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IRCC Conducts French Language Proficiency Draw: 3,200 Candidates Invited

By 8 July 2024No Comments

On July 8, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its fourth Express Entry draw of the month, focusing on candidates with French language proficiency. This category-based selection draw resulted in 3,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) being issued to eligible candidates.

Key Details of the Latest Targeted Express Entry Draw

  • Express Entry Round: #302
  • Draw Type: Targeted for French Language Proficiency
  • Draw Date: July 8, 2024
  • CRS Cut-off Score: 420
  • No. of invitations: 3,200
  • Tie-breaking rule: May 30, 2024

Targeted Express Entry for French Language

The Targeted Express Entry for French-speaking immigrants is a distinct category-based selection criteria. For all categories except French language proficiency, candidates must have at least six months of relevant work experience in an eligible National Occupation Classification (NOC) code.

For the French language proficiency category, candidates must achieve a minimum score of 7 in reading, writing, speaking, and listening on the Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens test.

Recent Express Entry Activity

This draw caps off a busy week for Express Entry, following three draws held between July 2-5:

July 2: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw

  • 920 ITAs issued
  • Minimum CRS score: 739

July 4: Category-based draw for trade occupations

  • 1,800 ITAs issued
  • Minimum CRS score: 436

July 5: Category-based draw for healthcare occupations

  • 3,750 ITAs issued
  • Minimum CRS score: 445
DateDraw TypeInvitationsCRS Cut-off Score
March 6, 2025French language proficiency (Version 1)4,500410
March 3, 2025Provincial Nominee Program725667
February 19, 2025French language proficiency (Version 1)6,500428
February 17, 2025Provincial Nominee Program646750
February 5, 2025Canadian Experience Class4,000521
February 4, 2025Provincial Nominee Program455802
January 23, 2025Canadian Experience Class4,000527
January 8, 2025Canadian Experience Class1,350542
January 7, 2025Provincial Nominee Program471793
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Understanding Category-Based Selection

Introduced in 2023, category-based selection draws allow IRCC to target candidates who can address specific workforce gaps. The six current categories are:

  • Healthcare occupations
  • STEM professions
  • Trades occupations
  • Transport occupations
  • Agriculture and agri-food occupations
  • French language proficiency

Candidates must also meet all the eligibility requirements for one of the three economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class, or the Federal Skilled Trades Program.

If you’re considering immigrating to Canada through Express Entry, it’s crucial to:

  • Determine which category you might qualify for
  • Ensure your Express Entry profile is up-to-date
  • Improve your CRS score where possible
  • Stay informed about upcoming draws and changing immigration policies

For personalized advice on your immigration journey, consider consulting with our team of regulated Canadian immigration consultants.

Need Help with Category-Based Targeted Express Entry?

French-proficient candidates are invited based on their language skills, regardless of their CRS score. The program considers relevant work experience in specified categories. Our team provides comprehensive support to eligible French-speaking applicants, from initial profile submission through to personalized consultations with a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC).

Reach out to our team to explore this exciting opportunity. Schedule a one-on-one Zoom appointment with an RCIC to discuss your case.

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