On January 10th, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted Express Entry draw #279, inviting 1,510 applicants to apply for permanent residency. This draw, the first of 2024, signifies Canada’s commitment to attracting skilled individuals across all immigration programs (minimum CRS score: 546).

For qualified professionals, Canadian permanent residency offers exciting possibilities. Imagine building a career in a thriving economy, enjoying world-class healthcare, and raising a family in a multicultural and welcoming society. Express Entry provides a streamlined path to this reality.

At Canadapass, we understand the complexities of Canadian immigration. Our team of experienced consultants can help you navigate the Express Entry process, assess your eligibility, and optimise your application for success. With our comprehensive services, you can:

  • Receive a personalised eligibility assessment to determine your potential for success.
  • Craft a compelling Express Entry profile that showcases your skills and qualifications.
  • Gain insightful guidance on navigating the application process and overcoming potential challenges.
  • Benefit from expert support every step of the way, from initial assessments to final submission.

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Express Entry and Your Pathway to Canadian Permanent Residency

Express Entry is an immigration system managed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for skilled workers seeking permanent residency in Canada. It streamlines the application process by assigning a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score to each applicant based on factors like education, work experience, age, and language proficiency.

Latest Express Entry Draw Information:

●      Date: January 10, 2024 (Draw #279)

●      Cut-off Score: 546 CRS

●      Program: All Programs (FSWP, CEC, FSTP, PNPs)

●      Invitations Issued: 1,510

New Feature: Priority Occupations:

Since May 31, 2023, IRCC has implemented category-based selection within Express Entry. This allows targeted draws for specific occupations in high demand within the Canadian economy.

Express Entry Program Options:

  • Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): Open to skilled workers with qualifying work experience and education.
  • Canadian Experience Class (CEC): For skilled workers with Canadian work experience.
  • Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): Open to skilled tradespersons with qualifying experience and credentials.
  • Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs): Allow provinces and territories to nominate individuals for permanent residency based on their specific needs and labor market.

Fast Track Your Application with PNPs:

If you have skills aligned with the needs of a specific province or territory, consider a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) for potentially faster processing times.

Calculate Your CRS Score:

Improve Your CRS Score:

Discover various strategies to boost your CRS score before the next Express Entry draw.

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Next Steps:

  • Create or update your Express Entry profile.
  • Explore Provincial Nominee Programs relevant to your skills.
  • Seek professional advice from immigration consultants for personalized guidance.

Canada Express Entry Latest Draws 2023

Express Entry Draw #
Date
ITA
CRS
Program
279
January 10, 2024
1,510
546
All programs
278
December 21, 2023
400
386
Agriculture and Agri-food
277
December 20, 2023
670
435
Transport occupations
276
December 19, 2023
1000
425
Trades occupations
275
December 18, 2023
1325
542
All programs
274
December 8, 2023
5900
481
STEM occupations
273
December 7, 2023
1000
470
French language proficiency
272
December 6, 2023
4750
561
All programs
271
October 26, 2023
3600
431
Healthcare occupations
270
October 25, 2023
300
486
French language proficiency
269
October 24, 2023
1548
776
PNP
268
October 10, 2023
3725
500
All programs
267
September 28, 2023
600
600
Agriculture and Agri-food
266
September 27, 2023
500
500
French language proficiency
265
September 26, 2023
3000
504
All programs
264
September 20, 2023
1000
435
Transport occupations
263
September 19, 2023
3200
531
All programs
262
August 15, 2023
4300
496
All programs
261
August 3, 2023
1500
388
Trade occupations
260
August 2, 2023
800
435
French language proficiency
259
August 1, 2023
2000
517
All programs
258
July 12, 2023
3800
375
French language proficiency
257
July 11, 2023
800
505
All programs
256
July 7, 2023
2300
439
French language proficiency
255
July 6, 2023
1500
463
Healthcare occupations
254
July 5, 2023
500
486
STEM occupations
253
July 4, 2023
700
511
All programs
252
June 28, 2023
500
476
Healthcare occupations
251
June 27, 2023
4300
486
All programs
450
June 8, 2023
4800
486
All programs
249
May 24, 2023
4800
488
All programs
248
May 10, 2023
589
691
PNP
247
April 26, 2023
3500
483
All programs
246
April 12, 2023
3500
486
All programs
245
March 29, 2023
7000
481
All programs
244
March 23, 2023
7000
484
All programs
243
March 15, 2023
7000
490
All programs
242
March 1, 2023
667
748
241
February 15, 2023
699
791
PNP
240
February 2, 2023
3300
489
FSW
239
February 1, 2023
893
733
PNP
238
January 18, 2023
5500
490
All programs
237
January 11, 2023
5500
507
All programs

Canada Express Entry Latest Draw 2022

Express Entry Draw #
Date
ITA
Program
CRS
236
November 23, 2022
4750
491
All programs
235
November 9, 2022
4750
494
All programs
234
October 26, 2022
4750
496
All programs
233
October 12, 2022
4250
500
All programs
232
September 28, 2022
3750
504
All Programs
231
September 14, 2022
3,250
511
All programs
230
August 31, 2022
2750
516
All programs
229
August 17, 2022
2250
525
All programs
228
August 3, 2022
2000
533
All programs
227
July 20, 2022
1750
542
All programs
226
July 6, 2022
1500
557
All programs
225
June 22, 2022
636
752
PNP
224
June 8, 2022
932
796
PNP
223
May 25, 2022
589
741
PNP
222
May 11, 2022
545
753
PNP
221
April 27, 2022
829
772
PNP
220
April 13, 2022
787
782
PNP
219
March 30, 2022
919
785
PNP
218
March 16, 2022
924
754
PNP
217
March 2, 2022
1047
761
PNP
216
February 16, 2022
1082
710
PNP
215
February 2, 2022
1070
674
PNP
214
January 19, 2022
1036
745
PNP
213
January 5, 2022
392
808
PNP

2021 Express Entry Draws

Express Entry Draw #
Date
ITA
CRS
Program
212
December 22, 2021
746
720
PNP
211
December 10, 2021
1032
698
PNP
210
November 24, 2021
613
737
PNP
209
November 10, 2021
775
685
PNP
208
October 27, 2021
888
744
PNP
207
October 13, 2021
681
721
PNP
206
September 29, 2021
761
742
PNP
205
September 15, 2021
521
732
PNP
204
September 14, 2021
2000
462
PNP
203
September 1, 2021
635
764
PNP
202
August 19th, 2021
3000
403
PNP
201
August 18th, 2021
463
751
PNP
200
August 5th, 2021
3000
404
PNP
199
August 4th, 2021
512
760
PNP
198
July 22nd, 2021
4500
357
CEC
197
July 21st, 2021
462
734
PNP
196
July 8th, 2021
4500
369
CEC
195
July 7th, 2021
627
760
PNP
194
June 24, 2021
6000
357
CEC
193
June 23, 2021
1002
742
PNP
192
June 10, 2021
6000
368
CEC
191
June 9, 2021
940
711
PNP
190
May 31, 2021
5956
380
CEC
189
May 26, 2021
500
713
PNP
188
May 20, 2021
1842
397
CEC
187
May 13, 2021
4147
401
CEC
186
May 12, 2021
557
752
PNP
185
April 29, 2021
6000
400
CEC
184
April 28, 2021
381
717
PNP
183
April 16, 2021
6000
417
CEC
182
April 14, 2021
266
753
PNP
181
April 1, 2021
5000
432
CEC
180
March 31, 2021
284
778
PNP
179
March 18, 2021
5000
449
CEC
178
March 17, 2021
183
682
PNP
177
March 8, 2021
671
739
PNP
176
February 13, 2021
27332
75
CEC
175
February 10, 2021
658
720
PNP
174
January 21, 2021
4626
454
CEC
173
January 20, 2021
374
741
PNP
172
January 7, 2021
4750
461
PNP
171
January 6, 2021
250
813
PNP
170
December 23, 2020
5000
468
No program specified
169
December 9, 2020
5000
469
No program specified
168
November 25, 2020
5000
469
No program specified
167
November 18, 2020
5000
472
No program specified
166
November 05, 2020
4500
478
No program specified