Latest Express Entry PNP-Only Draw Invites 1,391 Candidates

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently conducted an Express Entry draw exclusively for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), issuing 1,391 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 670 to qualify for this draw.

Key Highlights:

• Date: July 16, 2024
• Number of ITAs Issued: 1,391
• Minimum CRS Score: 670
  
  

This draw marks the fifth Express Entry draw since July began and is the first one this week. Notably, the previous draw on July 8 invited 3,200 candidates in a category-based selection for French proficiency, requiring a minimum CRS score of 420.

Recent Draws Summary:

CRS scores for PNP-only draws tend to be higher due to the additional 600 points awarded to candidates who receive a provincial nomination. For instance, a candidate with a base CRS score of 300 who gets nominated will have their score boosted to 900.

Understanding Express Entry

Express Entry is Canada's application management system for three key economic immigration programs:

1. Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
2. Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
3. Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
   
   

These programs assess candidates based on human capital factors such as occupation, age, education, language skills, and work experience, using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). Introduced in 2015, Express Entry aims to expedite processing times, with a target of six months for successful applicants.

What is Category-Based Selection?

Launched in 2023, category-based selection helps IRCC target candidates likely to fill urgent labor gaps or support demographic needs. The six categories, confirmed to continue into 2025, are:

1. Healthcare Occupations
2. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Professions
3. Trades Occupations
4. Transport Occupations
5. Agriculture and Agri-Food Occupations
6. French-Language Proficiency
   
   

Why Choose Express Entry?

Express Entry remains a vital pathway to Canadian permanent residency, providing an efficient and transparent process for skilled immigrants. If you meet the criteria and aim to contribute to Canada’s economy, consider taking the Free Express Entry Assessment to determine your eligibility.