On July 8, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its fourth Express Entry draw of the month, focusing on candidates with French language proficiency. This category-based selection draw resulted in 3,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) being issued to eligible candidates.
Key Details of the Latest Targeted Express Entry Draw
- Express Entry Round: #302
- Draw Type: Targeted for French Language Proficiency
- Draw Date: July 8, 2024
- CRS Cut-off Score: 420
- No. of invitations: 3,200
- Tie-breaking rule: May 30, 2024
Targeted Express Entry for French Language
The Targeted Express Entry for French-speaking immigrants is a distinct category-based selection criteria. For all categories except French language proficiency, candidates must have at least six months of relevant work experience in an eligible National Occupation Classification (NOC) code.
For the French language proficiency category, candidates must achieve a minimum score of 7 in reading, writing, speaking, and listening on the Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens test.
Recent Express Entry Activity
This draw caps off a busy week for Express Entry, following three draws held between July 2-5:
July 2: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw
- 920 ITAs issued
- Minimum CRS score: 739
July 4: Category-based draw for trade occupations
- 1,800 ITAs issued
- Minimum CRS score: 436
July 5: Category-based draw for healthcare occupations
- 3,750 ITAs issued
- Minimum CRS score: 445
| Date | Draw Type | Invitations | CRS Cut-off Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2025 | French language proficiency (Version 1) | 4,500 | 410 |
| March 3, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 667 |
| February 19, 2025 | French language proficiency (Version 1) | 6,500 | 428 |
| February 17, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 646 | 750 |
| February 5, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 521 |
| February 4, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
| January 23, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
| January 8, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
| January 7, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
Ready to Apply for Express Entry?
Book a ConsultationUnderstanding Category-Based Selection
Introduced in 2023, category-based selection draws allow IRCC to target candidates who can address specific workforce gaps. The six current categories are:
- Healthcare occupations
- STEM professions
- Trades occupations
- Transport occupations
- Agriculture and agri-food occupations
- French language proficiency
Candidates must also meet all the eligibility requirements for one of the three economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class, or the Federal Skilled Trades Program.
If you’re considering immigrating to Canada through Express Entry, it’s crucial to:
- Determine which category you might qualify for
- Ensure your Express Entry profile is up-to-date
- Improve your CRS score where possible
- Stay informed about upcoming draws and changing immigration policies
For personalized advice on your immigration journey, consider consulting with our team of regulated Canadian immigration consultants.
Need Help with Category-Based Targeted Express Entry?
French-proficient candidates are invited based on their language skills, regardless of their CRS score. The program considers relevant work experience in specified categories. Our team provides comprehensive support to eligible French-speaking applicants, from initial profile submission through to personalized consultations with a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC).
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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