3 New Express Entry Draws This Week Sent 1,933 PR Invitations

Last Updated On 15 November 2024, 10:23 PM EST (Toronto Time)

The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has just conducted the third Express Entry draw of November sending out 800 invitations to apply for permanent residency.

This draw targeted profiles with Level 7 in proficiency in French language and a comprehensive ranking system (CRS) score of 478 or above.

Previously on November 13, IRCC sent out only 400 ITAs for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates with CRS score of 547 or above.

The comprehensive ranking system (CRS) cutoff score increased by 8 points as compared to the previous CEC draw on October 22.

Also on November 12, 733 invitations were sent targeting candidates from all Express Entry categories, having a provincial nomination from one of the Canadian provinces and a comprehensive ranking system (CRS) score of 812 or above.

The CRS cutoff score jumped up by 21 points as compared to previous PNP-only round of invitations on October 21, 2024.

Below are the details of the Express Entry draw this 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 at 13:12:03 UTC	April 10, 2024 at 03:58:05 UTC	March 02, 2024 at 01:58:34 UTC

CRS Score Distribution In The Pool: 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

Canadian Immigration “In-Canada Focus”

The Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027 reflects Canada’s evolving immigration priorities with an increased “in-Canada focus.”

This approach emphasizes pathways and policies that favour candidates already in Canada, particularly temporary residents who are seeking to transition to permanent residency.

The focus is part of broader immigration strategy to address ongoing labour shortages, support economic growth, and promote integration by providing established residents with smoother pathways to stay permanently.

Transitioning Temporary Residents to Permanent Status: Recognizing the skills and contributions of international students, temporary foreign workers, and other temporary residents, the 2025-2027 plan is expected to increase allocations for programs like the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry.

These programs prioritize individuals with Canadian work experience or education, which positions them well for quick integration into the workforce and society.

By focusing on those already inside Canada, the plan supports essential sectors facing labor shortages, such as healthcare, technology, construction, and manufacturing.

The “In-Canada focus” ensures that these individuals can transition smoothly, filling critical roles without requiring additional settlement or orientation support.

Express Entry Rounds Of Invitations In October 2024

Specifics	October 23, 2024	October 22	October 21	October 10	October 9	October 7
Category	Targeted draw of 10 trade occupations	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	Provincial Nominee Program	Level 7 in French	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations	1,800	400	648	1,000	500	1,613
CRS Cutoff	433	539	791	444	539	743
Tie-breaking rule	March 12, 2024 at 14:30:36 UTC	October 19, 2024 at 21:53:18 UTC	August 13, 2024 at 20:04:52 UTC	September 27, 2024 at 18:56:32 UTC	February 20, 2024 at 02:57:40 UTC	March 22, 2024 at 18:36:54 UTC

How do draws for Express Entry operate?

The Express Entry is system used by the Canadian immigration department to handle skilled workers’ applications for permanent residency.

After creating an online profile, candidates are graded according to criteria such as education, work experience, and language proficiency.

The top-scoring applicants are asked to submit an application for permanent residence.

To be eligible for Express Entry, applicants must fulfill the prerequisites for one of the federal economic immigration programs.

Kamal Deep Singh, RCIC

Kamal Deep Singh, RCIC (Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant) licensed by CICC (formerly known as ICCRC) with member number R708618. He brings extensive knowledge of immigration law and new changes to rapidly evolving IRCC.