Category: Express Entry

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its latest category-based Express Entry draw, prioritizing healthcare professionals. This marks the first healthcare-targeted draw since July, signaling a renewed push to address Canada’s ongoing labour shortages in the health sector. To […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its third Express Entry draw this week, issuing 800 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) specifically in a category-based selection for French-speaking candidates. Eligible applicants needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 478 to qualify in this round. This […]

Maple News reports that a growing number of skilled foreign workers residing in the United States are setting their sights northward, drawn by Canada’s more accessible and efficient immigration system. According to Canada’s Express Entry year-end report for 2023, the U.S. consistently ranks among the top countries of residence for […]

Maple News reports that skilled workers and international graduates currently residing in Quebec may want to look beyond the province for permanent residency options—especially in light of recent changes to Quebec’s immigration programs. Earlier this year, the Government of Quebec temporarily paused two key immigration pathways: the Regular Skilled Worker […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s federal immigration department, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), increased the frequency of Express Entry draws during October 2024, picking up momentum after a quieter September. Throughout October, IRCC conducted six Express Entry draws across four selection streams, issuing a total of 5,961 Invitations to […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s recently updated Immigration Levels Plan includes a notable increase in permanent residency spots for Express Entry candidates in 2025—even as overall immigration targets are being reduced nationwide. According to the plan, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will admit 124,680 new permanent residents through Express […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s latest Immigration Levels Plan for 2025 significantly prioritizes candidates already residing in the country. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), 40% of all permanent residence admissions next year will be reserved for applicants under a new Express Entry sub-category known as the ‘In-Canada […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system has seen notable expansion in 2024, issuing more Invitations to Apply (ITAs) compared to the same time last year. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has granted 84,874 ITAs so far in 2024, surpassing the 81,948 issued by September 20 in 2023. […]

Maple News reports that category-based selection draws under Canada’s Express Entry system are offering promising opportunities to immigration candidates whose Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores fall below the 500 mark—a threshold that general and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draws have consistently maintained throughout 2024. Introduced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 1,800 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its latest category-based Express Entry draw targeting candidates in skilled trade occupations. The draw, held on October 24, required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 433 — slightly lower than […]

Maple News reports that couples applying for Canadian permanent residency through Express Entry may improve their chances by carefully selecting the principal applicant. The Express Entry system uses a points-based Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) to rank candidates, and who you choose as the principal applicant can significantly influence your total […]

Maple News reports that understanding the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a critical step for anyone aiming to immigrate to Canada through the Express Entry system. Introduced by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the CRS is a points-based evaluation tool that determines which candidates are most suited to meet […]

Maple News reports that on October 11, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw, specifically targeting candidates with strong French-language proficiency. To be eligible, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 444. This marks the third […]

Maple News reports that the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core is streamlining the immigration process for aspiring newcomers to Canada. Approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), PTE Core is designed to support economic immigration streams, including Express Entry, permanent residency, and even citizenship applications. One of the […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) scaled back its Express Entry activity in September 2024, issuing just 5,911 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence — a notable decrease from 10,384 in August and 25,125 in July. Despite the slowdown, IRCC conducted three targeted draws throughout […]

In a noticeable shift from the busy months of August and July, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) scaled back on Express Entry draws throughout September, issuing nearly 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The focus continues to be on domestic candidates and those with French language proficiency, reflecting the priorities […]