Category: Express Entry

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a new Express Entry draw on June 19, 2024, exclusively targeting candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). A total of 1,499 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued, with the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required set at […]

Canada’s category-based Express Entry draws have marked their first full year of implementation, signaling a strategic shift in how Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) targets skilled newcomers. According to Maple News, this new system, first introduced in June 2023, is designed to attract immigrants who match Canada’s most pressing […]

Maple News reports that Express Entry candidates eligible for category-based selection draws have a distinct advantage in 2024, even if their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores fall below the typical threshold of 500. Recent trends show that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is issuing Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system has experienced substantial changes in the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, signaling a shift in immigration priorities and selection strategies. Between January and June 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted 19 Express Entry […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its first Canadian Experience Class (CEC)-specific Express Entry draw in nearly three years, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on May 31. Eligible candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 522 to be considered. This […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released the updated proof of funds (POF) requirements for Express Entry applicants, effective May 28, 2024. This annual adjustment reflects changes to Canada’s low-income cut-off threshold as determined by Statistics Canada. Proof of funds is a critical component for […]

Maple News reports that student work experience may play a role in the Canadian immigration process through Express Entry—depending on the specific program a candidate is applying through. Express Entry is Canada’s online immigration application system, managing three main programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Canadian Experience Class (CEC), […]

Maple News reports that foreign nationals in Canada’s Express Entry system can gain a significant advantage by understanding how Canadian employers engage with this pathway to hire international talent. As immigration continues to be the driving force behind Canada’s labour market growth—accounting for nearly all workforce expansion—employers are increasingly tapping […]

Maple News reports that April 2024 witnessed continued momentum in Canada’s Express Entry system, with four rounds of invitations reflecting consistency in draw types and volume when compared to March. This pattern suggests emerging trends in Canada’s immigration strategy for the remainder of the year. In April, Immigration, Refugees and […]

Maple News reports that Express Entry candidates aiming for Canadian permanent residency can significantly improve their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score through a qualifying job offer. However, not all employment offers are eligible, and the criteria vary across different immigration programs under Express Entry. CRS points play a central role […]

Maple News reports that individuals applying for Canadian permanent residence (PR) may sometimes need to change their National Occupation Classification (NOC) code after submitting their application. While this change is sometimes necessary for strategic or eligibility reasons, applicants must handle such adjustments carefully to avoid jeopardizing their immigration goals. To […]

Maple News reports that candidates with strong French language skills are set to benefit the most from Canada’s Express Entry category-based selection system in 2024. According to recently released data from an Access to Information Request (ATIP), Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) plans to issue 78.5% of Invitations to […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 1,400 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Express Entry pool through a new category-based selection draw focused on French language proficiency. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for selection in this round was 410. […]

Maple News reports that as of April 2024, there are over 200,000 profiles in Canada’s federal Express Entry pool—yet many candidates may not receive an invitation to apply (ITA) for permanent residence before their profiles expire. Express Entry profiles are valid for 12 months from the date of submission. If […]

Maple News reports that receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian permanent residence is a major milestone for foreign nationals navigating the Express Entry system. However, it also opens the door to the next phase of settlement: preparing to integrate into Canada’s job market even before landing. Express Entry […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its second Express Entry draw of the week, issuing 1,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with strong French language proficiency. This category-based selection draw required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 388. The draw highlights […]