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On September 28, 2023, the Canadian government initiated the inaugural First Category-Specific Draw for Agriculture and agri-food occupations (2023-1) under the Express Entry system. This marked a pivotal moment, as the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) had not previously extended any Express Entry invitations to this specific category throughout the year. Nonetheless, this momentous occasion saw the IRCC inviting 600 candidates to proceed with their applications for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) Visa.
#267 Express Entry Draw- key points
- No. of invitations issued: 600
- Rank required: 600 or above
- Round Date and time: September 28, 2023, at 16:45:09 UTC
- CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 354
- Tie-breaking rule: June 12, 2023, at 10:23:21 UTC
Eligibility Criteria for Participation:
- Have at least 6 months of paid, full-time work experience within the last 3 years
- Having work history corresponding to 3 NOC codes related to agriculture and agri-food category
- Fulfillment of all additional prerequisites associated with the Express Entry pathway
Regarding Future Express Entry Programs:
IRCC has not set any predetermined schedule for subsequent Express Entry draws; Therefore, the exact dates remain uncertain. Traditionally, the IRCC has orchestrated Express Entry draws biweekly on Wednesdays. However, variations exist, with draws sometimes appearing on different working days and the interval between successive draws fluctuating.
For those aspiring to secure a spot in upcoming Express Entry draws, especially in the Agri-Food Sector, staying informed and prepared is crucial to optimizing the prospects of receiving an invitation to apply for Canadian PR Visa.
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Source: canada.ca
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