Express Entry: Your gateway to Canada

Are you dreaming of starting a new chapter in your life in the breathtaking landscapes and culturally diverse cities of Canada? Canada is looking for skilled workers to help grow the economy and enhance the country’s culture, Express Entry system, your key to unlocking the doors to Canada.

Express Entry offers a straightforward pathway to permanent residency. In this article, we’ll take you through the journey of Express Entry, from understanding the basics to successfully navigating the application process.

• Understanding Express Entry:

Express Entry is an online system managed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to manage applications for permanent residence.

It covers three main immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the Canadian Experience Class.

• Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible, you must meet certain criteria such as age, language proficiency, education, and work experience.

Applicants are assessed based on a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), which assigns points for various factors like age, education, work experience, language skills, and adaptability.

• Express Entry Pool:

Qualified candidates create an Express Entry profile, entering the pool of candidates. Profiles remain in the pool for up to 12 months or until they receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.

• Ranking and Selection:

Regular draws are held from the pool, and candidates with the highest CRS scores are invited to apply for permanent residence.

The CRS cutoff score is determined by the number of invitations issued and the quality of candidates in the pool.

• Application Process:

Upon receiving an ITA, candidates have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence.

This includes providing supporting documents such as language test results, educational credentials assessment, and proof of funds.

• Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs):

Some provinces and territories have their own Express Entry streams, allowing them to nominate candidates who meet their specific labor market needs.

Obtaining a provincial nomination can significantly boost your CRS score and increase your chances of receiving an ITA.

• Benefits of Express Entry:

• Express Entry applications are processed within six months on average.
• The online system makes it convenient for applicants to submit their profiles and track the status of their application.
• Candidates can improve their CRS scores over time by enhancing their language skills, gaining more work experience, or obtaining a provincial nomination.

Embarking on the Express Entry journey can be both exciting and rewarding. By understanding the process and diligently preparing your application, you can increase your chances of receiving an ITA and making your Canadian dream a reality. So, why wait? Take the first step and consult with Career Plus Immigration professionals today for a brighter future through Express Entry!

Express Entry Draws: 2024

Draw Number	Minimum CRS Score Required	Date of Draw	Number of ITAs Issued
295	410 (*French language proficiency only)	April 24, 2024	1,400
295	410 (*French language proficiency only)	April 24, 2024	1,400
294	529 (General)	April 23, 2024	2,095
293	491 (*STEM occupations only)	April 11, 2024	4,500
292	549 (General)	April 10, 2024	1,280
291	338 (*French language proficiency only)	March 26, 2024	1,500
290	524 (General)	March 25, 2024	1,980
289	430 (*Transport occupations only)	March 13, 2024	975
288	525 (General)	March 12, 2024	2,850
287	336 (*French language proficiency only)	February 29, 2024	2,500
286	534 (General)	February 28, 2024	1,470
285	437 (*Agriculture and Agri-Food occupations only)	February 16, 2024	150
284	422 (*Healthcare occupations only)	February 14, 2024	3,500
283	535 (General)	February 13, 2024	1,490
282	365 (*French language proficiency only)	February 1, 2024	7,000
281	541 (General)	January 31, 2024	730
280	543 (General)	January 23, 2024	1,040