOC 72100 – Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors
  9. NOC 72101 – Tool and die makers
  10. NOC 72102 – Sheet metal workers
  11. NOC 72103 – Boilermakers
  12. NOC 72104 – Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
  13. NOC 72105 – Ironworkers
  14. NOC 72200 – Electricians (except industrial and power system)
  15. NOC 72201 – Industrial electricians
  16. NOC 72203 – Electrical power line and cable workers
  17. NOC 72205 – Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians
  18. NOC 72300 – Plumbers
  19. NOC 72301 – Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
  20. NOC 72302 – Gas fitters
  21. NOC 72310 – Carpenters
  22. NOC 72311 – Cabinetmakers
  23. NOC 72320 – Bricklayers
  24. NOC 72321 – Insulators
  25. NOC 72400 – Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
  26. NOC 72402 – Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
  27. NOC 72403 – Railway carmen/women
  28. NOC 72404 – Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors
  29. NOC 72406 – Elevator constructors and mechanics
  30. NOC 72410 – Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers
  31. NOC 72422 – Electrical mechanics
  32. NOC 72423 – Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics
  33. NOC 72500 – Crane operators
  34. NOC 73100 – Concrete finishers
  35. NOC 73101 – Tilesetters
  36. NOC 73102 – Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
  37. NOC 73110 – Roofers and shinglers
  38. NOC 73111 – Glaziers
  39. NOC 73113 – Floor covering installers
  40. NOC 73200 – Residential and commercial installers and servicers
  41. NOC 73201 – General building maintenance workers and building superintendents
  42. NOC 73202 – Pest controllers and fumigators
  43. NOC 73209 – Other repairers and servicers
  44. NOC 73400 – Heavy equipment operators
  45. NOC 73402 – Drillers and blasters – surface mining, quarrying and construction
  46. NOC 82031 – Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services

See below all OINP Skilled Trades Stream in 2024

In comparison to the 7,512 invitations issued in 2023 under this stream, the OINP Express Entry Skilled Trades stream has invited 7,699 profiles in four drawings thus far.

Date Invitations CRS score range Express Entry Profiles Creation Dates Notes
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 occupation

Candidates have 45 days to accept the invitation and submit a complete application for the provincial nomination. This nomination adds 600 points to their Express Entry profile increasing their scores to a range of 1,000 to 1,035,

Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study 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

 

 

 

 

August 14, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On August 13, 1,378 invitations to apply for permanent residency were sent out in two new Ontario-OINP draws. This OINP draw targeted 40 Healthcare occupations and 104 priority occupations.

The OINP (Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program) announced that both of these invitation rounds were under the foreign worker stream.

See below details of the OINP draws of August 13:

Invitations Date profiles created Score range Notes
420 August 13, 2023 – August 13, 2024 50 and above Targeted draw for 40 healthcare occupations
958 August 13, 2023 – August 13, 2024 54 and above Targeted draw for 104 other priority occupations

See below list of the 40 Healthcare occupations

  1. NOC 30010 – Managers in health care
  2. NOC 31100 – Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
  3. NOC 31103 – Veterinarians
  4. NOC 31110 – Dentists
  5. NOC 31111 – Optometrists
  6. NOC 31112 – Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
  7. NOC 31120 – Pharmacists
  8. NOC 31121 – Dietitians and nutritionists
  9. NOC 31201 – Chiropractors
  10. NOC 31202 – Physiotherapists
  11. NOC 31203 – Occupational therapists
  12. NOC 31204 – Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
  13. NOC 31209 – Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
  14. NOC 31300 – Nursing coordinators and supervisors
  15. NOC 31301 – Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
  16. NOC 31302 – Nurse practitioners
  17. NOC 31303 – Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
  18. NOC 32100 – Opticians
  19. NOC 32101 – Licensed practical nurses
  20. NOC 32102 – Paramedical occupations
  21. NOC 32103 – Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
  22. NOC 32104 – Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians
  23. NOC 32109 – Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
  24. NOC 32110 – Denturists
  25. NOC 32111 – Dental hygienists and dental therapists
  26. NOC 32112 – Dental technologists and technicians
  27. NOC 32120 – Medical laboratory technologists
  28. NOC 32121 – Medical radiation technologists
  29. NOC 32122 – Medical sonographers
  30. NOC 32123 – Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
  31. NOC 32124 – Pharmacy technicians
  32. NOC 32129 – Other medical technologists and technicians
  33. NOC 32200 – Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
  34. NOC 32201 – Massage therapists
  35. NOC 32209 – Other practitioners of natural healing
  36. NOC 33100 – Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
  37. NOC 33101 – Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
  38. NOC 33102 – Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
  39. NOC 33103 – Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
  40. NOC 33109 – Other assisting occupations in support of health services

See below list of 104 Other Priority occupations targeted in this round of OINP invitation

  1. NOC 00015 – Senior managers – construction, transportation, production and utilities
  2. NOC 12200 – Accounting technicians and bookkeepers
  3. NOC 13101 – Property administrators
  4. NOC 13102 – Payroll administrators
  5. NOC 10010 – Financial managers
  6. NOC 10011 – Human resources managers
  7. NOC 10022 – Advertising, marketing and public relations managers
  8. NOC 11100 – Financial auditors and accountants
  9. NOC 11200 – Human resources professionals
  10. NOC 11202 – Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations
  11. NOC 12100 – Executive assistants
  12. NOC 12102 – Procurement and purchasing agents and officers
  13. NOC 21300 – Civil engineers
  14. NOC 21301 – Mechanical engineers
  15. NOC 21310 – Electrical and electronics engineers
  16. NOC 22212 – Drafting technologists and technicians
  17. NOC 22233 – Construction inspectors
  18. NOC 22303 – Construction estimators
  19. NOC 22310 – Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians
  20. NOC 22311 – Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment)
  21. NOC 52121 – Interior designers and interior decorators
  22. NOC 60010 – Corporate sales managers
  23. NOC 10012 – Purchasing managers
  24. NOC 10020 – Insurance, real estate and financial brokerage managers
  25. NOC 10021 – Banking, credit and other investment managers
  26. NOC 10029 – Other business services managers
  27. NOC 11101 – Financial and investment analysts
  28. NOC 11103 – Securities agents, investment dealers and brokers
  29. NOC 11201 – Professional occupations in business management consulting
  30. NOC 12010 – Supervisors, general office and administrative support workers
  31. NOC 12011 – Supervisors, finance and insurance office workers
  32. NOC 12012 – Supervisors, library, correspondence and related information workers
  33. NOC 12101 – Human resources and recruitment officers
  34. NOC 12103 – Conference and event planners
  35. NOC 12110 – Court reporters, medical transcriptionists and related occupations
  36. NOC 12111 – Health information management occupations
  37. NOC 12112 – Records management technicians
  38. NOC 12113 – Statistical officers and related research support occupations
  39. NOC 12201 – Insurance adjusters and claims examiners
  40. NOC 12202 – Insurance underwriters
  41. NOC 12203 – Assessors, valuators and appraisers
  42. NOC 13111 – Legal administrative assistants
  43. NOC 13112 – Medical administrative assistants
  44. NOC 13200 – Customs, ship and other brokers
  45. NOC 20010 – Engineering managers
  46. NOC 20011 – Architecture and science managers
  47. NOC 21102 – Geoscientists and oceanographers
  48. NOC 21111 – Forestry professionals
  49. NOC 21200 – Architects
  50. NOC 21201 – Landscape architects
  51. NOC 21202 – Urban and land use planners
  52. NOC 21203 – Land surveyors
  53. NOC 21210 – Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries
  54. NOC 21320 – Chemical engineers
  55. NOC 21321 – Industrial and manufacturing engineers
  56. NOC 21322 – Metallurgical and materials engineers
  57. NOC 21330 – Mining engineers
  58. NOC 21331 – Geological engineers
  59. NOC 21332 – Petroleum engineers
  60. NOC 21390 – Aerospace engineers
  61. NOC 21399 – Other professional engineers
  62. NOC 22101 – Geological and mineral technologists and technicians
  63. NOC 22112 – Forestry technologists and technicians
  64. NOC 22114 – Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists
  65. NOC 22210 – Architectural technologists and technicians
  66. NOC 22211 – Industrial designers
  67. NOC 22213 – Land survey technologists and technicians
  68. NOC 22214 – Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology
  69. NOC 22230 – Non-destructive testers and inspectors
  70. NOC 22231 – Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers
  71. NOC 22300 – Civil engineering technologists and technicians
  72. NOC 22302 – Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians
  73. NOC 22312 – Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics
  74. NOC 22313 – Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors
  75. NOC 40010 – Government managers – health and social policy development and program administration
  76. NOC 40011 – Government managers – economic analysis, policy development and program administration
  77. NOC 40012 – Government managers – education policy development and program administration
  78. NOC 40019 – Other managers in public administration
  79. NOC 40020 – Administrators – post-secondary education and vocational training
  80. NOC 40021 – School principals and administrators of elementary and secondary education
  81. NOC 40030 – Managers in social, community and correctional services
  82. NOC 41200 – University professors and lecturers
  83. NOC 41300 – Social workers
  84. NOC 41302 – Ecclesiastical occupations
  85. NOC 41401 – Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts
  86. NOC 42201 – Social and community service workers
  87. NOC 42202 – Early childhood educators and assistants
  88. NOC 42203 – Instructors of persons with disabilities
  89. NOC 43200 – Sheriffs and bailiffs
  90. NOC 43201 – Correctional service officers
  91. NOC 43202 – By-law enforcement and other regulatory officers
  92. NOC 51120 – Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations
  93. NOC 52119 – Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts
  94. NOC 52120 – Graphic designers and illustrators
  95. NOC 80010 – Managers in natural resources production and fishing
  96. NOC 80020 – Managers in agriculture
  97. NOC 80021 – Managers in horticulture
  98. NOC 80022 – Managers in aquaculture
  99. NOC 82020 – Supervisors, mining and quarrying
  100. NOC 82021 – Contractors and supervisors, oil and gas drilling and services
  101. NOC 82031 – Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services
  102. NOC 83100 – Underground production and development miners
  103. NOC 83101 – Oil and gas well drillers, servicers, testers and related workers
  104. NOC 83110 – Logging machinery operator

See below summary of all OINP draws of 2024:

Stream Number of Invitations Cutoff Score
Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream 4,952 33 and above
Employer Job Offer: International Student stream 6,540 60 and above
Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills stream 265 35 and above
Masters Graduate stream 4,270 50 and above
PhD Graduate stream 339 42 and above
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August 2, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On July 25, 2024, the latest Quebec Arrima draw issued 1,560 invitations for permanent residency applications. These invitations were extended under the Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP), aiming to attract skilled workers to the province.

The specifics of this Quebec Arrima draw were made public by the Minister of Immigration, Francization, and Integration (MIFI). This official announcement provided crucial information regarding the selection process and the number of invitations distributed.

The publication date of these details was August 1, 2024. By releasing this information, MIFI ensures transparency and keeps prospective applicants informed about the latest developments in the immigration process.

Arrima profiles that were valid as of July 22, 2024 were taken into consideration for this draw, provided they met the following criteria:

  • Level 7 oral proficiency (or higher) in French or its equivalent
  • A score equal to or greater than 579 points with occupation listed below:
  1. 0213 Computer and information systems managers
  2. 2131 Civil engineers
  3. 2132 Mechanical engineers
  4. 2133 Electrical and electronics engineers
  5. 2141 Industrial and manufacturing engineers
  6. 2147 Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
  7. 2171 Information systems analysts and consultants
  8. 2172 Database analysts and data administrators
  9. 2173 Software engineers and designers
  10. 2174 Computer programmers and interactive media developers
  11. 2175 Web designers and developers
  12. 2231 Civil engineering technologists and technicians
  13. 2232 Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians
  14. 2233 Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians
  15. 2241 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians
  16. 2281 Computer network technicians
  17. 2282 User support technicians
  18. 2283 Information systems testing technicians
  19. 3012 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
  20. 3233 Licensed practical nurses
  21. 3413 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
  22. 4031 Secondary school teachers
  23. 4032 Elementary school and kindergarten teachers
  24. 4214 Early childhood educators and assistants
  25. 5223 Graphics technicians
  26. 5225 Audio and video recording technicians
  27. 5241 Graphic designers and illustrators

Individuals with a valid job offer outside the territory of the Communauté métropolitaine de Montréal were also addressed by these invitations.

See below all Quebec Arrima draws of 2024

Date Number of Invitations Cut-off score Notes
July 25, 2024 1,560 579 Targeted draw for 27 occupations.
June 27, 2024 1,528 581 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
June 20, 2024 1,470 585 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
June 6, 2024 1,281 587 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
May 30, 2024 1,441 591 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
May 23, 2024 1,350 593 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
April 25, 2024 1,415 598 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
April 11, 2024 1,036 536 and 606 Two targeted draws for 47 occupations
March 21, 2024 1,357 596 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
March 7, 2024 1,136 603 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
February 22, 2024 1,007 608 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
February 8, 2024 1,034 613 General draw with level 7 oral French proficiency
January 24, 2024 1,007 I’m Targeted draw for 28 occupations for individuals with level 7 in oral French proficiency
Total 12,064

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August 1, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

In an Express Entry draw announced on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, IRCC invited 5,000 candidates to apply for permanent residency. This brings the total number of invitations issued for Canada Express Entry this week to 5,964, including the 964 candidates invited at the beginning of the week.

The latest Express Entry draw targeted all candidates in the pool with a CRS score of 686 or higher.

See below details of the Express Entry draws this week

Specifics July 31 July 30
Category Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations 5,000 964
CRS Cutoff 510 686
Tie-breaking rule June 30, 2024 May 27, 2024

See below latest CRS Score distribution in the pool

CRS score range Number of candidates
601-1200 105
501-600 12,455
451-500 60,511
491-500 10,172
481-490 12,015
471-480 14,994
461-470 12,656
451-460 10,674
401-450 51,969
441-450 10,137
431-440 11,183
421-430 9,798
411-420 10,506
401-410 10,345
351-400 54,320
301-350 25,553
0-300 5,608
Total 210,521

See below all Express Entry Draws in 2024

Date Round type Invitations issued CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited
July 30, 2024 Provincial Nominee Program 964 686
July 18, 2024 French language proficiency (Version 1) 1,800 400
July 17, 2024 Canadian Experience Class 6,300 515
July 16, 2024 Provincial Nominee Program 1,391 670
July 8, 2024 French language proficiency (Version 1) 3,200 420
July 5, 2024 Healthcare occupations (Version 1) 3,750 445
July 4, 2024 Trade occupations (Version 1) 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 3,000 522
May 30, 2024 Provincial Nominee Program 2,985 676
April 24, 2024 French language proficiency (Version 1) 1,400 410
April 23, 2024 General 2,095 529
April 11, 2024 STEM occupations (Version 1) 4,500 491
April 10, 2024 General 1,280 549
March 26, 2024 French language proficiency (Version 1) 1,500 388
March 25, 2024 General 1,980 524
March 13, 2024 Transport occupations (Version 1) 975 430
March 12, 2024 General 2,850 525
February 29, 2024 French language proficiency (Version 1) 2,500 336
February 28, 2024 General 1,470 534
February 16, 2024 Agriculture and agri-food occupations (Version 1) 150 437
February 14, 2024 Healthcare occupations (Version 1) 3,500 422
February 13, 2024 General 1,490 535
February 1, 2024 French language proficiency (Version 1) 7,000 365
January 31, 2024 General 730 541
January 23, 2024 General 1,040 543
January 10, 2024 General 1,510 546

Selected candidates now have 60 days to send a complete application for permanent residency to IRCC. Currently, IRCC processes Express Entry applications in about 5 months on average.

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