February 2024 Express Entry Draw Overview: Key Highlights

The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have been actively inviting candidates through their Express Entry system. Let’s delve into the details of the February 2024 draws.

General Draw: 2,850 ITAs Issued

• In the first Express Entry draw of the month, the IRCC issued 2,850 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a general draw.
• Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 525 to qualify.

Category-Based Selection Draws: French Language Proficiency

• The month began and ended with category-based selection draws.
• On February 1, the IRCC invited 7,000 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 365.
• The final draw on February 29 invited 2,500 candidates with a minimum score of 336, the lowest CRS score this year.

Additional Category-Based Draws: Occupations

• February 14: The IRCC invited 3,500 candidates in healthcare occupations with a minimum CRS of 422.
• February 16: Invitations went out to 150 candidates in agriculture and agri-food occupations, requiring a minimum score of 437.

General Express Entry Draws

• February 13: The department invited 1,490 candidates with a minimum score of 535.
• February 28: Another draw saw 1,470 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 534.

Conclusion: February was a dynamic month for Express Entry candidates, with a mix of general and category-based draws. As the IRCC continues to shape Canada’s immigration landscape, candidates should stay informed and ready for future opportunities.