IRCC Holds Third Express Entry Draw of the Week – French Language Proficiency Candidates Invited
Date: August 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its third Express Entry draw of the week, continuing a busy period for Canada’s immigration system.
In this latest round, 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to candidates with French language proficiency under the Express Entry system.
Draw Details:
Number of ITAs issued: 2,500
Category: French language proficiency
Minimum CRS score: 481
Tie-breaking rule: Profiles created before 18 July 2025 at 5:16 a.m. UTC were considered.
About the French Language Proficiency Category:
This draw is part of Canada’s category-based selection system, introduced to target candidates with specific skills and attributes in demand across the country. French-speaking candidates are prioritized to support bilingualism and Francophone community growth outside of Quebec.
Recent Express Entry Activity:
This marks the third draw of the week, demonstrating IRCC’s ongoing commitment to meeting its immigration targets for 2025. Earlier draws targeted Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates and STEM professionals, reflecting Canada’s strategy to attract highly skilled individuals.
Next Steps for Candidates:
Those who receive an ITA will have 60 days to submit a complete permanent residence application, including all required documents and fees. Candidates who did not receive an invitation in this round should ensure their Express Entry profile is active and updated for consideration in future draws.