October 2024: State of the Express Entry Pool
After a busy August and July, September saw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) slow down Express Entry draws. In September, the immigration department held three Express Entry draws, continuing to prioritize domestic and francophone candidates to apply for permanent residence (PR).
What draws occurred in September?
In September, IRCC issued nearly 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in three draws:
| Draw Number | Date | Round Type | ITAs Issued | CRS Cut-off Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 313 | September 9th, 2024 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 911 | 732 |
| 314 | September 13th, 2024 | French language proficiency | 1,000 | 446 |
| 315 | September 19th, 2024 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 4,000 | 509 |
What is the current distribution of scores in the pool?
As of September 19th, 2024, the breakdown of scores within the Express Entry pool is as follows:
| CRS Score Range | Number of Candidates |
|---|---|
| 0-300 | 5,457 |
| 301-350 | 23,613 |
| 351-400 | 51,137 |
| 401-410 | 10,387 |
| 411-420 | 10,598 |
| 421-430 | 10,102 |
| 431-440 | 11,528 |
| 441-450 | 10,655 |
| 451-460 | 11,035 |
| 461-470 | 12,690 |
| 471-480 | 14,582 |
| 481-490 | 12,110 |
| 491-500 | 11,352 |
| 501-600 | 11,752 |
| 601-1200 | 764 |