Canada Issues 5,500 Invitations in French-Language Express Entry Draw

On March 4, 2026, Canada issued 5,500 invitations to apply for permanent residence through its Express Entry system targeting French-speaking skilled workers. Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 397 and had to submit profiles before October 10, 2025. This draw marks the second French-language category selection in 2026 and features the lowest CRS cut-off for this category in over a year, reflecting Canada's ongoing focus on attracting French-speaking immigrants outside Quebec.