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Canada Invites 5,000 Express Entry Candidates in French Draw with Lowest Cut-Off Score Since March 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence in its latest category-based Express Entry draw targeting French-language proficiency. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score dropped to 382 points, marking the lowest CRS threshold recorded for this category since March 2025. Draw Highlights and Qualification Criteria To qualify for the French-Language Proficiency category under Express Entry, candidates must meet basic program eligibility (FSWP, CEC, or FSTP) and demonstrate language skills in French equivalent to a minimum of NCLC 7 (Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens) across speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Significant Score …
Ontario Opens EOI Portal for New Ontario Workforce Priority Stream (OWPS)
In a major milestone for provincial immigration in 2026, the Government of Ontario officially opened the Expression of Interest (EOI) portal for its redesigned Ontario Workforce Priority Stream (OWPS) on August 4, 2026. Portal Opening Details The opening of the online portal allows eligible foreign nationals and local businesses to submit new EOI profiles through the OINP e-Filing Portal. This operational launch marks the first phase of Ontario’s comprehensive OINP redesign following the sunsetting of legacy streams in late May 2026. Three Core Pathways Under OWPS The Ontario Workforce Priority Stream now serves as the primary route for employer-sponsored provincial …
