Third Express Entry Draw Of The Week Sent 150 PR Invitations

Last Updated On 24 August 2024, 2:56 AM EDT (Toronto Time)

The Canadian immigration landscape is abuzz with the recent developments in the Express Entry system.

In the third Express Entry draw of the week today, IRCC sent out only 150 invitations to apply (ITAs) in an agriculture and agri-food occupations targeted round of invitations.

The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff score was 437.

Previously, an Express Entry draw on February 15 sent out 3,500 invitations to apply (ITAs) in a healthcare targeted round of invitations.

The CRS cutoff score was 422.

Also on February 13, 1,490 lucky individuals received invitations to apply (ITAs) for Canadian permanent residency (PR) in a general draw.

The general draw, like others, was conducted based on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), with a minimum score requirement of 535 or higher.

Here is a summary of the Express Entry draw:

Description	February 16, 2024	February 14, 2024	February 13, 2024
Draw type	Agriculture and agri-food occupations	Healthcare occupations	General
Invitations	150	3,500	1,490
CRS Cutoff	437	422	535
Tie-breaking rule	January 29, 2024 at 03:32:58 UTC	January 30, 2024 at 02:39:54 UTC	February 11, 2024 at 15:26:56 UTC

Express Entry draw this week

Tie-breaking in the Express Entry system is crucial when multiple candidates share the same CRS score.

The day and time of their profile submission determine the cutoff. This mechanism ensures a fair and transparent selection process.

Previous Express Entry Draws in 2024

Date	Round type	Invitations issued	CRS score cutoff
February 1, 2024	French language proficiency (2023-1)	7,000	365
January 31, 2024	General	730	541
January 23, 2024	General	1,040	543
January 10, 2024	General	1,510	546

Express Entry Draws 2024

The immigration landscape is dynamic, and applicants are always on the lookout for the latest updates.

In the previous draw on February 1, 2024, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 7,000 ITAs in a targeted draw for individuals with high proficiency in French.

That draw considered profiles with a CRS score of 365 or above. For a comprehensive overview of the first general Express Entry draw today, 2024, interested individuals can refer to the official documentation.

The CRS draw’s score distribution reflects the diverse pool of candidates:

CRS score range	Number of candidates
601-1200	587
501-600	9,004
451-500	60,043
491-500	7,285
481-490	10,016
471-480	17,431
461-470	13,750
451-460	11,561
401-450	51,356
441-450	10,514
431-440	10,752
421-430	9,445
411-420	10,283
401-410	10,362
351-400	55,850
301-350	29,141
0-300	5,292
Total	211,273

Express Entry CRS Score Distribution in the pool

The total number of candidates in the Express Entry pool reached 211,273, showcasing the competitiveness of the Express Entry system.

Express Entry has evolved over the years, introducing targeted draws to address specific skill shortages in Canada.

In May 2023, the IRCC announced its intention to conduct invitation rounds targeting individuals with in-demand skills.

These skills are deemed beneficial to Canada’s workforce and economy.

One of the notable categories is for Express Entry candidates showcasing proficiency in the French language.

The remaining five categories focus on candidates with work experience in industries facing workforce shortages, such as technology.

The targeted draws contribute to the Federal High Skilled (Express Entry) worker targets outlined in the Immigration Levels Plan.

Canada aims to admit up to 114,000 new permanent residents annually through Express Entry by the end of 2025.

What is Express Entry?

Express Entry, as an application management system, encompasses three major economic immigration programs: the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), and the Federal Skilled Trades (FSTP).

The Comprehensive Ranking System evaluates candidates based on human capital variables, including work experience, language proficiency, education, age, and occupation.

As Canada continues to welcome skilled immigrants through Express Entry, the system remains a beacon for those seeking to make Canada their permanent home.

This draw signals opportunities for skilled individuals to contribute to Canada’s diverse and thriving communities. Stay tuned for more updates as the Express Entry journey unfolds.

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.