Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its third Express Entry draw of the week on July 18th, specifically targeting candidates proficient in French.
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A total of 1,800 invitations to apply (ITAs) were issued under the French Language Proficiency category, with candidates needing a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 400 to qualify. This draw marks the seventh of the month, highlighting a robust period for IRCC’s Express Entry program in 2024.
Details of the draw:
- Date of the draw: 18th July 2024
- ITAs issued: 1,800
- CRS cutoff: 400
- Category: French Language Proficiency
The recent draw’s CRS cutoff of 400 is notably low compared to previous draws this year, indicating IRCC’s ongoing efforts to attract skilled French-speaking immigrants to support Canada’s bilingualism goals. Earlier in the week, IRCC also conducted a draw for Canadian Experience Class candidates, setting a record-low CRS score of 515 for that specific program.
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In total, IRCC has issued 19,161 ITAs across seven distinct draws this month alone, underscoring a busy and dynamic period for Canada’s immigration system.
