Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a new Express Entry draw, inviting more candidates to apply for permanent residency in Canada.

In this latest round, 277 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

Eligibility Requirements for This Draw

To be selected in this draw, candidates needed:

  • A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 726
  • An active Express Entry profile created before 3:46 p.m. UTC on 24 September 2024

Express Entry Draw Summary for 2025

Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Cut-off CRS score
June 3 Provincial Nominee Program 277 726
May 13 Canadian Experience Class 500 547
May 12 Provincial Nominee Program 511 706
May 2 Healthcare and social services 500 510
May 1 Education 1,000 479
April 28 Provincial Nominee Program 421 727
April 14 Provincial Nominee Program 825 764
March 21 French language proficiency 7,500 379
March 17 Provincial Nominee Program 536 736
March 6 French language proficiency 4,500 410
March 3 Provincial Nominee Program 725 667
February 19 French language proficiency 6,500 428
February 17 Provincial Nominee Program 646 750
February 5 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 521
February 4 Provincial Nominee Program 455 802
January 23 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 527
January 8 Canadian Experience Class 1,350 542
January 7 Provincial Nominee Program 471 793

This draw is the first one of the month and follows these recent selections:

  • Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw on 13 May
  • PNP draw on 12 May
  • Two category-based draws for healthcare and education professionals

So far in 2025, 34,717 ITAs have been issued through the Express Entry system.

This year, most draws have focused on PNP candidates, while others targeted applicants under:

  • The Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
  • French-language skilled workers
  • Candidates in priority job categories like healthcare and education
Draw Type Number of Draws
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) 9
Canadian Experience Class (CEC) 4
French-language proficiency 3
Education 1
Healthcare and social services 1

Why Does Canada Use the CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System)?


The CRS is a points-based system Canada uses to choose skilled immigrants who are most likely to succeed in the Canadian job market.

It benefits both Canada and the newcomers by selecting people who:

  • Are young or middle-aged
  • Have strong work experience
  • Hold good educational qualifications
  • Possess strong English or French language skills

The CRS is based on many years of research by the Canadian government, showing that candidates with these qualities usually find good jobs quickly and settle well in Canada.

A report by IRCC in 2020 confirmed that Express Entry immigrants have high employment rates, strong salaries, and low unemployment since the system started in 2015. This proves that the CRS is an effective tool for selecting candidates who will succeed in Canada.

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Whether you're applying through Express Entry, a Provincial Nominee Program, or for a Canada student visa, the experienced team at SWEC can assist with every step of the process. Their expert Canada immigration consultants provide honest advice, complete application support, and the latest updates on immigration programs and PR draws.

Conclusion


The latest Canada Express Entry draw highlights great opportunities for skilled workers looking to settle in Canada. If you're eligible, now is the perfect time to boost your CRS score and apply. For expert guidance, reach out to SWEC, the best student visa consultants in Ahmedabad and Surat. Their team of certified Canada immigration consultants will help you make your Canadian dream a reality.

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