Comprehensive Ranking System
The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a points-based system that is used to assess and score a candidate’s profile to rank them in the Express Entry pool.
The CRS will assess the profile information candidates submit, including:
- skills,
- work experience,
- language ability,
- education and other factors.
We have found these factors all play a role in economic success for immigrants once in Canada. Additional points will be awarded for candidates who have a job offer or a nomination by one of Canada’s provinces or territories under theirprovincial nominee programs.
CIC will issue an Invitation to Apply to the highest ranking candidates from the pool through regular “rounds of invitations” so they can apply to immigrate as a permanent resident.