Recent draw
Feb 14th 2021, 3:24 pm
#1
Forum Regular
Thread Starter
Joined: Jul 2017
Location: Ontario
Posts: 204
Recent draw
Quick question the recent draw for EE via CEC was huge we are in the pool with 432 points qualifying for CEC would we expect to get an ITA as we haven’t heard anything and the portal seems to have crashed so cannot check. Thanks
Feb 14th 2021, 3:32 pm
#2
SUPER MODERATOR
Joined: Oct 2007
Location: In a darkened room somewhere.............
Posts: 34,033
Re: Recent draw
Have you checked your junk/spam mail?
Feb 14th 2021, 3:45 pm
#3
Forum Regular
Thread Starter
Joined: Jul 2017
Location: Ontario
Posts: 204
Re: Recent draw
Hi I was so shocked when we saw it too, we’ve hoped that the scores would drop a little but that was crazy. I’m hoping it’s not a glitch as I know they don’t normally do draws on a Saturday either. Yes I’ve checked spam too still can’t get on the IRCC portal to check either. There was also a press release yesterday saying they are targeting CEC with the aim to get TW all ready in Canada PR to bypass current travel restrictions.
Feb 14th 2021, 3:46 pm
#4
BE Forum Addict
Joined: Dec 2012
Location: British Columbia
Posts: 3,263
Re: Recent draw
With such a large number of invitations to issue, you can expect a delay. I read sonewhere that invitations would be issued over 13&14 Feb. But not in this press release:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/notices/skilled-workers-in-canada.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/notices/skilled-workers-in-canada.html
Last edited by Snowy560; Feb 14th 2021 at 3:49 pm.
Feb 14th 2021, 3:50 pm
#5
SUPER MODERATOR
Joined: Oct 2007
Location: In a darkened room somewhere.............
Posts: 34,033
Re: Recent draw
Hi I was so shocked when we saw it too, we’ve hoped that the scores would drop a little but that was crazy. I’m hoping it’s not a glitch as I know they don’t normally do draws on a Saturday either. Yes I’ve checked spam too still can’t get on the IRCC portal to check either. There was also a press release yesterday saying they are targeting CEC with the aim to get TW all ready in Canada PR to bypass current travel restrictions.
Feb 14th 2021, 5:50 pm
#6
Banned
Joined: Apr 2009
Location: SW Ontario
Posts: 19,879
Re: Recent draw
It looks genuine - amazing!
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration...tions-176.html
According to the ministerial announcement.. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration...in-canada.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration...tions-176.html
According to the ministerial announcement.. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration...in-canada.html
Ottawa, February 13, 2021—As we confront the pandemic’s second wave and chart a course for our recovery, attracting skilled immigrants—who bring the talents and skills our economy needs to thrive—is a central part of our plan. With travel restrictions limiting who can come to Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is pioneering new ways to engage those who are already here and hard at work. Their status may be temporary, but their contributions are lasting—and we’re hoping to help more of them stay permanently.
In an effort to help more skilled workers stay in Canada and bolster our economic recovery, approximately 27,300 workers with Canadian experience received an invitation today to apply for permanent residence. These workers fall under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) of the Express Entry pool.
In an effort to help more skilled workers stay in Canada and bolster our economic recovery, approximately 27,300 workers with Canadian experience received an invitation today to apply for permanent residence. These workers fall under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) of the Express Entry pool.
Feb 14th 2021, 6:16 pm
#7
Forum Regular
Thread Starter
Joined: Jul 2017
Location: Ontario
Posts: 204
Feb 14th 2021, 6:20 pm
#8
Forum Regular
Thread Starter
Joined: Jul 2017
Location: Ontario
Posts: 204
Re: Recent draw
With such a large number of invitations to issue, you can expect a delay. I read sonewhere that invitations would be issued over 13&14 Feb. But not in this press release:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration...in-canada.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration...in-canada.html
Thanks Snowy560
Feb 14th 2021, 9:01 pm
#9
Forum Regular
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 145
Re: Recent draw
Also, if money is the issue as far as starting PR, should I wait until i have the money ready to move, or just get myself into the pool & keep building the money as it goes?
Feb 14th 2021, 9:07 pm
#10
SUPER MODERATOR
Joined: Oct 2007
Location: In a darkened room somewhere.............
Posts: 34,033
Re: Recent draw
You’d need to have the money when you apply for PR, so unless you’re close to the amount it probably wouldn’t be worth entering the pool until you do, as if you don’t have it when you come to submit your app it’ll just be refused. That’s assuming you’re applying under FSW/EE of course.
Feb 14th 2021, 9:08 pm
#11
Forum Regular
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 145
Re: Recent draw
Probably a worse year now given they’ve just invited over 27,000 people (plus their spouses, kids) to apply for PR on one day.
You’d need to have the money when you apply for PR, so unless you’re close to the amount it probably wouldn’t be worth applying until you do, as if you don’t have it when you come to submit your app it’ll just be refused. That’s assuming you’re applying under FSW/EE of course.
You’d need to have the money when you apply for PR, so unless you’re close to the amount it probably wouldn’t be worth applying until you do, as if you don’t have it when you come to submit your app it’ll just be refused. That’s assuming you’re applying under FSW/EE of course.
& out of curiosity, if Canada becomes almost impossible, what of the situation with the US immigration and their new changing of the guard, will it be easier for Brits to get in?
Feb 14th 2021, 9:12 pm
#12
SUPER MODERATOR
Joined: Oct 2007
Location: In a darkened room somewhere.............
Posts: 34,033
Re: Recent draw
Remember that a lot depends on your visa route, including whether proof of funds is required or not, and what quota is relevant to your specific route. So when asking questions always best to give info on how you’re planning on applying for PR, as the answers will vary depending on that.
Feb 14th 2021, 9:16 pm
#13
Forum Regular
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 145
Re: Recent draw
Highly unlikely IMO. Canada will still be a mile easier for most folk.
Remember that a lot depends on your visa route, including whether proof of funds is required or not, and what quota is relevant to your specific route. So when asking questions always best to give info on how you’re planning on applying for PR, as the answers will vary depending on that.
Remember that a lot depends on your visa route, including whether proof of funds is required or not, and what quota is relevant to your specific route. So when asking questions always best to give info on how you’re planning on applying for PR, as the answers will vary depending on that.
But the work I do is only billing analyst/finance stuff, not certified, not managerial & right now I'm not in work and have struggled since being in the UK.
I don't have the belief that I'd be able to get PR anymore because it's been a rough few years even if I had the money.
Although i knew a guy that got PR while I was there and he was only a bartender for years, but he said he basically blagged a lot of things.
I'm still young enough (31) & single, no kids, nothing that would make it more difficult to move, & i have a degree in accounting, although I barely use it.
Feb 14th 2021, 9:19 pm
#14
BE Forum Addict
Joined: Dec 2012
Location: British Columbia
Posts: 3,263
Re: Recent draw
There isn't a funds requirement for CEC and that was the only stream this latest draw was under.
Feb 14th 2021, 9:19 pm
#15
SUPER MODERATOR
Joined: Oct 2007
Location: In a darkened room somewhere.............
Posts: 34,033
Re: Recent draw
The thing is, I did the IEC almost 3 years ago, & loved it.
But the work I do is only billing analyst/finance stuff, not certified, not managerial & right now I'm not in work and have struggled since being in the UK.
I don't have the belief that I'd be able to get PR anymore because it's been a rough few years even if I had the money.
Although i knew a guy that got PR while I was there and he was only a bartender for years, but he said he basically blagged a lot of things.
I'm still young enough (31) & single, no kids, nothing that would make it more difficult to move, & i have a degree in accounting, although I barely use it.
But the work I do is only billing analyst/finance stuff, not certified, not managerial & right now I'm not in work and have struggled since being in the UK.
I don't have the belief that I'd be able to get PR anymore because it's been a rough few years even if I had the money.
Although i knew a guy that got PR while I was there and he was only a bartender for years, but he said he basically blagged a lot of things.
I'm still young enough (31) & single, no kids, nothing that would make it more difficult to move, & i have a degree in accounting, although I barely use it.
Sounds like you’re still not sure of your options, or understanding the routes to PR. You don’t need to be a manager or anything like that. And some routes don’t require proof of funds either. But to avoid taking this thread off topic further, do have another read of your previous threads & responses, then start your own thread with any questions.
HTH.