On July 30, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its most recent Express Entry draw, inviting 964 candidates from the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To be considered, candidates needed a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 686.
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Draw Details:
- Date of the draw: 30th July 2024
- ITAs issued: 964
- CRS score range: 686
- Category: Provincial Nominee Program
This was the eighth Express Entry draw of a busy July, marked by alternating between program-specific and category-based draws. Notably, this month saw significant ITAs for candidates with French language skills, totaling 5,000 across two draws. Additionally, 3,750 ITAs were issued to healthcare professionals on July 5 and 1,800 to trade occupation candidates on July 4.
The trend of program-specific draws resumed on May 30, following a one-year break, aligning with IRCC’s goal to increase domestic selections. This year, IRCC has aimed to balance the number of temporary residents while meeting its permanent residency targets as part of the Immigration Levels Plan.
Summary of Recent Express Entry Draws:
- July 30: PNP – 964 ITAs, CRS 686
- July 18: French language – 1,800 ITAs, CRS 400
- July 17: Canadian Experience Class – 6,300 ITAs, CRS 515
- July 16: PNP – 1,391 ITAs, CRS 670
- July 5: Healthcare occupations – 3,750 ITAs, CRS 445
- July 4: Trade occupations – 1,800 ITAs, CRS 436
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