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The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently carried out a comprehensive Express Entry draw. As it was an all-program round, the draw was open to candidates from the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
On July 04, 2023, the most recent draw took place, with a total of 700 candidates from the Express Entry pool receiving invitations. A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 511 was required for eligibility. This score of 511 also represents the highest recorded in any all-program draw of 2023.
Details of Express Entry Draw #253
Who got the call?
- Number of invitations dispatched: 700
- Rank required for an invitation: 700 or above
- Draw type: All-program
- Round’s date and time: July 04, 2023, 14:23:38 UTC
- CRS score of the least-ranking candidates invited: 511
- Tie-breaking regulation: July 01, 2023, 09:31:32 UTC
In case of more than one candidate with the lowest score, the selection is based on when they submitted their Express Entry profiles.
If you’ve received an invitation
If the IRCC has extended an invitation to apply for Canada PR, a message will appear in your account stating:
- the program you’re invited to apply for
- next steps to follow
Proof of the data supplied in your Express Entry profile must be provided. If the IRCC identifies misinformation or significant omissions in your application, they may:
- reject your application
- declare you ineligible
- prohibit you from applying for any Canadian visa for the next 5 years
Next, verify your eligibility for Canada PR under the program you’ve been invited to apply for. Gaining a comprehensive understanding of the program requirements can better prepare you for the application process.
Express Entry Draws in the Future – 2023
This was the first round of invitations for July, following the first-ever category-specific Express Entry draw on June 08, 2023. The draw on July 4th was unexpected, given that the IRCC had previously announced plans to invite 1,500 Healthcare workers through category-specific selection on July 05, 2023.
Additionally, the IRCC is projected to extend invitations to candidates with work experience in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields, through the first-ever category-specific Express Entry draw for STEM professionals.
The introduction of these new categories is aimed at filling the positions listed on the Canada Occupation In-demand List. Immigration is seen as vital for addressing labor shortages and promoting the use of the French language in French-speaking minority communities outside Quebec.
