On August 13, 2024, Canada held its first Express Entry draw for this month, where it issued a total of 763 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) targeting candidates within the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This round required a minimum of 690 points in the Comprehensive Ranking System.
This draw showcases Canada’s continued effort to have more skilled immigration through the Express Entry system and, more importantly, through a nomination by the provinces.
Summary of Recent Express Entry Draws:
| Draw No. | Date | Immigration Program | Invitations Issued |
|———-|—————|———————————–|———————|
| 308 | August 13, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 763 |
| 307 | July 31, 2024 | Canadian Experience Class | 5,000 |
| 306 | July 30, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 964 |
| 305 | July 18, 2024 | French Language Proficiency | 1,800 |
| 304 | July 17, 2024 | Canadian Experience Class | 6,300 |
| 303 | July 16, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 1,391 |
| 302 | July 08, 2024 | French Language Proficiency | 3,200 |
| 301 | July 05, 2024 | Healthcare Occupations | 3,750 |
| 300 | July 04, 2024 | Trade Occupations | 1,800 |
| 299 | July 02, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program | 920 |
For those looking to apply for Express Entry, Immigration District is available to assist with the application process.