Are candidates in the Express Entry pool able to search for a valid job offer in Canada, and would such an offer increase their chance of being invited to apply for permanent residence?

Yes, candidates are able to promote themselves to Canadian employers online, as well as network, to increase their chances of obtaining a qualifying job offer. Candidates who are successful in obtaining a job offer supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) are awarded 600 points under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) and will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence at a subsequent draw from the pool.