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Express Entry Latest Draw for French Language Proficiency

By 10 October 2024No Comments

On October 10, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted an Express Entry draw focusing on candidates with French language proficiency. This category-based selection draw resulted in 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) being issued to eligible candidates.

Key Details of the Latest Targeted Express Entry Draw

  • Express Entry Round: #318
  • Draw Type: Targeted for French Language Proficiency
  • Draw Date: October 10, 2024
  • CRS Cut-off Score: 444
  • No. of invitations: 1,000
  • Tie-breaking rule: September 27, 2024

Targeted Express Entry for French Language Proficiency

Targeted Express Entry for French-speaking immigrants is a special category within the Express Entry system. It focuses on individuals who are fluent in French and want to immigrate to Canada.

To qualify for this category, applicants must prove their French language skills by scoring at least 7 in all four language skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening) on the official French language test. This is different from other categories, which require candidates to have at least six months of work experience in a specific job category.

Recent Express Entry Activity

This draw marked the third Express Entry draw of the week:

October 9, 2024: Invited 500 candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) with a minimum score of 539.

Earlier Draws: On October 8, IRCC invited 1,613 Express Entry candidates with Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nominations requiring a minimum score of 743.

Prior to this week, the last draw occurred on September 19, inviting 4,000 candidates from the CEC with a minimum CRS score of 509. Notably, IRCC has decreased the frequency of category-based selection draws recently; the last draw for any category other than French language proficiency was for healthcare occupations on July 5.

DateDraw TypeInvitationsCRS Cut-off Score
November 20, 2024Healthcare occupations3,000463
November 19, 2024Canadian Experience Class400539
November 18, 2024Provincial Nominee Program174816
November 15, 2024French language proficiency (Version 1)800478
November 13, 2024Canadian Experience Class400547
November 12, 2024Provincial Nominee Program733812
October 23, 2024Trade occupations (Version 1)1,800433
October 22, 2024Canadian Experience Class400539
October 21, 2024Provincial Nominee Program648791
October 10, 2024French language proficiency (Version 1)1,000444
October 10, 2024French language proficiency (Version 1)1,000444
October 9, 2024Canadian Experience Class500539
October 7, 2024Provincial Nominee Program1,613743
September 19, 2024Canadian Experience Class4,000509
September 13, 2024French language proficiency (Version 1)1,000446
September 9, 2024Provincial Nominee Program911732
August 27, 2024Canadian Experience Class3,300507
August 26, 2024Provincial Nominee Program1,121694
August 15, 2024French language proficiency (Version 1)2,000394
August 14, 2024Canadian Experience Class3,200509
August 13, 2024Provincial Nominee Program763690
July 31, 2024Canadian Experience Class5,000510
July 30, 2024Provincial Nominee Program964686
July 18, 2024French language proficiency (Version 1)1,800400
July 17, 2024Canadian Experience Class6,300515
July 16, 2024Provincial Nominee Program1,391670
July 8, 2024French language proficiency (Version 1)3,200420
July 5, 2024Healthcare occupations (Version 1)3,750445
April 24, 2024French language proficiency (2024-1)1,400410
April 11, 2024STEM occupations (2024-1)4,500491
April 10, 2024General1,280549
March 26, 2024French language proficiency (2024-1)1,500388
February 29, 2024 French language proficiency2,500336
February 16, 2024 Agriculture and agri-food occupations150437
February 14, 2024Healthcare occupations3,500422
February 1, 2024French language proficiency7,000365
December 21, 2023Agriculture and agri-food occupations400386
December 20, 2023Transport Occupations670435
December 19, 2023Trade occupations1,000425
December 8, 2023STEM occupations5,900481
December 7, 2023French language proficiency1000470
October 26, 2023Health Occupations3,600431
October 25, 2023French language proficiency300486
September 28, 2023Agriculture and agri-food occupations600354
September 27, 2023French language proficiency500472
September 20, 2023Transport Occupations1,000435
August 3, 2023Trade Occupations1,500388
August 2, 2023French Language Proficiency800435
July 12, 2023French Language Proficiency3,800375
July 7, 2023French Language Proficiency2,300439
July 6, 2023Health Occupations1,500463
July 5, 2023STEM Occupations500486
June 28, 2023Health Occupations500476
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Understanding Category-Based Selection

Introduced in 2023, category-based selection draws allow Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to prioritize candidates who possess skills that are in high demand within specific sectors of the Canadian economy. This targeted approach aims to address workforce shortages and ensure that the immigration system aligns with the country’s economic needs.

  • Healthcare occupations
  • STEM professions
  • Trades occupations
  • Transport occupations
  • Agriculture and agri-food occupations
  • French language proficiency

In addition to meeting the requirements of one of these categories, candidates must also fulfill all the eligibility criteria for one of the three economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class, or the Federal Skilled Trades Program.

Need Help with Category-Based Targeted Express Entry?

Our team of immigration experts offers comprehensive support to eligible French-speaking applicants throughout the immigration process. From initial profile submission to personalized consultations with a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC), we provide guidance and assistance at every step.

Reach out to our team to explore this exciting opportunity. Schedule a one-on-one Zoom appointment with an RCIC to discuss your case.

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