On October 21, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held an exclusive Express Entry draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. A total of 648 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 791.
Also Read Latest Express Entry Draw Results Out: 648 PNP Candidates Invited
Key Takeaways:
- Number of ITAs: 648
- Draw Type: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- Minimum CRS: 791
- Date: October 21, 2024
Consistent PNP Focus
This draw marks the second PNP-specific event in October, following the October 7 draw, which invited 1,613 candidates with a minimum CRS of 743. Since May 2024, IRCC has been focusing heavily on PNP candidates, with over 12,800 ITAs issued in PNP-only draws.
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