The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has invited 2095 candidates on all Programs Draw with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). cut off of 529.
There have been a total of nine (9) general draws inviting 14,445 candidates, and seven (7) category-based draws with 20,125 invited candidates this year.
What is Express Entry?
The Express Entry provides a pathway to permanent residence for skilled workers in Canada or overseas.
Express Entry manages applications for permanent residence under these federal economic immigration programs:
Provinces and territories can also recruit candidates from Express Entry through their Provincial Nominee Programs to meet local labour market needs.
Types of Express Entry Draws
With today's announcement, We now officially have three types of express entry draws with the category-based draws being the newest.
1. General rounds of invitations: In general rounds of invitations, the focus is on inviting top-ranking candidates from the Express Entry pool who are eligible for one of the three Express Entry programs. These programs include the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the Canadian Experience Class. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for any of these programs have the opportunity to receive an invitation to apply for permanent residence in Canada.
2. Program-specific rounds of invitations: Program-specific rounds of invitations target candidates who are eligible for a specific Express Entry program. For instance, if a round of invitations is specifically designated for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), only candidates who meet the criteria for the PNP will be invited to apply for permanent residence.
3. Category-based rounds of invitations: Category-based rounds of invitations are introduced to fulfil specific economic goals set by the minister. Under this approach, categories are established to address a specific labour market or economic need in Canada. The highest-ranking candidates in the Express Entry pool who are eligible for the identified category will be invited to apply for permanent residence. The category could be based on factors such as skill shortages in specific industries, regional economic priorities, or other targeted goals.
Category-based selection invitations will focus on candidates who have
Strong French language proficiency or
work experience in the following fields:
healthcare
science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) professions
trades, such as carpenters, plumbers, and contractors
transport
agriculture and agri-food
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Applying for Permanent Residence through Express Entry can be a complicated process. Make sure that all information in your application is accurate and up-to-date. Let our team of licensed and experienced consultants work with you as you finalise your applications. Email Ask@infoplacecanada.ca for assistance.
When In doubt, schedule a Permanent residence Consultation with one of our Licensed and Experienced Immigration consultants.