In this draw, the immigration department invited 6,000 candidates with proven French-language proficiency to apply for permanent residence in Canada.
To be selected, candidates needed to meet the following criteria:
- []A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 399
- []An active Express Entry profile created before 11:43 p.m. (UTC) on August 24, 2025
What This Means for Candidates (IMGs & Francophones)- This is a strong signal for Francophone applicants, especially those outside Quebec, as Canada continues to prioritize French-speaking immigrants.
- A CRS cut-off of 399 is significantly lower than recent general draws, making Express Entry more accessible.
- International Medical Graduates (IMGs) with French skills may gain a competitive advantage, even with moderate CRS scores.
- []Candidates with intermediate or advanced French should strongly consider adding or updating
- This trend suggests that language-based and targeted draws will continue to play a major role in 2025–2026.
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