IRCC Issues 1,000 ITAs in September Express Entry Draw for French-Speaking Candidates

On September 13, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 1,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) in a category-based Express Entry draw targeting French-speaking candidates. To be eligible, applicants needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 446. 

Also Read Canada Invites 1,000 French-Speaking Candidates

This is the second Express Entry draw in September, following a busy summer with 14 separate draws in July and August. IRCC continues its trend of frequent draws every two weeks, often focusing on specific categories or the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

Details of the draw:

• Date: 13th September 2024
• Total ITAs: 1,000
• CRS cutoff: 446
• Category: French language proficiency

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