November 2024 Express Entry Draw What PNP Candidates Need to Know

On November 12, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted an Express Entry draw aimed at candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This draw aligns with Canada’s plan to meet labor needs across different provinces.

Key Highlights of the Draw In this recent draw, IRCC issued 733 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates nominated through a PNP stream.

CRS Score Requirement To receive an invitation, candidates needed a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 812. This higher score reflects the additional 600 points granted through a provincial nomination, making these draws competitive.

Canada’s Express Entry system continues to focus on attracting skilled immigrants to meet job demands, especially through provincial programs. Those interested in improving their chances of an ITA should consider exploring PNP options that align with their skills and experience.

Overview of the October 23 Draw On October 23, 2024, IRCC held an Express Entry draw inviting 1,800 candidates for trade occupations. This was notable as the first targeted draw for non-French speakers since July.

First November Draw and New Immigration Goals This November draw follows the release of Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan for 2025, where IRCC plans to welcome 124,680 Express Entry candidates next year. Successful candidates in the November 12 draw will contribute to this target, either under the “In-Canada Focus” initiative or the Federal Economic Priorities category.

Focus on Current Residents and Federal Economic Priorities Canada’s 2025 immigration strategy places a strong emphasis on helping people already in Canada to transition to permanent residency. The new “In-Canada Focus” aims to admit 82,980 residents, especially those with temporary status who wish to stay long-term. This group is projected to make up around 40% of economic admissions in 2025, mainly through the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or PNP.

2025 Targets for Federal Economic Priorities The Federal Economic Priorities category aims for 41,700 permanent resident admissions in 2025. This category seeks skilled workers in fields like healthcare, trades, and others with high job demand, as well as those with French language skills (outside Quebec).

Canada’s In-Canada Focus for 2025-2027 The Immigration Levels Plan for 2025-2027 reveals Canada’s new emphasis on the “In-Canada Focus,” prioritizing candidates already residing in Canada, such as international students and temporary foreign workers.

In-Canada Focus: What It Means The In-Canada Focus is a shift to streamline the process for temporary residents to become permanent. It’s designed to recognize the contributions of people who have studied or worked in Canada, helping to address labor shortages, promote economic growth, and facilitate integration.

Supporting Economic Growth by Retaining Temporary Residents The 2025-2027 immigration plan aims to boost Canadian Experience Class (CEC) numbers within Express Entry. This program prioritizes individuals with Canadian work or study experience, who are already familiar with Canadian life and can quickly fill roles in high-need areas like:

     ▲ Healthcare
     ▲ Technology
     ▲ Construction
     ▲ Manufacturing

Express Entry Rounds in October 2024 Canada's Express Entry system was active in October with several rounds targeting specific skilled worker categories. Below is a summary of each draw in October:

This latest draw reaffirms Canada’s commitment to attracting skilled immigrants and meeting its labor market demands through innovative immigration strategies.