Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship department has recently announced an increase in invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.
In a recent draw, the department issued 4,000 ITAs specifically targeting candidates with French-language proficiency.
To qualify for this draw, candidates were required to meet the following criteria:
- A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 419
- Creation of an Express Entry candidate profile before 7:14 a.m., Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) on November 14, 2025
Overview of Express Entry Draws in 2026
| Date | Draw Type | CRS cut-off score | ITAs issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 15 | French-Language proficiency | 419 | 4,000 |
| April 14 | Canadian Experience Class | 515 | 2,000 |
| April 13 | Provincial Nominee Program | 786 | 324 |
| April 2 | Trades | 477 | 3,000 |
| March 31 | Canadian Experience Class | 509 | 2,250 |
| March 30 | Provincial Nominee Program | 802 | 356 |
| March 18 | French-Language proficiency | 393 | 4,000 |
| March 17 | Canadian Experience Class | 507 | 4,000 |
| March 16 | Provincial Nominee Program | … | … |