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5900 STEM candidates invited to the new occupation-specific Express Entry draw

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On December 8, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second occupation-specific Express Entry draw for STEM candidates and issued 5,900 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to qualified Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) professionals.  In round #274, the cut-off score was 481 points, 5 points fewer than the previous draw for STEM candidates.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was November 25, 2023, at 09:48:36 UTC.  As of December 5, 2023, there were 217,370 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool.  This year, Canada issued 106,871 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. Category-based Rounds of Invitations Candidates in the Express Entry pool who are eligible for a specific category established by the Minister to meet an identified economic goal are invited in category-based rounds of invitations. Candidates for permanent residence are invited to apply based on criteria such as: The ability to communicate in a specific official language. Work experience in a specific occupation is required. education. Category-based rounds add general and program-specific rounds by inviting top-tier candidates who can contribute to the achievement of these specific economic objectives. Categories selected for 2023 These categories have been chosen for 2023: Proficiency in French is required. Occupations in healthcare. Jobs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Occupations in the trades. Transportation jobs. Agriculture and agri-food jobs. STEM candidates in the occupation-specific Express Entry draws On May 31, 2023, the Government of Canada launched a category-based selection for Express Entry, allowing IRCC to invite prospective permanent residents with specific skills, training, or language ability.  This year, invitations will focus on candidates with strong French language proficiency or experience in:  healthcare,  STEM professions,  trades,  transport,  agriculture, and  agri-food.  Category-based selection supports Canada’s commitment to welcoming skilled workers into communities nationwide.   If you want to know more details about “5900 STEM candidates invited in the new occupation-specific Express Entry draw” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Ottawa held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates

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On December 7, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates. In round #273, IRCC issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to francophone candidates.  The cut-off score of this draw was 470 points, 16 points fewer than the previous draw for this category.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was October 3, 2023, at 04:45:27 UTC.  As of December 5, 2023, there were 217,370 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, Canada issued 100,971 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. Express Entry Draw #273 was limited to candidates fluent in French, highlighting Canada’s growing interest in attracting people with linguistic skills. The initiative aimed to support the country’s being bilingual and promote diversity among its citizens. Which Express Entry candidates are the most likely to be invited to apply? Candidate Composition in the Current Express Entry Pool As of December 5, 2023, the Express Entry pool includes candidates from the following CRS score ranges: CRS Score Range Candidates Invited 501-600 5,457 Candidates 451-500 60,014 Candidates 491-500 6,634 Candidates 481-490 10,335 Candidates 471-480 17,312 Candidates 461-470 14,165 Candidates 451-460 11,568 Candidates 401-450 53,502 Candidates 441-450 10,885 Candidates 431-440 11,111 Candidates 421-430 9,973 Candidates 411-420 10,608 Candidates 401-410 10,925 Candidates 351-400 58,457 Candidates 301-350 30,148 candidates 0-300 5,267 Candidates Total 217,370 Candidates Francophone candidates’ Eligibility criteria You must be fluent in French to be qualified for the French-Language Proficiency category. Have a minimum score of 7 on the Niveaux de Compétence Linguistique Canadiens (NCLC) in all four language abilities such as writing, reading, listening, and speaking. Complete all of the conditions outlined in the invitation round’s instructions. Join our RSS Feed    If you want to know more details about “Ottawa held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

Express Entry draw 272

Canada held a new Express Entry draw 272 and issued 4,750 ITAs

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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4,750 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates under the Express Entry draw 272 on December 6, 2023. In this draw, IRCC invited candidates under all immigration programs.  In the latest round of invitations, the cut-off score was 561 points, 61 points more than in the previous all-program draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was November 8, 2023, at 06:00:13 UTC.  As of December 5, 2023, there are 217,370 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. In 2023, Canada issued 99,971 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. This year, Canada has held the following Express entry draws: There are 18 all-program draws. There are five PNP draws. Five draws are aimed specifically at French speakers. Three draws are aimed specifically at healthcare occupations. One draw is aimed specifically at STEM occupations. One draw is aimed at skilled tradespeople. One draw was specifically for Federal Skilled Worker candidates. One draw focuses on transportation jobs. One draw was aimed specifically at agriculture and agri-food occupations. Important Factors Considered for the Express Entry Candidates Factors considered for express entry candidates included ITAs by program, province, score, age, and occupation. Most successful were Canadian Experience Class applicants in their 20s, often software engineers planning to live in Ontario. By program, 45% of ITAs went to the CEC, 30% to FSWP, and 26% to the PNP. Almost half of all ITA recipients planned to reside in Ontario, followed by British Columbia, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. Click here to read the complete details. Join our RSS Feed    If you want to know more details about “Canada held a new Express Entry draw and issued 4,750 ITAs” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Which Express Entry candidates are most likely to receive an Invitation to Apply?

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The Canadian Government released data on Express Entry candidates who most often have received an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence. The data, covering January to September 2023, showed 53,455 ITAs issued. Express Entry manages applications for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, Canadian Experience Class, and part of the Provincial Nominee Program.  Important Factors for the Express Entry Candidates Factors considered for express entry candidates included ITAs by program, province, score, age, and occupation. Most successful were Canadian Experience Class applicants in their 20s, often software engineers planning to live in Ontario. By program, 45% of ITAs went to the CEC, 30% to FSWP, and 26% to the PNP. Almost half of all ITA recipients planned to reside in Ontario, followed by British Columbia, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. Program: When the number of candidates in each of the three programs run by the Express Entry system is broken down, the majority of invitations were sent to CEC candidates. About 45%, or 23,910, ITAs were given to candidates from this program.  Express Entry Draws 2023 Between January and September of this year, FSWP candidates were given approximately 30% of all Express Entry ITAs (15,855 ITAs), while PNP candidates were given roughly 26% (13,655 ITAs). During these nine months, there were no ITAs for FSTP candidates. Province: Approximately half of all ITAs were given to applicants who intended to go to Ontario. Nova Scotia, British Columbia, and Alberta were the next three provinces in order of the total number of ITAs. CRS Score: Approximately 50% of the candidates obtained an ITA based on their CRS score between 451 and 500, whereas very few candidates scored higher than 600. Age: With 28,970 candidates in their 20s, the age range of 19–29 comprised the majority of candidates who received ITAs. Occupation: NOC 21231: Across all three programs, software engineers and designers were the most popular occupations in Canada. Software engineers and designers and information system analysts and consultants were among the most popular job titles. Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “Which Express Entry candidates are most likely to receive an Invitation to Apply” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Ottawa held the largest healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw of 2023

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On October 26, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw and issued 3,600 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates working in healthcare occupations.  In round #271, the cut-off score was 431 points, 32 points fewer than in the previous healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was May 24, 2023, at 19:47:51 UTC.  As of October 23, 2023, there were 214,873 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool.  As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. This year, Canada issued 95,221 ITAs in 35 Express Entry draws. Eligible Occupations For Healthcare-targeted Express Entry Draw The following list has the 35 occupations that are eligible for invitations to the Express Entry round of the 2023 category-based rounds of invitations: 31112 – Audiologists and speech-language pathologists 31201 – Chiropractors 31110 – Dentists 31121 – Dieticians and nutritionists 41320 – Education counselors 31102 – General practitioners and family physicians 42203 – Instructors of persons with disabilities 31204 – Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment 32101 – Licensed practical nurses 32201 – Massage therapists 33101 – Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations 32120 – Medical laboratory technologists 32121 – Medical radiation technologists 32122 – Medical sonographers 33102 – Nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates 31302 – Nurse practitioners 31300 – Nursing co-ordinators and supervisors 31203 – Occupational therapists 31111 – Optometrists 33109 – Other assisting occupations in support of health services 32209 – Other practitioners of natural healing 31209 – Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating 32109 – Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment 32102 – Paramedical occupations 33103 – Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants 31303 – Physician assistants, midwives, and allied health professionals 31202 – Physiotherapists 31200 – Psychologists 31301 – Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses 32103 – Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists, and cardiopulmonary technologists 31100 – Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine 31101 – Specialists in surgery 41301 – Therapists in counseling and related specialized therapies 32200 – Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists 31103 – Veterinarians Latest Express Entry Draws updates About Category-based Draws of the Express Entry It indicates that Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) requirements for category-based draws are fewer than those for all-program draws. This pattern is supported by the recent hiring of healthcare professionals. On May 31, 2023, the Government of Canada launched a category-based selection for Express Entry, allowing IRCC to invite prospective permanent residents with specific skills, training, or language ability.  This year, invitations will focus on candidates with strong French language proficiency or experience in:  healthcare,  STEM professions,  trades,  transport,  agriculture, and  agri-food.  Category-based selection supports Canada’s commitment to welcoming skilled workers into communities nationwide.  Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “Ottawa held the largest healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw of 2023” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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IRCC held a new Express Entry draw for French Speaking candidates

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On October 25, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency candidates. In round #270, IRCC issued 300 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to francophone candidates.  The cut-off score of this draw was 486 points, 14 points more than the previous draw for this category.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was September 30, 2023, at 04:22:17 UTC.  As of October 23, 2023, there were 214,873 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, Canada issued 91,621 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. French-Language Proficiency Category Eligibility criteria You must be fluent in French to be qualified for the French-Language Proficiency category. Have a minimum score of 7 on the Niveaux de Compétence Linguistique Canadiens (NCLC) in all four language abilities such as writing, reading, listening, and speaking. Complete all of the conditions outlined in the invitation round’s instructions. About the Express Entry system The Canadian government uses Express Entry, an online system, to organize and process applications for skilled workers who want to immigrate to Canada and get Canadian permanent residence status. Express Entry will result in processing times of six months or less for potential skilled foreign workers. Express Entry manages permanent residency applications under three federal economic immigration programs. Federal Skilled Worker Program Federal Skilled Trades Program Canadian Experience Class Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “IRCC held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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IRCC held a new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw

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On October 24, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw and issued 1,548 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in the fifth PNP-targeted Express Entry draw of the year.  Details of the new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw In round #269, IRCC issued 1,548 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates, the cut-off score was 776 points, 85 points more than in the previous PNP-targeted Express Entry draw.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was July 7, 2023, at 07:28:57 UTC.  As of October 23, 2023, there were 214,873 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. In 2023, Canada issued 91,321 invitations through the regular Express Entry draws. As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. Canada has held the following Express Entry draws this year: 17 all-program draws. Five PNP draws. Four draws targeted at French speakers. Two draws targeted at healthcare occupations. One draw targeted at STEM occupations One draw targeted at skilled trades. One draw targeted at Federal Skilled Worker candidates. One draw targeted transport jobs. One draw targeted agriculture and agri-food occupations. About the Comprehensive Ranking System  (CRS) Most Express Entry profile submissions in 2022 were made by people with CRS scores between 301 and 500. The CRS serves as a basis for the Express Entry application management system. A CRS score is made up of two parts: core points and bonus points.  These criteria help in assessing an applicant’s probability of success in the Canadian employment market. A candidate’s maximum CRS score is 1,200 points – 600 points for the core component and 600 points for the bonus points component. All information submitted at the profile submission stage to generate a CRS score is self-reported and must be backed with sufficient proof from the candidate at the application stage, or the application may be declined.  The person’s human capital is assessed under the core points by the attributes such as:  age,  education,  official language proficiency, and  work experience. Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “IRCC held a new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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IRCC invited 3,725 candidates in the new all-program Express Entry draw 268

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On October 10, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 3,725 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates under the new all-program Express Entry draw 268.  Details of the new all-program Express Entry draw 268 Under the new all-program Express Entry draw #268, 3,725 applicants were invited and in this draw, IRCC invited candidates under all immigration programs. In the latest round of invitations, the cut-off score was 500 points, 4 points fewer than in the previous all-program draw.  The tie-breaking rule for this round was October 2, 2023, at 15:25:30 UTC.  As of October 10, 2023, there are 213,592 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool.  In 2023, Canada issued 89,773 ITAs through the Express Entry draws. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System score for the October 10 draw was 500, which was four points lower than the previous all-program draw on September 26. As a candidate, you can work with an immigration specialist. Fill out the form to Get an assessment from an experienced and licensed immigration consultant. In 2023, Canada has held the following draws: 17 all-program draws. Four PNP draws. Four draws targeted at French speakers. Two draws targeted at healthcare occupations. One draw targeted at STEM occupations One draw targeted at skilled trades. One draw targeted at Federal Skilled Worker candidates. One draw targeted transport jobs. One draw targeted agriculture and agri-food occupations. After inviting 45,115 candidates in total in 2022, IRCC has now granted 89,773 ITAs in 2023. Over of the Express Entry Year-End Report 2022 On September 25, 2023, the Government of Canada published the Express Entry Year-End Report for 2022. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the Express Entry. As the Government published the Express Entry Year-End Report for 2022, there were:  428,391 Express Entry profiles were submitted, a 3% decrease from 2021 but a 19% increase from 2020.  At least 74% of the profiles were eligible for one of the immigration programs managed by Express Entry, with no change from 2021.  Men submitted more profiles (238,382) than women (189,881), with the proportion unchanged at 56% and 44%, respectively.  The ratio of eligible profiles remained the same for men (71%) from 2020 to 2022, but there was a slight increase for women in 2022 (78%). Express Entry candidates are no longer required to provide upfront medical examination On September 29, 2023, the Government of Canada implemented changes to the medical examination requirement for Express Entry applicants. As of October 1, 2023, upfront medical examinations are no longer mandatory during the application process. Instead, applicants are advised to await instructions before proceeding with a medical examination. Applicants must complete a medical examination within 30 days of receiving the instructions. This modification aims to simplify the application process and ensure that medical examinations are carried out at the appropriate time. Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “IRCC invited 3,725 candidates in the new all-program Express Entry draw” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

Express Entry Year-End Report 2022

Canada published Express Entry Year-End Report 2022

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On September 25, 2023, the Government of Canada published the Express Entry Year-End Report 2022. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the Express Entry, which was launched in January 2015, and is Canada’s flagship application management system for three federal high-skilled permanent economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) the Canadian experience class (CEC) It also manages a portion of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Express Entry is an effective tool for bringing in workers with the skills and training required to meet Canada’s growing economic needs and address labor market shortages. Express Entry Year-End Report 2022 As the Government published the Express Entry Year-End Report for 2022, there were:  428,391 Express Entry profiles were submitted, a 3% decrease from 2021 but a 19% increase from 2020.  At least 74% of the profiles were eligible for one of the immigration programs managed by Express Entry, with no change from 2021.  Men submitted more profiles (238,382) than women (189,881), with the proportion unchanged at 56% and 44%, respectively.  The ratio of eligible profiles remained the same for men (71%) from 2020 to 2022, but there was a slight increase for women in 2022 (78%). Express Entry Draws overview Changes to Express Entry in 2022 IRCC adopted the new National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, created by Employment and Social Development Canada and Statistics Canada, on November 16, 2022. The NOC is used by the IRCC to develop and assess occupational eligibility criteria for various immigration programs. NOC 2021 made structural adjustments by replacing skill-level groups with categories for Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibility (TEER). With the implementation of the NOC 2021, 16 new jobs were eligible under the FSWP and CEC, as well as eight new occupations under the FSTP.  Under the FSWP and CEC, 16 new occupations were eligible, while the FSTP added 8 new occupations. Among these are, but are not limited to, a number of in-demand jobs such as transport truck drivers bus drivers teaching assistants several occupations in the health field About the Comprehensive Ranking System Most Express Entry profile submissions in 2022 were made by people with CRS scores between 301 and 500. The CRS serves as a basis for the EE application management system. A CRS score is made up of two parts: core points and bonus points. These criteria help in assessing an applicant’s probability of success in the Canadian employment market. A candidate’s maximum CRS score is 1,200 points – 600 points for the core component and 600 points for the bonus points component. All information submitted at the profile submission stage to generate a CRS score is self-reported and must be backed with sufficient proof from the candidate at the application stage, or the application may be declined. The person’s human capital attributes (e.g., age, education, official language proficiency, work experience) are assessed under the core points. Overview of the ITAs issued by language proficiency in 2022 In general, those with stronger first official language proficiency received more ITAs in 2022, according to their Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB)/Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadien (NCLC) score. The following table lists the number of ITAs awarded to applicants at each CLB/NCLC level in 2022, in order of score: CLB/NCLC 4: 7 ITAs issued CLB/NCLC 5: 817 ITAs issued CLB/NCLC 6: 2,094 ITAs issued CLB/NCLC 7: 9,444 ITAs issued CLB/NCLC 8: 8,709 ITAs issued CLB/NCLC 9: 15,587 ITAs issued CLB/NCLC 10: 9,881 ITAs issued Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “The Government of Canada published Express Entry Year-End Report 2022” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Express Entry candidates are no longer required to provide upfront medical examination

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On September 29, 2023, the Government of Canada implemented changes to the upfront medical examination requirement for Express Entry applicants. As of October 1, 2023, upfront medical examinations are no longer mandatory during the application process.  Instead, applicants are advised to await instructions before proceeding with a medical examination. Applicants must complete a medical examination within 30 days of receiving the instructions. This modification aims to simplify the application process and ensure that medical examinations are carried out at the appropriate time.  IRCC Instructions for Express Entry candidates who have already completed an IME If you have already completed An immigration medical exam (IME) as part of a previous application (for example, to work or study in Canada) and are presently residing in Canada, you may not need to do so again when applying for permanent residence.  When the panel physician finished your evaluation, he or she would have handed you a information printout sheet and IMM 1017B Upfront Medical Report form When applying online, please include a copy of these documents or your IME number (or unique medical identifying number) from your prior medical exam. Join our RSS Feed    Want to know more details about “Express Entry candidates are no longer required to provide upfront medical examination” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@test.immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates