Canada Express Entry draw invites 800 French-speaking Immigrants

On August 2, 2023, Canada held its 260th Express Entry Draw, which extended invitations to 800 candidates to apply for the Canada PR visa. This draw was particularly significant as it focused on inviting French-speaking immigrants outside Quebec, with the goal of bolstering economic growth through Francophone immigration. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this draw was 435, marking the lowest score since August 2021.

Canada’s Express Entry system has been tailored to create a streamlined pathway specifically catering to French-speaking candidates. By conducting targeted draws for specific categories, the government aims to prioritize individuals possessing skills and occupations that are in high demand in the Canadian job market. These category-specific draws typically have lower cut-off scores, thereby increasing the chances for candidates in these categories to receive invitations for the Canada PR visa.

Moreover, the selection process for these draws goes beyond solely considering CRS scores. Additional criteria are taken into account to foster inclusivity and diversity, encouraging individuals with diverse profiles and experiences to be selected. This approach helps Canada attract a varied pool of talented individuals who can contribute not only to the country’s economic growth but also enrich its cultural landscape.

Draw 1: Express Entry Draw

Category: French Language Proficiency
Invitations Issued: 800
Minimum CRS Score: 435
Tie-breaking rule: July 31, 2023 (at 9:57:30 UTC)

CRS Score distribution in the express entry

As of August 2, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that 211,529 immigrants had successfully submitted their profiles through the Express Entry system. Among these applicants, the majority, consisting of 55,295 individuals, had Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores ranging between 451 and 500. Additionally, there were 2,019 applicants with scores between 501 and 600, and 1,308 profiles with scores between 601 and 1200. These statistics provide an overview of the distribution of CRS scores among the immigrant profiles in the Express Entry system on the specified date.