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Canada Express Entry Latest Draw March 12, 2024
Canada Express Entry: On March 12, 2024, in the Latest Express Entry draw, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 2,850 ITAs. To be eligible, candidates must have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 525.
This draw marks the lowest CRS score requirement in 2024 for the General category. In 2023, the lowest score was 481. Invitations may be issued to candidates from various programs, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and the Provincial Nominee Program.
There were six draws throughout February, inviting 16,110 candidates. The month opened and closed with category-based selection draws for individuals with strong French language proficiency.
Express Entry Draw Highlights (March 12, 2024):
- Invitations Issued: 2,850
- Minimum CRS Score: 525
- Program Specified: General
- Tie-breaking Rule: March 12, 2024 at 15:56:42 UTC
Latest Express Entry Pool Breakdown
As of March 12, 2024, the Express Entry Pool comprises 211,487 candidates. Let’s delve into the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score distribution among these candidates:
Category-Based Targeted Express Entry
In May 2023, the Canadian immigration department introduced category-based selection rounds of invitations for candidates who meet the criteria for one of six new Express Entry draw categories:
- Healthcare Occupations
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Professions
- Trades Occupations (including carpenters, plumbers, and contractors)
- Transport Occupations
- Agriculture and Agri-Food Occupations
- Strong French Proficiency
These targeted categories were established after consultations with various stakeholders, including provincial and territorial governments, settlement services, and Canadian businesses and employers. Notably, the IRCC (Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada) has confirmed that these categories will remain unchanged in 2024.
