Category: Express Entry

Many prospective immigrants are hesitant to apply for Canadian permanent residency through the Express Entry system after turning 35, primarily due to the loss of Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points related to age. However, with a strategic approach, candidates over 35 can still improve their chances of receiving an Invitation […]

In a significant move, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 2,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) in its latest Express Entry draw, specifically targeting candidates with proficiency in the French language. This draw required candidates to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 394. This marks the third […]

A recent report from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals that immigrants who enter Canada through the Express Entry system experience significant growth in their employment income within their first five years. According to the 2023 Year-End Express Entry report, newcomers admitted through this program tend to outperform their […]

In a recent Express Entry draw, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 3,300 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. Applicants required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 507 to qualify. This draw followed another one just a day earlier, where 1,121 candidates from […]

As of September 2024, Canada’s Express Entry system continues to evolve, reflecting the country’s shifting priorities in immigration. After a record-breaking number of draws in July, August maintained momentum with several key updates, including notable changes in the composition of candidates receiving Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence (PR). […]

In the most recent round of Express Entry, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates demonstrating proficiency in the French language. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for consideration was 446. This marks the second Express Entry draw of the month, […]

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the most recent Express Entry draw, exclusively targeting Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this draw was 509. This draw marks the third of the month, following two […]

Maple News reports that immigrating to Canada comes with specific financial requirements, particularly if you’re applying through one of the country’s economic immigration programs. These financial thresholds, known as settlement funds, are set by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to ensure that newcomers can financially support themselves during their […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a category-based Express Entry draw held on September 13. The draw specifically targeted candidates with strong French language proficiency, a continuing trend in Canada’s effort to bolster bilingual immigration. To be eligible […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system experienced a dynamic summer, culminating in five draws throughout August 2024 that collectively issued over 10,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. This marks a return to bi-weekly draws and signals a clear shift in the focus of Immigration, Refugees and […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 3,300 candidates through the Express Entry system under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) stream. In this highly competitive draw, the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 507 — the lowest seen […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 3,300 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its latest Express Entry draw, held exclusively for applicants under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) program. Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 507 to be considered in this […]

Maple News reports that the province of New Brunswick has officially paused Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through its Express Entry stream under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) after reaching its full allocation for 2024. The announcement was made on August 16, with the government citing that no new ITAs will […]

According to Maple News, newcomers who immigrate to Canada through Express Entry-managed programs are achieving strong economic outcomes—surpassing the median employment income of Canadian-born workers within just a few years of arrival. This insight comes from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) newly published 2023 Year-End Express Entry Report, which […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 2,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence in its most recent category-based Express Entry draw. This draw specifically targeted candidates with French language proficiency, reinforcing the federal government’s commitment to support Francophone immigration outside Quebec. Candidates selected […]

Maple News reports a significant surge in immigration activity through Canada’s Express Entry system in 2023. According to the newly released Express Entry Year-End Report by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), a total of 110,266 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence were issued throughout the year — more […]