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IRCC Conducts Third Express Entry Draw of the Month, Issuing 1,085 ITAs

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IRCC Conducts Third Express Entry Draw of the Month, Issuing 1,085 ITAs

Express Entry Draw of the Month

IRCC Conducts Third Express Entry Draw of the Month, Issuing 1,085 ITAs

Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2024
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its first Express Entry draw of the week, marking a strong continuation of the immigration momentum as the year progresses. On December 16, IRCC issued 1,085 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-only draw. To qualify, candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 727.
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Details Of The Draw: December 16, 2024

Total ITAs issued: 1,085

Type of draw: Provincial Nominee Program

CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 727

Tie-breaking rule: September 18, 2024 at 13:39:10 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.

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Recent Trends in Express Entry Draws

The latest draw underscores a recurring trend observed in recent months: IRCC alternates between program-specific draws and category-based selections. This week’s PNP draw follows two earlier rounds of invitations in December: a PNP-specific draw on December 2 and a French language proficiency draw on December 3. The focus on diverse programs aligns with Canada’s broader immigration goals.

In November alone, IRCC held six Express Entry draws, cumulatively issuing 5,507 ITAs for permanent residency. These numbers reflect Canada’s continued emphasis on attracting skilled workers through targeted programs.

Express Entry Focus for 2025-2027

Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027 has solidified the government’s commitment to prioritizing candidates already within Canada, particularly those in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and other regional pathways. The “In-Canada” focus category is expected to allocate 82,980 permanent resident (PR) admissions in 2025, representing more than 40% of the overall planned immigration targets.

This strategic shift is intended to support Canada’s labor market needs while addressing regional demographic gaps. Alongside CEC candidates, other pathways such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and Express Entry-aligned PNP streams are anticipated to play a significant role in upcoming draws.

Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2024

Below is an updated summary of Express Entry results from 2024, showing the diversity of programs and minimum CRS scores.
Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Minimum CRS
December 16 Provincial Nominee Program 1,085 727
December 03 French language proficienc 800 466
December 02 Provincial Nominee Program 676 705
November 20 Healthcare occupations 3000 463
November 19 Canadian Experience Class 400 539
November 18 Provincial Nominee Program 174 816
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
The table reflects the diversity of draws conducted this year, ensuring opportunities for candidates across various streams.

Express Entry Draw Reports

Understanding Express Entry: How It Works

Express Entry is Canada’s flagship system for managing applications for three key economic immigration programs:

Additionally, Express Entry aligns with certain Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), allowing provinces to nominate candidates for permanent residency through an enhanced PNP process.

Candidates are evaluated using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), which scores factors such as age, education, work experience, and language proficiency. Candidates with provincial nominations receive 600 additional CRS points, significantly boosting their chances of receiving an ITA.

Category-Based Selection: A New Focus

To address labor market needs, IRCC has introduced category-based selections in Express Entry draws. These categories target candidates with specific skills, occupations, or language abilities, such as:

Notably, CRS cut-offs in category-based draws tend to be lower than general or program-specific draws, increasing opportunities for targeted candidates to secure ITAs.

What Lies Ahead

As Canada pursues ambitious immigration targets for 2025 and beyond, Express Entry will continue to evolve, focusing on flexibility and targeted pathways to attract skilled talent. Candidates are encouraged to monitor draw patterns closely and ensure their profiles are optimized to maximize their CRS scores.

For candidates exploring Canadian immigration, programs like Express Entry offer unparalleled opportunities to achieve permanent residency and contribute to Canada’s dynamic economy and diverse communities.

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