IRCC Issues 7,000 ITAs in Draw for French Speakers
The department has extended Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 7,000 candidates in the latest Express Entry draw. This draw holds particular importance as it specifically focuses on French language proficiency.
Cut-Off Score
The eligibility criteria for candidates included a minimum score of 365 on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). This marks the lowest minimum CRS score required this year, highlighting the emphasis on linguistic skills, particularly in French.
This helps Canada reach its immigration targets for francophones by explicitly focusing on fluent French speakers living outside of Quebec.
@CitImmCanada invited 7,000 candidates who spoke French to participate in a fast Express Entry Draw. CRS cut-off 365 – lowest of 2023. Focused endeavor to fulfill immigration and language objectives while luring francophones. #ExpressEntry #IRCC #FrenchLanguageDraw
Details: https://t.co/aad2knNeDx pic.twitter.com/sGSA327eft
— The Canada Time (@thecanadatime) February 1, 2024
An overview of today’s Express Entry Draw is provided below:
Number of invitations issued: 7,000
To be invited to apply, you must have Rank: 7,000 or above
Date and time of round: February 01, 2024 at 16:36:01 UTC
CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 365
Tie-breaking rule: September 08, 2023 at 09:47:27 UTC
Recap of Francophone invitations in 2024
In six French language draws this year, 8,700 ITAs were given to applicants; the highest CRS score cut-off was 486, while the lowest was 375. Francophone draws take into account Express Entry draw profiles that show a minimum score of 7 in each of the four language abilities on the NCLC (Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens) for French language tests.
| Draw Date | CRS Cut-off |
| 07-07-23 | 439 |
| 12-07-23 | 375 |
| 02-08-23 | 435 |
| 27-09-23 | 472 |
| 25-10-23 | 486 |
| 07-12-23 | 470 |
Canada, a multilingual nation with official status, works hard to promote and protect the French language. Speaking French is highly valued in a variety of sectors and areas of the nation. From government agencies to school boards, healthcare networks and more, there is great opportunity for French-speaking newcomers.
