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Overview of First Express Entry Draw of August
The Department of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has orchestrated a fresh, all-program Express Entry draw.
This comprehensive draw was open to candidates across multiple segments, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
The most recent Express Entry draw, which took place on August 01, 2023, extended invitations to a total of 2,000 candidates who were part of the pool. These invitees were required to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 517 to qualify for this round of invitations.
Express Entry Draw #259
Number of invitations issued: 2,000
Rank needed to receive an invitation to apply: 2,000 or higher
Type of draw: No specific program
Date and time of round: August 01, 2023, at 13:25:02 UTC
CRS score of lowest-ranking candidates invited: 517
Tie-breaking rule: June 30, 2023, at 11:45:05 UTC
In the event of a tie in the lowest score, the cut-off is determined by the date and time candidates submitted their Express Entry profiles.
Express Entry All-Program Draws
Express Entry All-Program Draws are a key gateway for proficient immigrants who wish to secure permanent resident status in Canada. Initiated in 2015, the Express Entry system was devised to simplify the selection procedure for economic immigration streams, incorporating the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
In these comprehensive draws, candidates from all three Express Entry programs stand a chance to receive invitations to apply for Canada PR. The draws are conducted regularly, and candidates are evaluated based on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score - an assessment which takes into account aspects like Age, Education, Work Experience, Language Proficiency, and Adaptability.
The requirement for CRS score is determined in response to Canada's labor market needs and the country's broader immigration objectives. Candidates with higher CRS scores are typically preferred in the selection procedure, leading to invitations for permanent residency.
Express Entry All-Program Draws are distinguished by their competitiveness and selectivity, drawing a substantial pool of highly qualified candidates from around the world. Successful candidates receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA), which enables them to submit their permanent residency application within a defined timeframe.
These draws have demonstrated to be an effective and transparent means for selecting skilled immigrants, fostering Canada's economic development and multicultural diversity while offering promising prospects to skilled individuals seeking a bright future in Canada.
