IRCC Issues Over 4,000 Invitations in Latest Express Entry French-Language Draw
This draw highlights Canada’s ongoing focus on attracting Francophone talent to support bilingualism and regional labour market needs outside Quebec.
Key Highlights of the October 6, 2025 Express Entry Draw
- Total ITAs issued: 4,500
- Category: French-language proficiency
- Minimum CRS score required: 432
- Tie-breaking rule: Profiles created before June 13, 2025 (7:07 p.m. UTC) were considered.
- This is the largest French-language draw since September 4, 2025, matching the previous draw size of 4,500 ITAs.
- So far in 2025, over 30,000 French-speaking candidates have been invited through Express Entry.
Summary of Express Entry Draws (January – October 2025)
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 6 | French-language proficiency | 4,500 | 432 |
| October 1 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 1,000 | 534 |
| September 29 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 291 | 855 |
| September 18 | Trade occupations | 1,250 | 505 |
| September 17 | Education occupations | 2,500 | 462 |
| September 15 | PNP | 228 | 746 |
| September 4 | French-language proficiency | 4,500 | 446 |
| September 3 | CEC | 1,000 | 534 |
| August 19 | Healthcare & Social Services | 2,500 | 470 |
| July 22 | Healthcare & Social Services | 4,000 | 475 |
| March 21 | French-language proficiency | 7,500 | 379 |
(Full-year summary available on IRCC’s official website)
Express Entry Overview for 2025 (to date)
| Draw Type | Total Number of Draws | Total ITAs Issued |
|---|---|---|
| French-language proficiency | 6 | 30,000 |
| Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 10 | 21,850 |
| Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 18 | 6,947 |
| Healthcare & Social Services | 4 | 7,500 |
| Education | 2 | 3,500 |
| Trade | 1 | 1,250 |
| Total (All Streams)/// | 41 Draws | 70,338 ITAs |
Why This Draw Matters
- The October 6 draw underscores Canada’s emphasis on bilingual immigration and its effort to expand Francophone communities outside Quebec.
- The French-language proficiency stream continues to be the largest Express Entry category of 2025.
- As per IRCC’s targets, Francophone immigration goals are set to increase further in 2026, signaling more such category-based draws.
- The CRS cutoff of 432 suggests opportunities for many skilled candidates fluent in French to secure PR invitations even with moderate CRS scores.
What This Means for Candidates
- Strong French-language proficiency continues to provide a competitive edge under Express Entry.
- Candidates meeting NCLC level 7 or above in French can expect increased chances in upcoming draws.
- Creating or updating your Express Entry profile with accurate language scores and education/work details is crucial to stay eligible.
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