EE Draw September 09, 2024

Express Entry Draw:

Category:  Provincial Nominee Program

Date and time of draw: September 09, 2024, at 15:42:40 UTC

Number of Invitations issued: 911

CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 732

On September 9, 2024, the 313th round of invitations under the Express Entry system focused on the Provincial Nominee Program. A total of 911 candidates were invited to apply for permanent residence, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 732. The cut-off for invitations, in case of a tie at the lowest score, was determined by the date and time when candidates submitted their Express Entry profiles, with the tie-breaking rule set to March 13, 2024, at 19:56:16 UTC. The invitations were issued at 15:42:40 UTC on September 09, 2024.

Rising CRS Scores: A notable trend has been the increase in CRS scores required for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws. A sharp rise from 694 to 732 within just two weeks suggests heightened competition among candidates. This uptick may be due to a surge in the number of applicants or evolving provincial nomination strategies that prioritize specific qualifications or skills.

Frequency and Focus of Draws: Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) appears to be shifting towards more frequent draws, employing a mix of program-specific and category-based selections. Recent draws have focused on specific skills and occupations, such as healthcare, trades, and French language proficiency. The introduction of category-based selection in 2023 has enabled the IRCC to target candidates with in-demand skills, impacting the types of draws and the CRS scores required.

Canada’s Immigration Targets

Canada is striving to exceed its immigration target of 465,000 new arrivals in 2023, with plans to increase this number to 485,000 in 2024. These ambitious goals align with the country’s ongoing need for skilled labor and its demographic strategy to sustain economic growth.

Implications for Prospective Immigrants

As CRS scores continue to rise, candidates are advised to strengthen their profiles by securing job offers or obtaining provincial nominations. Having robust qualifications and, if possible, an approved job offer can significantly enhance one’s chances of receiving an ITA in future draws.

The September 9 draw underscores the evolving nature of Canada’s immigration strategy, which is increasingly focused on targeted pathways and highlights the growing competitiveness of the Express Entry system. Candidates must remain proactive and adaptive to navigate this changing landscape successfully.

Express Entry draws summary

More information on Express Entry, and how are candidates selected from the Express Entry pool can be found on here

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