Entrée Express: 1,000 Francophones received an invitation today

December 7, 2023 marks an important milestone for the French-speaking community aspiring to settle in Canada. As part of the #273 draw for Entrée Express, an application management system for Canada's economic immigration programs, 1,000 Francophones received an invitation to apply for permanent residency. This initiative is part of Canada's ongoing effort to foster cultural and linguistic diversity within the country, with an emphasis on French language skills.

What is Entrée Express?

Express Entry is an online system used by the Canadian government to manage applications for three main economic programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Programthe Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program. Candidates create profiles which are evaluated and ranked according to several criteria, such as age, education, professional experience and language skills.

Focus on the Francophonie

In the December 7 draw, particular emphasis was placed on candidates with French language skills. It's a testament to Canada's commitment to bilingualism and the promotion of the Francophonie within the country. French-speaking candidates bring not only their language skills, but also a cultural richness that contributes to Canada's multicultural mosaic.

Selection criteria

To be eligible for this invitation, candidates had to achieve a minimum score of 470 points in the Entrée Express ranking system. This score reflects a balance between language skills, professional experience and other factors. In the event of a tie, the tie-breaker rule was applied, giving priority to candidates whose profiles were submitted before 04:45:27 UTC on October 3, 2023.

Une Chance pour les Francophones

This allocation of 1,000 invitations represents a significant opportunity for French speakers wishing to immigrate to Canada. Not only does it offer a pathway to permanent residency, it also opens the door to new professional prospects and a high quality of life in one of the world's safest and most prosperous countries.

The Entrée Express draw on December 7, 2023 is an important milestone in the Canadian government's support for the French-speaking community. It underscores the importance of diversity and linguistic plurality in building an inclusive society. For the 1,000 Francophone candidates invited, it's the start of a new chapter in their lives, full of promise and opportunity in Canada.