EXPRESS ENTRY DRAW | 733 Invitations Issued in PNP Specific Draw
November 12, 2024
The latest Express Entry Draw #322, which took place on November 12, 2024, issued 733 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) specifically for candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) category.
Key Details of the Draw:
- Number of ITAs: 733 invitations were issued.
- Program: The draw was PNP-specific, meaning only candidates who had a provincial nomination were eligible.
- CRS Cutoff Score: The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff score for this draw was 812. .
- Draw Type: This was a specific PNP draw, so only candidates who already had a nomination from a province could receive an invitation.
Important Notes:
- PNP-Only Draw: These kinds of draws are typically done to meet specific provincial labor market needs, and the nominations from provinces play a key role in boosting a candidate’s CRS score.
- High CRS Threshold: The cutoff score of 812 is significantly higher than other recent draws because it includes the 600 points added for a provincial nomination. Without the nomination, the cutoff would have been much lower.
What This Means:
If you are a candidate in the Express Entry pool with a provincial nomination, you were eligible for this draw. However, if you do not have a provincial nomination, you would not have been selected in this specific draw.
Next Steps:
If you received an ITA in this draw, you would need to submit your complete application for permanent residency to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) within the specified timeline.
This draw is part of Canada’s ongoing efforts to meet its immigration targets and address regional labor shortages.
If you need more details on the process or updates on future draws, feel free to ask!
