IRCC Issues 676 ITAs in the Latest PNP-Focused Express Entry Draw

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-specific Express Entry draw on December 2, issuing 676 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 705 to be selected.

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Key Highlights of the Latest Draw

• Draw Date: 2nd December 2024
• Draw Type: Provincial Nominee Program
• Number of ITAs Issued: 676
• Minimum CRS Score: 705

This draw follows a November marked by six rounds of invitations, resulting in 5,507 ITAs issued across various streams, including Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and French language proficiency categories. The trends highlight Canada’s emphasis on meeting labor market needs and increasing Francophone immigration as part of its strategic goals for 2025 and beyond.

Express Entry remains a vital pathway for Canadian permanent residency, with opportunities for skilled workers in targeted fields to maximize their CRS scores through provincial nominations or category-based selections.

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