The mode of process is that an applicant completes an online Express Entry profile, points are being allocated (regardless of program) and the applicant gets to know in which program he/she qualified depending upon the secured points. The applicant, then waits for an Invitation to Apply (ITA). Applicant remains active in the pool for 12 months, and can then renew the profile after 12 months (in case didn’t get an ITA). Moreover, the profile can be updated anytime in the pool. If an ITA is issued, the applicant has 90 days (with no extensions) to submit application and supporting documents. CIC selects top ranking applicants through draws almost twice every month. Those who have approved job offers (with an employer who has a Labor Market Impact Assessment, LMIA) or who have been nominated by a province will receive their ITA relatively quickly, as they will be at the top of the rankings.