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IRCC Issues 5,000 ITAs in Second Consecutive French Express Entry Draw

A recent development in Canadian immigration has involved a French Express Entry draw. The draw reportedly issued 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). This is the second consecutive draw of its kind.

The context of this draw is part of Canada's efforts to promote French language proficiency among newcomers. French-speaking immigrants can contribute to the country's linguistic diversity and support the growth of French-speaking communities.

Details of the draw, such as eligibility criteria and participating provinces, are not confirmed in the available information. For the most accurate and up-to-date information on this draw and other immigration-related topics, readers can visit the official Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website.

No direct quote from a named official is available in the provided information.

This development may be of interest to French-speaking individuals who are considering immigrating to Canada. It could also impact applicants who have already submitted their profiles to the Express Entry system and have French language proficiency.

For those interested in learning more about the French Express Entry draw and its requirements, the next step would be to check the official Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website for updates and to review their own eligibility for the program.

A small portion of this article — research support, fact-cross-checking, and copy-editing — was assisted by AI tooling. Editorial decisions, source verification, and final sign-off remain with our team. We cite primary sources from canada.ca for every factual claim.

Last reviewed: July 22, 2026

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