Canada Sends 4,000 Express Entry Invitations to French-Language Candidates on April 15, 2026
Source: Immigration News Canada · April 15, 2026
Key Facts
- 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued on April 15, 2026 targeting French-language proficiency candidates
- This is one of the largest French-category draws of 2026 to date
- Candidates must have valid French language test scores (TEF Canada or TCF Canada) to qualify for this category
- Canada's goal of welcoming 380,000 new permanent residents annually through 2028 means draws will remain frequent
- The draw came one day after a separate CEC-specific draw on April 14
What This Means For You
If you speak French: This draw shows IRCC is prioritizing francophone immigration heavily in 2026. If you have French language scores, ensure they are uploaded to your Express Entry profile — you could qualify for future draws even with a lower overall CRS score. Consider taking a TEF Canada test if you haven't already.
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