Canada Express Entry: Latest Round of Invitations – September 2024 Update
Canada has issued new invitations to apply for permanent residence under the Express Entry system. On September 9, 2024, 911 candidates were invited to apply through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), a key part of Canada’s immigration system that allows provinces to select skilled workers to meet their specific labor market needs.
To qualify for this round, candidates needed a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 732 or higher. The CRS is a point-based system that evaluates candidates based on factors such as age, education, work experience, and language skills. This system ensures that the top-ranking candidates who are most likely to contribute to Canada’s economy are invited to apply.
Key Details of the Latest Draw:
- Number of Invitations: 911
- CRS Score Cutoff: 732
- Date of Draw: September 9, 2024, at 15:42:40 UTC
- Tie-Breaking Rule: In cases where more than one candidate had the same CRS score, those who submitted their profiles by March 13, 2024, at 19:56:16 UTC were given priority.
Types of Rounds in Express Entry:
Canada uses three main types of rounds to invite candidates:
- General Rounds: These invite top candidates from all three Express Entry programs—Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades, and Canadian Experience Class.
- Program-Specific Rounds: These focus on candidates eligible for a specific program, such as the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
- Category-Based Rounds: These rounds are designed to meet specific economic goals, like addressing labor shortages in certain sectors or regions.
Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score Distribution:
As of September 9, 2024, there were 205,569 candidates in the Express Entry pool, distributed across different score ranges:
- 601-1200 CRS points: 937 candidates
- 501-600 CRS points: 9,987 candidates
- 451-500 CRS points: 61,797 candidates
- 401-450 CRS points: 52,525 candidates
- 351-400 CRS points: 51,188 candidates
- 301-350 CRS points: 23708 candidates
- 0-300 CRS points: 5,427 candidates
This breakdown helps candidates understand where they stand in the pool and their likelihood of receiving an invitation in future draws.
Express Entry Reports and Future Invitations:
Canada regularly releases reports to provide insights into Express Entry activities. Previous reports (from 2015 to 2019) highlight how the system has evolved over time, including improvements to ensure faster and more transparent processing. The next round of invitations will follow the same ranking system, so candidates are encouraged to improve their scores by gaining more experience or improving their language test results.
To learn more and check your eligibility, visit the official Express Entry page.