On October 7, 2024, the latest Express Entry round brought big news for skilled immigrants hoping to become permanent residents in Canada. In this round, 1,613 invitations to apply were issued under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), with the lowest CRS score being 743. Candidates who had submitted their profiles on or before March 22, 2024, were selected under the tie-breaking rule.
This Express Entry round shows Canada’s continued commitment to attracting highly skilled workers through its Provincial Nominee Program. PNP offers provinces and territories the opportunity to nominate candidates who meet their specific labor needs, ensuring a mutually beneficial relationship between skilled immigrants and the local economy.
Key Round Highlights:
- Date & Time: October 7, 2024, 15:02:50 UTC
- Number of Invitations Issued: 1,613
- CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate: 743
- Tie-Breaking Rule: March 22, 2024, 18:36:54 UTC
What is the Express Entry System?
The Express Entry system is the Canadian government's way of managing immigration applications for those who want to settle in Canada as skilled workers. It includes various streams such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canadian Experience Class, along with the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
How Does the System Work?
- Candidates submit their profiles to the Express Entry pool.
- Every few weeks, the system conducts rounds of invitations.
- Based on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, candidates receive invitations to apply for permanent residence.
Who Was Selected in This Round?
In this round, Provincial Nominee Program applicants were invited. To be eligible, candidates had to secure a nomination from a Canadian province or territory. This automatically adds 600 points to their CRS score, significantly boosting their chances of receiving an invitation.
CRS Score Breakdown:
Here’s how the CRS score distribution looks for candidates currently in the Express Entry pool as of October 7, 2024:
- 601-1200 CRS Score: 1,656 candidates
- 501-600 CRS Score: 11,800 candidates
- 451-500 CRS Score: 62,853 candidates
This data shows that while higher scores dominate the invitation rounds, there are still tens of thousands of candidates in the pool across various score ranges.
What to Expect Next?
For those invited, the next step is to submit an application for permanent residence. For others still waiting, this data serves as a reminder to improve their CRS scores, either through language tests, obtaining a provincial nomination, or gaining additional work experience.
Additional Fact:
Since its inception in 2015, the Express Entry system has been a fast and efficient way to bring skilled workers to Canada. It is considered one of the most effective immigration systems globally, consistently processing applications in six months or less.
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