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Canada has once again reinforced its commitment to strengthening Francophone immigration outside Quebec through a large Express Entry draw focused on French-speaking candidates. In the latest round of invitations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a French Language Proficiency category-based draw, inviting thousands of candidates with strong French skills. On December 17, 2025, IRCC issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under Ministerial Instructions #388. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was 399, making this one of the most accessible Express Entry draws of the year for Francophone candidates. Express Entry Draw Results, December 17, 2025 Program: French Language Proficiency (Version 1)Number of Invitations Issued: 6,000Minimum CRS Score: 399Rank Required: 6,000 or aboveDate & Time of Round: December 17, 2025 at 12:26:48 UTCTie-Breaking Rule: August 24, 2025 at 23:43:05 UTC Under IRCC’s tie-breaking rule, candidates with a CRS score of 399 were invited only if they had submitted their Express Entry profile on or before August 24, 2025, at 23:43:05 UTC. Why This French Language Proficiency Draw Is Important French-language Express Entry draws are a key pillar of Canada’s immigration strategy, aimed at increasing Francophone communities outside Quebec. This draw helps to: With a relatively low CRS cut-off of 399, this draw highlights the strong advantage given to candidates who demonstrate high French language proficiency. Express Entry Snapshot, French Language Proficiency Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score December 17, 2025 6,000 399 This round underscores IRCC’s continued reliance on category-based selection to meet targeted immigration objectives and attract skilled French-speaking talent from around the world. 🎉 Congratulations to the 6,000 candidates who received invitations!Your French language skills have brought you one step closer to becoming a Canadian permanent resident.

Canada continues its steady stream of immigration invitations with the latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Express Entry draw, held on September 29, 2025. A total of 291 invitations were issued to candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 855. Express Entry Draw Results – September 29, 2025 As always, the tie-breaking rule was applied when multiple candidates had the minimum CRS score of 855, with invitations given based on the date and time Express Entry profiles were submitted. Why the PNP Draw Matters The Provincial Nominee Program plays a vital role in Canada’s immigration system, allowing provinces and territories to select candidates who meet their unique labour market and economic needs. Candidates nominated through PNP receive an additional 600 CRS points, significantly boosting their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA). This targeted draw highlights how provinces are leveraging Express Entry to fill regional skill gaps, ensuring that newcomers bring the expertise needed to support economic growth and strengthen local communities. Express Entry – PNP Snapshot Draw Date Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score September 29, 2025 291 855 With this latest draw, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reinforces its commitment to working with provinces and territories to attract skilled talent. Congratulations to the 291 candidates who received their invitations, an important milestone on their path to permanent residence in Canada!