The recent Express Entry draw held by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Here’s a summary of the key details:
Date of Draw: February 29, 2024
Express Entry Draw Number: #287
Number of Invitations to Apply (ITA) Issued: 2,500
Targeted Candidates: Francophone candidates with French language proficiency
Cut-off Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score: 336 points
Comparison to Previous Draw: The cut-off score decreased by 29 points compared to the previous draw for this category, which was held on February 1, 2024.
Tie-breaking Rule: The tie-breaking rule for this round was January 18, 2024, at 09:15:46 UTC.
Number of Profiles Registered in the Express Entry Pool (as of February 27, 2024): 211,487
Total ITAs Issued in 2024 (through nine Express Entry draws): 19,390
This draw demonstrates a notable decrease in the CRS score required for francophone candidates, indicating a strong emphasis on attracting individuals proficient in the French language to immigrate to Canada. The tie-breaking rule ensures fairness in cases where multiple candidates have the same CRS score.
