Latest canada express entry news

Here are the latest updates on Canada's Express Entry program:

Recent Changes:

  1. Express Entry Draw #234: On March 3, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held an Express Entry draw, issuing 5,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 533 or higher.
  2. New Express Entry Stream for French-Speaking Candidates: In February 2023, IRCC launched a new Express Entry stream for French-speaking candidates, aimed at attracting more skilled workers to Canada. This stream is part of the French-Speaking Skilled Worker Pilot Program.
  3. Changes to the Express Entry Program: In January 2023, IRCC announced changes to the Express Entry program, including the introduction of a new "Express Entry Pool" and the elimination of the "Express Entry Queue" system.

Upcoming Changes:

  1. Express Entry Draw #235: The next Express Entry draw is expected to take place in late March 2023, with a potential issuance of 5,500 ITAs.
  2. New Express Entry Stream for International Students: IRCC is expected to launch a new Express Entry stream for international students who have completed their studies in Canada. This stream is part of the International Student Pilot Program.

Recent Express Entry Draws:

  1. Express Entry Draw #233: On February 16, 2023, IRCC held an Express Entry draw, issuing 5,500 ITAs to candidates with a CRS score of 517 or higher.
  2. Express Entry Draw #232: On January 26, 2023, IRCC held an Express Entry draw, issuing 5,500 ITAs to candidates with a CRS score of 504 or higher.

Express Entry Program Overview:

The Express Entry program is a points-based system that manages applications for permanent residence from skilled workers. The program is designed to select candidates who are most likely to succeed in Canada and contribute to the country's economy.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for Express Entry, candidates must:

  1. Have a minimum of one year of continuous full-time or equivalent part-time work experience in a skilled occupation.
  2. Have a minimum language proficiency of CLB 7 in English or French.
  3. Have a minimum education level of a Canadian high school diploma or equivalent.
  4. Have a valid job offer or be eligible for a job offer in a skilled occupation.
  5. Meet the requirements of one of the three Express Entry streams: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, or the Canadian Experience Class.

How to Apply:

To apply for Express Entry, candidates must create an online profile and submit their application through the IRCC website. Candidates are then entered into the Express Entry pool and may be selected for an ITA in a future draw.

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