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Breaking: 3,749 Candidates Invited to Apply for Immigration to Canada in March 24 Draw

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A Canadian flag in front of a blue skyThe latest Express Entry draw for immigration to Canada, which took place on March 24, has seen another 3,749 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued to candidates in the pool with 441 or more Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. This is the second draw to have taken place through the month of March, and though the gap between the two most recent draws was slightly longer than usual, candidates in the pool — as well as those invited to apply — may well see it as a positive that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to announce at least two draws per month.

In fact, over recent months, more and more candidates have been invited to apply than ever before. At this point last year, a total of 9,465 ITAs had been issued. So far this year, a total of 24,652 ITAs have been issued, an increase of more than 160 percent. Because of this — and because of improvements made to the system towards the end of last year — there has also been a decrease in the CRS requirement year-on-year. Though the CRS cut-off threshold for the March 24 draw was seven points higher than in the March 1 draw, a CRS threshold of 441 is still lower than any threshold for any draw that took place in the entire year of 2016.

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The slight increase in the CRS cut-off threshold since March 1 may be attributed, at least in part, to the slightly longer gap between draws this time around. This may have allowed more candidates to enter the pool between draws than usual, and more candidates in the pool may have been able to increase their CRS score in meantime, for example by obtaining a nomination certificate through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

Candidates who receive an ITA are now in a position to submit an application for Canadian permanent residence to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Accompanying family members, including spouses or common-law partners, as well as dependent children, may also come to Canada along with the principal applicant.

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A CRS threshold of 441 means that it is possible that a candidate who is educated at Bachelor’s Degree level, and who has no work experience in Canada and no additional points for a provincial nomination, or for a job offer, or for previous study in Canada, could obtain an ITA, assuming that he or she has demonstrated advanced proficiency in one of Canada’s official languages (English or French).

A few scenarios

For example, Carmen is a 29-year-old single candidate with advanced English ability. She has completed three years of skilled work abroad, and has never worked or studied in Canada. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree, but no higher level of education. Without a qualifying job offer or a provincial nomination, she is still awarded 441 CRS points, enough to obtain an ITA in the March 24 draw.

Alejandro is 29 years old, with advanced English ability, three years of work experience outside Canada, and a Bachelor’s Degree. His spouse similarly has a Bachelor’s Degree and advanced English, and neither partner has ever worked or studied in Canada. In total, his profile is awarded 443 CRS points.

Myra, 31, has adequate intermediate language ability in English. She has a Master’s Degree and three years of work experience, both obtained outside Canada, but she has also completed a year of work in Canada. This gives her 442 CRS points.

Abilash is 37 years old, with a Bachelor’s Degree and five years of work experience obtained outside Canada. He has adequate intermediate English ability. He entered the pool with 292 CRS points, but having seen that his occupation was in-demand in Saskatchewan’s International Skilled Worker – Express Entry PNP category (which allows eligible candidates to be nominated without a job offer), he prepared and reviewed his documents for that program in anticipation of a future intake period. When such an intake occurred, he reacted quickly and successfully submitted an application. Later, when he obtained his nomination, he updated his Express Entry profile and his points total increased to 892. This was more than enough for him to be awarded an ITA for permanent residence.

“This eagerly awaited draw comes as welcome news for Express Entry candidates, both those who have been invited to apply this around as well as those remaining in the pool. For the latter group, I would encourage staying up to date on all Provincial Nominee Programs, and taking any other possible steps to increase the points total, such as proving a higher language ability or completing additional work experience,” says Attorney David Cohen.

“For eligible individuals and families interested in immigrating to Canada who have not yet created an Express Entry profile, it is important to note that the number of candidates being invited is higher than ever, and 2017 looks like being a groundbreaking year for this immigration system. As such, getting into the pool is the first major step towards realizing your goals.”

The CRS Calculator

Use the CRS Calculator to find out what your score would be under the Comprehensive Ranking System.

To find out if you are eligible to immigrate to Canada permanently, fill out a free online assessment form.
Candidates who receive an ITA and want to learn more about the next steps may complete this short form.

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  10. I have an international graduate who has two year Canadian work experience and two year diploma in Canada as well. I believe the previous minister of immigration said international students should be more welcomed than those who never studied nor worked in Canada. My language score in Celpip is 11 9 8 8 and I have a spouse who has graduated from two year diploma in Canada as well. She is working here in Canada as well. However, my score is sitting at 416. Of course, I am aware i have the opportunity to increase CSR score by doing the language test but I am quite confident that I am competitive among other international students or graduates. In this article, all people have studied and worked outside Canada. I know the government gave additional points to international student for their education but I believe they should give more points who have stayed in Canada and worked.
    To welcome more international students and/or graduates, the government better gave more points to those who work under PGWP or bring down the cut off score.

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  13. That is great opportunity for those people. But, my question is when will be the next draw? Because I missed the March 24 draw.

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  15. I am working as senior site engineer in Dubai in Dubai army airport
    I have 4 years experience
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  17. Bonsoir j besoin votre aide

  18. In Myra’s case, she worked in Canada, so not all the examples have the people outside Canada.

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  20. How can i get this visa

  21. Ok, should’ve said except for Myra or most people, but my point is the same. More people from abroad appears to be invited than international students and graduates. Also, ironically, it gives 427 if I have three year Canadian work experience (will be three years soon), but if I would get 455 points if I had two year Canadian work experience and one year foreign work experience. It’s very ironic and the ministry of immigration must modify the score system on Canadian work experience especially for PGWP holders. how can two Canadian + one foreign work experience is 28 point higher than three year Canadian work experience ? Otherwise, ministry of immigration is encouraging those who don’t posses foreign work experience to go back to their home country (or other countries) and work outside Canada and get more points??

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  23. I have 490 points and did submit the application for express entry but after the draw is out i have still not recieved any email from CIC.
    Please advice.
    Thanks in advance.
    Manoj Pathak

  24. Hi, we have an existing crs point of above 900 points, but on todays draw, which has a ceiling of 441 points, it is strange that we did not get any ITA…how long does it take to receive an ITA if our points exceed the minimum requirement. Any clarification would mean a lot to us. Thank you.

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  35. Hey James, I have same case. please let me know if you get any update.

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  42. Hi Sheeba.
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  52. I am just wondering, how do you calculate the scores from your examples? I have Masters Degree from Canadian University, 8 years of experience at A skills level from overseas. I work in Canada atA skill job for 8 months. My English is at Level 10 based on Canadian bench mark system and I have only 420 points!? I would greatly appreciate if you can clarify your calculations. Thank you.

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  56. Hi,
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    You’ll get an email. Also, you can log into your CIC account and check the status of your EE application. It’s​ status will update to *invited*.

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    my score
    listening 8
    reading 5.5
    writing 6.5
    speaking 6.5

    over all 6.5

    I am associated with hdfc bank as a assistant manager
    have 5 years of work experience of banking.
    Is my score eligible to get a permanent residency in Canada.

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    pl.inform me is there any chance for me.
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  78. Most probably on April 5

  79. I humbly request for the information…….I have applied for PNP….my CSR is 337…..how much time does a province take to nominate an eligible candidate like with with more than 18 years experience……

  80. Agronomic Eng.wants to live and work in canada.from mozambique.My name is guerra

  81. I am 47years old can I apply for this draw.?

  82. I need to be a citizen in Canada because I love in Canada

  83. i applied for manitoba MPNP EOI ..how i know i selected in draw….

  84. how i know i receive an ITA

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  87. learning English get working experience kindly help me sir please.

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  90. I want to work and lived in canada.how can i apply? Im a welder and heavy equipment operator.

  91. I love Canada

  92. I really want to stay in canada with my family.

  93. Hi … i have completed one year master course in western university in London,Canada.after that i got one year work experience .now ,i am still working in Sony trucking company as a driver. What is the proceger for me to apply for pr?

  94. We don’t need anymore migrants in canada.we can’t support the world it’s not realistic.

  95. I wana continue my studies in master degree plz help me to serviv for my country

  96. Are qualified nurses elegible for this programs?

  97. Bonsoir je suis madame Diaby dama Sidibé.je suis détenteur d un diplôme en travail social volet développement social.j aimerais aller m installé au Canada précisément a Québec avec mon mari qui est aussi détenteur d un diplôme en sociologie.on aimerais y travailler

  98. Canada is a bestcountry to work
    and to be permanent residence

  99. Bonjour
    J’aimerai savoir comment faire pour s’inscrire sur les listes de la loterie Canadienne, merci d’avance

  100. I would like to give 10 out of 10 to canada as it is my dream country…. Canada m coming
    My love to every Canadian bcoz the people there are so humble I heard

  101. hi,
    i am a mother of two little kids under 5years old.i did masters in national language.please i want to settle in canada.please help me in this matter.

  102. Totally devasted that CRS points increased this draw. I’m in the pool of candidates, with a CRS score of 424. Last year my points was 429 (lost 5 points because of age).

    I did not receive a NOI from Ontario province. Not sure what is missing. Hope IRCC reduce their CRS points to atleast 400.

  103. Canada is best country I want to apply learn Accounting degree
    At first take my love and respect
    Futher i will think poor men i.will Help god help you.kindly help me.

  104. I just want to visit CANADA for a seminar which I pay and I apply I was denied and said I have no traveling experience which I have be to Belize ,Benin,Dubai and togo I don’t know what De need and I have a good statement of accounts

  105. Lots of International student including me are going through the same problem, some of them even moved to other province because even if they have 2 years of Canadian work experience , their CRS is only 415-420 maximum and never expect to get an ITA. I have planned to move to other province because of that reason and u r right they should give more points for education and work in Canada.

  106. Good Knowledge, Good Education, Good Thinking is make sure to successfull human. I want provide to my family better atmospheric place. This reason that I am applying Canada immigration.
    Thanks a lot.

  107. Good Knowledge, Good Education & Good Thinking is make sure to successfully human. I want provide my family better atmospheric place. This reason that I am applying Canada immigration
    Thanks a lot.

  108. Hi
    I had a Batchelor degree and have a experience of 13 years in sales management. I am currently general manager of that company my desire to work in canda in any field I know that I can succeed and I can accept any responsibility any challenge of my success.

  109. What’s the best way for me to go to Canada? I’m w/ 23 y experience in my profession as a Dentist,here in the Philippines,I’m 48 yo now. Pls help. Thanks & God bless

  110. God bless Canada

  111. hi I have a Spanish Seaman Diploma I want to come for seaman jobs.

  112. I will like to live and work in canada with my family. I need your assistance. Thank you

  113. I applied for O.L. for sep intake. N i got 89% in intermediate but i want to knw what i the process for applying for scholarship. From Asia.

  114. First apply for offer letter to ur relavence course where u wana study. n u should go to any consultant nearby u in ur city.

  115. Am interested to know how this works. I meed more information.

  116. Age has majority of points.

  117. Canada is best country for business.

  118. Hi Jimin Jung

    I don’t have Canadian work experience or a Canadian degree. My CRS score is 424. I am the principle applicant and my wife is secondary applicant. Both our credentials are combined to achieve this score. To improve our score, we either need Canadian work experience or a Canadian degree!

    I’ve maxed out my IELTS score (L: 8.5, R: 8.5, W: 7.5, S: 7.5) My wife will try IELTS again in April to see if we can improve our CRS points. Good luck!

  119. I want to come Canada help me

  120. I want to get job in Canada because is peaceful county may be my dream become reality

  121. All people need Canada visa I’m think close immigration please please

  122. All people he say Canada please close immigration tank you

  123. want to go

  124. I want to go Canada sir Canada is favourite country… yu giving a job work there I will happy sir pls reply back…

  125. It is unbelievable that the age range favored by the system is less than 30.

    Most interested people neither have Canadian experience not education but may well have studied and worked in the US or UK, but the system is so shortsighted to the plight of the true intending immigrants.

    Some people have no connection or ties to Canada. Canada makes the whole thing look so flexible and non-discriminatory but truth be told, if you’re a decent helpless person just seeking a better life and you’re thinking Canada is the way to go, you gotta think twice. Canada is not for everybody plus it’s now just being viewed as a total brain drain.

    Very cold and dark place but they’ll not have an immigration bonanza that’ll address mainly decency and willingness to become a good Canadian.

    Your character never matters to them now, you just gotta learn that although they say there are multicultural and welcoming and warm to newcomers, they’re really just cold and not very open.

    They have schemes designed to filter you out because you didn’t make their now increasing comprehensive ranking score….

    I can go on and on.

  126. Dear sir
    i am from nepal. but my dream home is canada. my family and faincial condition is very difficult. please take to me your country.if you really get the golden chance.i will do my best .love you canada visa team

  127. I want to work and live in canada together with my families.

  128. intersiting for visiting canada

  129. I want to go Canada. I have submitted my all documents to my lowyer.Actually my husband is the main applicant. He got only 347 points. What steps should we follow to make our whole process faster? Could you please help us.

  130. I want to Canada because canada is a very good country.please help me to go to Canada.

  131. Love to immigrate to Canada with my n spouse and kid..interested to know more on this program

  132. I have 5 years experience in mechanical work at shah alloys limited santej india. my qualification is bechral of arts ( B.A. ) pass currently with experience of working technical with GGoverment certificat technical 4 years exp …

  133. Any one knows the status on the draw for the annual quota of 10,000 PR’s for parents or grandparents category for 2017 ? Interest’s were filled in the month of January and draw was supposed to have taken place after 30 days period for which it was open. In accordance with the new rules announced, either way the applicants were supposed to have received an email intimation if selected or otherwise. However, there seems to be no communication or updates on this.

  134. I want to live in Canada with my family. If given a chance, I’m a Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration graduate. I worked as caregiver in the United States for 12 years since 2005 up to the present. Thank you

  135. I am from India. I have applied for mpnp in July. Can you just tell me when will the next draw taken out? Draw no 28?

  136. How do I apply because I want to apply?.

  137. How & when do the draw takes place ? I want to apply for the draw.

  138. How can I migrate to Canada with my children to work there? I have filled the online assessment form .

  139. Hello Canada
    My name is Lucky i Just want to beg for help from Canada becouse Canada is a blessed land pls i am here in spain i have no work and i am a very good worker but there is no work in enywher in spain pls Canada i really need a big help from Canada is only god no how i use to manage to live pls by the name of jesus i need Canada…

  140. i’m very interested to immigrate to canade with my wife and my 2 babies, actually i’m working in banking sester. i’m looking foraward for your response.

    Best Regards.

  141. Hj,
    I need some information . My sister has got 329 points in CRS , she has intermediate English plus 10 years plus teaching experience I am also resident in Canada as a permanent resident. What’s the way to increase her CRs points.
    Thanks

  142. Please how do I get an acceptance letter from Canada???

  143. if possible can we get the list of some of the job ?

  144. J aimerai aller au Canada pour travailler et développer ma connaissance

  145. Hi how are you ? i leave in Rwanda but am from Republican Democratic Republic of Congo in Masisi , i studied in Rwanda my A- level and continued Degree in Accounting,

    And i would love to apply for Nationality in Canada because in my mind i know that CANADA is a peaceful country in the world , Another thing is that am now 43 approaching 44 in August .

  146. Canada is not only a country to live in but a better opportunity to live the way you love to.

  147. I live in sweden and heve,n any permenant resident. I can live in somali becouse my family live in sweden. I have not some one help me in Somalia.

  148. I am Arushi and I had filed my profile for express entry on April 21 with a score of 454. I wanted to know the schedule of the next draw (the latest draw was on 19th April).

  149. Hello…
    I have 8 bands in IELTS and I have done Masters in English. I have a work experience of 1.5 year as an Assistant Professor in English. I have continuous 8 months of experience as an assistant Professor and then after a gap of 2 months I have 10 months if experience.. the working hours in my first job were 36/ weeks and in second it was 40 per week. There is a gap because my contract was over and during these two months there were no classes in the university where I used to teach.
    Am I eligible to apply for express entry or this gap is unacceptable?

  150. I need a job in canada. I have my certificates and experience at Escol computer institute as receptionist in Nepal (Hetauda). I am from middle class family so, it is hard to fullfil my needs here in nepal. I will do anything. Please sir/madam try to understand my problems i will never forget your kindness.
    Thankyou

  151. Sir,
    My name is krunal and i am from jesarva, anand,gujarat.I am completed mba hr in 2016 with first class. I am planning for abroad and i give ielts exam in academic.After that, I got a 5.5 band, like listening-5.5, reading-5.0,writing-5.5, speaking-5.5, overall= 5.5 band. This result is valid for student visa and i have apply for student visa.