Canada Holds New Express Entry Draw, Inviting 800 French-Speaking Candidates

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Canada Holds New Express Entry Draw, Inviting 800 French-Speaking Candidates

On November 15, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a targeted Express Entry draw, issuing 800 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with strong French language proficiency. With a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 478, this draw reflects Canada’s ongoing efforts to bolster French-speaking immigration outside Quebec.

Details of the draw: November 15, 2024

Number of ITAs: 800
Type of draw: French language proficiency (Version 1)
Date and time of round: November 15, 2024 at 13:37:27 UTC
CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 478
Tie-breaking rule: November 07, 2024 at 13:12:03 UTC

If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off is based on the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles.

This draw continues Canada’s commitment to supporting bilingualism and addressing linguistic diversity in provinces outside Quebec. It is part of a broader initiative under the Immigration Levels Plan to welcome more French-speaking newcomers and strengthen the economic and cultural fabric of communities nationwide.

The Role of French-Speaking Immigration

Canada has been prioritizing French-speaking immigrants in recent years to ensure linguistic balance and meet economic and demographic needs. These candidates are often well-suited for regions facing labor shortages and can contribute to maintaining French-speaking communities outside Quebec.

Key benefits for French-speaking candidates include additional CRS points for language proficiency, increasing their chances of receiving an ITA. With many provinces offering tailored immigration pathways for bilingual candidates, this draw is a significant opportunity for skilled workers with advanced French language skills.

Canada’s 2025 Immigration Vision

This draw aligns with the federal government’s ambitious immigration goals for 2025, where programs like the French Language Proficiency stream are expected to play a critical role. By focusing on linguistic and economic priorities, IRCC aims to attract diverse talent to address workforce needs and support Canada’s bilingual identity.

Preparing for Future Draws

Enhancing French language skills can significantly improve CRS scores for candidates aiming to qualify under this stream. Provinces such as Ontario, Manitoba, and New Brunswick also offer additional opportunities for French-speaking immigrants through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).

The November 15 draw reminds us of the importance of bilingualism in Canada’s immigration strategy. It creates pathways for French-speaking candidates to thrive in communities outside Quebec while contributing to the nation’s growth.

Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2024

Below is a summary of the recent Express Entry draws, highlighting the diversity of categories and the range of minimum CRS scores across different program streams.

Date	Draw Type	Number of ITAs	Minimum CRS
November 15	French language proficiency (Version 1)	800	478
November 13	Canadian Experience Class	400	547
November 12	Provincial Nominee Program	733	812
October 23	Trade occupations (Version 1)	1,800	433
October 22	Canadian Experience Class	400	539
October 21	Provincial Nominee Program	648	791
October 10	French language proficiency (Version 1)	1,000	444
October 9	Canadian Experience Class	500	539
October 7	Provincial Nominee Program	1,613	743
September 19	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	509
September 13	French language proficiency (Version 1)	1,000	446
September 09	Provincial Nominee Program	911	732
August 27	Canadian Experience Class	3,300	507
August 26	Provincial Nominee Program	1,121	694
August 15	French language proficiency (Version 1)	2,000	394
August 14	Canadian Experience Class	3,200	509
August 13	Provincial Nominee Program	763	690
July 31	Canadian Experience Class	5,000	510
July 30	Provincial Nominee Program	964	686
July 18	French language proficiency (Version 1)	1,800	400
July 17	Canadian Experience Class	6,300	515
July 16	latest PNP-only draw	1,391	670
July 8	French language proficiency (Version 1)	3,200	420
July 5	Healthcare occupations Draw (Version 1)	3,750	445
July 4	Trade occupations (Version 1)	1,800	436
July 2	Provincial Nominee Program	920	739
June 19	Provincial Nominee Program	1,499	663
May 31	Canadian Experience Class	3,000	522
May 30	Provincial Nominee Program	2,985	676
April 24	French language proficiency (2024-1)	1,400	410
April 23	New Express Entry- General Category Draw	2,095	529
April 11	STEM Occupations Express Entry Draw	4,500	491
April 10	General Express Entry Draw	1,280	549
March 26	French language proficiency	1500	388
March 25	General Draw	1980	524
March 13	Transport occupations (2024-1)	975	430
March 12	General	2850	525
February 29	French language proficiency (2024-1)	2500	336
February 28	General Draw	1470	534
February 16	Agriculture and agri-food occupations	150	437
February 14	Healthcare Occupations	3500	422
February 13	General	1,490	535
February 1	French language proficiency (2023-1)	7,000	365
January 31	Express Entry General Draw	730	541
January 23	General Second Express Entry Draw Of 2024	1,040	543
January 10	General First Express Entry Draw Of 2024	1,510	546

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