🇨🇦 New Express Entry French Draw: What May 28 Means For You

Express Entry just ran another large French-language draw — and the numbers matter if you speak (or are learning) French. On May 28, 2026, IRCC held a new French-language proficiency Express Entry draw and issued 4,500 Invitations to Apply, with a CRS cut-off of 409 and a tie-breaking date of April 29, 2026. This was already the sixth French-language draw of 2026, bringing the total to 30,500 invitations for francophone candidates so far this year — a clear signal that French continues to be a federal priority. To be considered in these category-based French draws, you must first qualify for one of the Express Entry programs (FSW, CEC, or FST) and have valid French results (usually at least NCLC 7 in all abilities on tests such as TEF Canada or TCF Canada). Strong French can significantly impact your CRS, especially when combined with English scores, and in some cases may open opportunities at CRS levels that are lower than typical all-program draws. However, meeting the minimum criteria and being in the pool does not guarantee an invitation; outcomes depend on your ranking, draw size, and evolving IRCC targets. If you have French skills — or are thinking about taking a French test to strengthen your profile — it may be a good time to review your Express Entry strategy. ATA Immigration can help you understand how French scores affect your CRS, assess your realistic options under category-based selection, and plan next steps aligned with current draw trends. 📘 Learn more about Express Entry and your options: https://www.ataimmigration.com/immigration-canada 🗂 Explore work, study, and PR pathways in Canada: https://www.ataimmigration.com/ 📅 Discuss your French and Express Entry strategy in a consultation: https://www.ataimmigration.com/book-online

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