Express Entry pool sees relief as more than 4,000 high-CRS profiles leave
Competition in Canada’s Express Entry pool has begun to ease following a series of large and consistent draws over the past month. Recent data shows a notable decline in the number of high-scoring candidates, reducing overall pressure at the top of the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scale. Over the last month, the number of candidates […]
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Express Entry Backlog Expands as IRCC Pending Applications Exceed One Million
Canada’s immigration backlog has crossed the one-million mark, with delays in Express Entry applications increasing sharply in October. According to the latest data released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on December 16, the proportion of backlogged Express Entry files rose by 29% compared to the previous month. At the same time, IRCC reported […]
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Lowest CRS Cut-Off Seen in Latest Canadian Experience Class Draw
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another Express Entry draw, issuing a large number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). In this latest round, IRCC issued 5,000 ITAs to CEC candidates. To be eligible, candidates were required to meet a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 515 […]
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Second Consecutive Express Entry Draw Targets PNP Candidates
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another Express Entry draw, issuing 399 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To receive an invitation in this round, candidates were required to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 731. In addition, applicants needed to have submitted their […]
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Bill C-3 Takes Effect, Creating a Clear Pathway to Canadian Citizenship
Thousands of individuals previously affected by Canada’s first-generation limit (FGL) on citizenship by descent are now eligible for Canadian citizenship after Bill C-3 officially came into force on December 15, 2025. The legislation, formally titled An Act to Amend the Citizenship Act, removes long-standing restrictions that prevented many people with Canadian parentage from being recognized […]
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British Columbia Holds First Program Draw in Two Months, Inviting Hundreds
On December 10, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) conducted a new Skills Immigration draw, issuing invitations to candidates considered likely to generate a strong economic impact in the province. Draw overview In the December 10 round, the BC PNP issued a total of 410 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). Candidates from all Skills […]
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OINP Restarts Draws, Sends Out More Than 1,100 Invitations in Five Rounds
Ontario resumed its provincial immigration activity on December 10 by issuing 1,133 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across five separate draws, marking the first round of invitations since October 9. Invitations were issued under three Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Employer Job Offer streams: The draws targeted early childhood educators, priority healthcare professionals, and candidates eligible […]
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Canada Issues New Category-Based Express Entry Invitations for Healthcare Workers in December
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 1,000 new Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its latest Express Entry draw targeting candidates in the Healthcare and Social Services category. To receive an invitation in this round, candidates required: Express Entry Draws List of 2025 Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Minimum CRS December 11 Healthcare […]
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Express Entry Sees Biggest CEC Draw in 16 Months as Canada Issues 6,000 Invitations
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a major Express Entry round, issuing 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). This marks the largest CEC draw since July 2024, making it a significant development for applicants with Canadian work experience. To receive an invitation in this round, candidates […]
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What Major Changes Are Expected in Express Entry for 2026
Canada’s Express Entry system is set for several major updates in 2026 as the federal government continues adjusting immigration pathways to match labour market needs. The changes will affect categories, eligibility requirements, provincial nominations and language testing options. New Express Entry category for physicians with Canadian experience On December 8, Immigration Minister Lena Diab announced […]
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