IRCC conducted its third Express Entry draw this week on February 16, inviting 150 candidates in the agriculture and agri-food occupations category. Applicants needed a minimum CRS score of 437. Earlier draws this week included a general draw on February 13, where 1,490 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 535 received ITAs.
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On February 14, 3,500 candidates were invited to a healthcare occupations draw with a minimum CRS score of 422. Additionally, a category-based selection draw on February 1 invited 7,000 candidates with strong French language proficiency.
Summary of Express Entry draws results in 2024:
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Minimum CRS |
| February 16 | Agriculture and agri-food occupations | 150 | 437 |
| February 14 | Healthcare occupations | 3,500 | 422 |
| February 13 | General | 1,490 | 535 |
| February 1 | French language proficiency | 7,000 | 365 |
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Category-based selection, introduced in May 2023, involves six categories targeting specific attributes, including proficiency in the French language and occupation-based criteria such as healthcare, STEM professions, trades, transport, and agriculture and agri-food. Candidates eligible for Express Entry programs are considered for category-based selection, aligning with critical gaps in Canada’s labor force.
