Express Entry Draw Francophone Immigration
Express Entry Draw #310 | 2,000 Candidates Selected in French Language Proficiency
The latest Express Entry draw has been conducted, focusing on candidates with French language proficiency. In draw #310, a total of 2,000 candidates were invited, with the lowest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score being 394.
Express Entry Draw #310
Date of Draw: August 15, 2024, at 15:11:54 UTC
Number of Invitations Issued: 2,000
Minimum CRS: 394
Program Specified: French language proficiency (2024-1)
Tie-breaking rule:July 07, 2024, at 09:46:10 UTC
New Opportunities for French Speakers in 2024
In the latest Express Entry draw #310, 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITA) were extended to candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 394. This draw specifically targeted individuals with proficiency in the French language, ensuring that all selected candidates met the necessary French language criteria in their Express Entry profiles.
Express Entry – French Language Category Draws 2024
The Importance of French Language Skills in Canada
Canada has been actively seeking to increase the number of French-speaking immigrants across the country. The government has set ambitious goals for francophone immigration outside of Quebec to bolster French-speaking communities.
This initiative is driven by a decline in French-speaking populations across Canada. Statistics Canada reports a decline in the percentage of Canadians who primarily speak French at home, dropping from 20% in 2016 to 19.2% in 2021. This trend is evident even in Quebec.
To support this effort, the Official Languages Action Plan 2023-2028 has allocated $137.2 million over five years to promote Francophone immigration. This funding supports new measures, including a Francophone immigration policy, and builds on previous investments of $84.3 million.
Eligibility for the French Speaking Category
To qualify for this category, candidates must:
- Achieve a minimum score of 7 in all four language abilities on the Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens.
- Fulfill all specific requirements outlined for the draw.
Detailed requirements for each category are available on the Canadian government’s website.
How Can I Apply for Express Entry?
Express Entry is a system used by the Canadian government to manage applications for Canadian permanent residency. Express Entry uses a point-based system, the CRS, to rank candidates’ profiles.
Applying to Express Entry is a two-step procedure. The first step is to submit your profile with the required documents. Required documents usually consist of language test results, educational credentials, and passport or travel documentation.
After you submit a profile and receive an invitation to apply for Canadian permanent residence, you can submit your complete application for the IRCC to review. Your complete application should include supporting documents such as reference letters, additional identity documents, police clearance certificates, and results of a medical examination.
Find Out If You Are Eligible For Express Entry CanadaNumber of Candidates in the Current Express Entry Pool
The IRCC updates the number of people in the Express Entry pool a few days before an invitation round takes place. Numbers change as new profiles are submitted, profiles expire or are issued an ITA.
As of today the composition of the Express Entry pool is:
Data Table
| CRS Score Range | Number of Candidates |
|---|---|
| 601-1200 | 125 |
| 501-600 | 11,055 |
| 451-500 | 61,210 |
| 491-500 | 10,883 |
| 481-490 | 11,990 |
| 471-480 | 14,873 |
| 461-470 | 12,747 |
| 451-460 | 10,717 |
| 401-450 | 52,261 |
| 441-450 | 10,303 |
| 431-440 | 11,229 |
| 421-430 | 9,868 |
| 411-420 | 10,619 |
| 401-410 | 10,242 |
| 351-400 | 53,137 |
| 301-350 | 24,690 |
| 0-300 | 5,482 |
| Total | 207,960 |
| Updated | August 14, 2024 |
Express Entry Pool of Candidates
Will Express Entry Still Hold All-Program Draws?
Express Entry holds different types of draws, not just category-based draws. There are three types of rounds:
- General round of invitations (all-program draws): General rounds of invitations invite the top-ranking candidates in the Express Entry pool who are eligible for 1 of the 3 Express Entry Programs. The 3 programs include the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
- Program-specific rounds of invitations: Program-specific rounds invite the top-ranking candidates who are eligible for a specific Express Entry program. For example, the IRCC often has draws specifically for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), where only candidates who are eligible for a PNP are invited.
- Category-based rounds of invitations: The Minister of Immigration will establish specific categories to meet specific economic goals across Canada. Once the categories are established, the top-ranking candidates in the pool who are eligible for this category will receive an invitation.
Latest Express Entry Draw for All categories!
Check here the full list of the Express entry draws that were held this year:
| Draw | Date | Category | Number of ITAs | CRS Cut Off | Tie-Breaking Rule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 313 | September 9, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 911 | 732 | March 13, 2024 at 19:56:16 UTC |
| 312 | August 27, 2024 | Canadian Experience Class | 3300 | 507 | June 05, 2024 at 01:08:58 UTC |
| 311 | August 26, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 1121 | 694 | August 03, 2024 at 18:54:27 UTC |
| 310 | August 15, 2024 | French language proficiency (Version 1) | 2,000 | 394 | July 07, 2024 at 09:46:10 UTC |
| 309 | August 14, 2024 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,200 | 509 | March 01, 2024 at 19:23:21 UTC |
| 308 | August 13, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 763 | 690 | April 26, 2024 at 10:59:30 UTC |
| 307 | July 31, 2024 | Canadian Experience Class | 5,000 | 510 | June 30, 2024 at 20:39:14 UTC |
| 306 | July 30, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 964 | 686 | May 27, 2024 at 07:07:21 UTC |
| 305 | July 18, 2024 | French language proficiency (Version 1) | 1,800 | 400 | March 08, 2024 at 19:51:40 UTC |
| 304 | July 17, 2024 | Canadian Experience Class | 6,300 | 515 | February 03, 2024 at 13:01:06 UTC |
| 303 | July 16, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 1,391 | 670 | May 04, 2024 at 13:27:31 UTC |
| 302 | July 8, 2024 | French language proficiency (Version 1) | 3,200 | 420 | May 30, 2024 at 03:37:43 UTC |
| 301 | July 5, 2024 | Healthcare occupations (Version 1) | 3,750 | 445 | May 07, 2024 at 21:27:04 UTC |
| 300 | July 4, 2024 | Trade occupations (Version 1) | 1,800 | 436 | July 16, 2023 at 15:44:59 UTC |
| 299 | July 2, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 920 | 739 | February 02, 2024 at 11:38:43 UTC |
| 298 | June 19, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 1,499 | 663 | January 19, 2024 at 10:10:40 UTC |
| 297 | May 31, 2024 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 522 | March 19, 2024 at 18:58:58 UTC |
| 296 | May 30, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 2,985 | 676 | January 19, 2024 at 18:32:21 UTC |
| 295 | April 24, 2024 | French language proficiency | 1,400 | 410 | April 07, 2024 at 02:06:46 UTC |
| 294 | April 23, 2024 | General | 2,095 | 529 | November 08, 2023 at 17:50:29 UTC |
| 293 | April 11, 2024 | STEM occupations (2024-1) | 4,500 | 491 | February 25, 2024 at 11:55:12 UTC |
| 292 | April 10, 2024 | General | 1,280 | 549 | March 21, 2024 at 03:37:24 UTC |
| 291 | March 26, 2024 | French language proficiency | 1,500 | 388 | March 10, 2024 at 20:06:26 UTC |
| 290 | March 25, 2024 | General | 1,980 | 524 | February 25, 2024 at 14:42:38 UTC |
| 289 | March 13, 2024 | Transport occupations | 975 | 430 | July 31, 2023 at 13:27:26 UTC |
| 288 | March 12, 2024 | General | 2,850 | 525 | March 12, 2024 at 15:56:42 UTC |
| 287 | February 29, 2024 | French language proficiency | 2,500 | 336 | January 18, 2024 at 09:15:46 UTC |
| 286 | February 28, 2024 | General | 1,470 | 534 | January 16, 2024 at 03:51:05 UTC |
| 285 | February 16, 2024 | Agriculture and agri-food occupations | 150 | 437 | January 29, 2024 at 03:32:58 UTC |
| 284 | February 14, 2024 | Healthcare occupations | 3,500 | 422 | January 30, 2024 at 02:39:54 UTC |
| 283 | February 13, 2024 | General | 1,490 | 535 | February 11, 2024 at 15:26:56 UTC |
| 282 | February 1, 2024 | French language proficiency | 7,000 | 365 | September 08, 2023 at 09:47:27 UTC |
| 281 | January 31, 2024 | General | 730 | 541 | July 15, 2023 at 10:52:08 UTC |
| 280 | January 23, 2024 | General | 1,040 | 543 | January 21, 2024 at 07:43:47 UTC |
| 279 | January 10, 2024 | General | 1,510 | 546 | December 31, 2023 at 18:23:22 UTC |
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