7,000 French-Speaking Candidates Invited in Latest Express Entry Draw with Low CRS Threshold

Maple News reports that on July 27, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 1,031 invitations to immigration candidates through the Express Entry system. These candidates were targeted under the Human Capital Priorities Stream, which links directly to the federal Express Entry program—a major pathway for skilled workers seeking permanent […]

In a significant move, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended invitations to apply (ITAs) to 3,200 candidates in a category-based Express Entry draw focused on French language proficiency. This marks the fourth Express Entry draw this month, highlighting the growing emphasis on attracting French-speaking immigrants to Canada. To […]

According to Maple News, candidates applying for Canadian permanent residence via the Express Entry system may significantly improve their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores by leveraging foreign work experience — particularly when combined with strong language skills and Canadian work experience. Foreign work experience is evaluated under the CRS’s skill […]