Canada launched the Express Entry in 2015 to move from an immigration system in order of arrival to one that selected candidates with the best chance of economic success. Why Did Canada Launch The Express Entry? Express Entry is considered as an example to the world of how to administer fluid and flexible economic immigration system. With simple changes to the CRS ( Comprehensive Classification System ), the Canadian government can use the Express Entry immigration system to respond to financial and labor market reforms.  Who Can Apply? Candidates with the highest scores are sent invitations to apply for permanent residence through periodic immigration awards, usually every two weeks. Once a coveted ITA has been issued, the candidate has 60 days to perfect their application for permanent residence to one of the previous programs. If they do not meet the 60-day deadline, the ITA is no longer valid. The target processing time for applications received through Express Ent...