Canada's Express Entry Latest: Targeted Draw for Provincial Nominees as CRS Score Remains High
Latest Draw Details: Focus on PNP with a Stringent Score Requirement
In its most recent Express Entry draw, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 503 Invitations to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence to candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
To be considered for this invitation round, candidates needed to meet two core criteria:
- A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 742.
- Have created an Express Entry profile before 9:44 p.m., Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) on May 30, 2025.
Review of 2025 Express Entry Draws: PNP Category Leads the Way
This draw marks the fifth Express Entry invitation round of the month, following a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw on June 12, a smaller PNP-specific draw on June 10, and a category-based selection for healthcare and social services professionals on June 4.
Throughout 2025, IRCC has issued a cumulative total of 38,845 Invitations to Apply through the Express Entry system. The distribution of draws by category is as follows:
| Draw Type | Number of Draws |
|---|---|
| Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 11 |
| Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 5 |
| French-language proficiency | 3 |
| Healthcare and social services | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
The data clearly indicates that the Provincial Nominee Program has been the most prominent category in the Express Entry system in 2025, with the number of PNP-specific draws far exceeding the total of all other categories combined. This underscores the close collaboration between Canada's federal and provincial governments in attracting and selecting skilled talent that meets specific regional economic needs.
Official Reminder: The Critical Importance of Application Integrity
Alongside the draw results, IRCC reiterated the paramount importance of honesty in all applications. Candidates who receive an ITA must submit a complete application for permanent residence to officially become an "applicant."
The department has issued a stern warning that any false information provided during the application process is considered "misrepresentation" and can result in severe penalties, including:
- A Five-Year Ban: An applicant found to have submitted false information in their Express Entry profile can be barred from re-entering the pool for five years.
- Inadmissibility to Canada: Misrepresentation can lead to a finding of inadmissibility, which not only jeopardizes the current application but will also have long-term negative consequences on any future attempts to enter Canada.
IRCC defines misrepresentation as directly or indirectly misrepresenting or withholding material facts that could lead to an error in the administration of Canadian immigration law. The onus is on the applicant to ensure the complete truthfulness of their application and the authenticity of all supporting documents. An applicant can be found guilty of misrepresentation regardless of whether the act was intentional.
Therefore, all prospective applicants are strongly advised to exercise the utmost honesty and diligence at every stage of preparing and submitting their immigration application to uphold the integrity of Canada's immigration system and ensure a smooth path for their own journey.
Summary of Express Entry draws in 2025
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS score |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 23 | Provincial Nominee Program | 503 | 742 |
| June 12 | Canadian Experience Class | 3000 | 529 |
| June 10 | Provincial Nominee Program | 125 | 784 |
| June 4 | Healthcare and social services | 500 | 504 |
| 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 |
Canada's 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program: Income Requirements Increased, Invitations to Continue from 2020 Pool
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07/25/2025
Focusing on Labour Market Needs: Newfoundland and Labrador's Latest Immigration Draw Targets 359 Candidates
On July 10, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador's Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism (OIM) issued 359 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial immigration to foreign nationals. Spanning both the Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), this draw explicitly requires candidates to hold a job or job offer from a local employer and prioritizes professionals in key fields like healthcare, information technology (ICT), and aquaculture to meet the province's urgent labour market needs.
07/25/2025
Prince Edward Island's Latest PNP Draw: Focus on In-Demand Occupations, 39 Candidates Invited
On July 17, 2025, the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) held its latest immigration draw, issuing 39 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to foreign nationals with job offers in in-demand occupations. This draw clearly reflects PEI's shift towards a more selective immigration strategy amidst tightening federal immigration quotas, with a strong focus on attracting specific professionals who can quickly fill gaps in the local labour market.
07/24/2025
Canada Invites 4,000 Healthcare Professionals in Latest Express Entry Targeted Draw
On July 22, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its latest Express Entry draw, once again focusing on specific occupational fields. This draw, the 357th, specifically targeted candidates in the "Healthcare and social services" category, issuing 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score for invited candidates was 475. This move underscores Canada's clear policy focus on addressing labor market shortages, particularly for talent in critical sectors.
07/23/2025
Canada’s Latest Express Entry Draw Targets Only PNP Candidates; CRS Score Reaches 788
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its 356th Express Entry draw today, exclusively targeting candidates with a provincial nomination and issuing 202 Invitations to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score for this round was 788, highlighting the crucial value of a provincial nomination in boosting a candidate's score. To date, Canada has issued over 45,000 invitations through the Express Entry system in 2025, with Provincial Nominee Programs and category-based draws emerging as the year's dominant trends.
07/22/2025
Manitoba Announces One-Month Pause on Applications for Key Employer Services Immigration Stream
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has announced a temporary policy update, suspending the intake of new applications for its key Employer Services stream, effective July 4, 2025. This pause is scheduled to last until August 5, 2025. This proactive measure is aimed at planning and preparing for future process enhancements. For prospective applicants, this means an adjustment to their timelines, while applications already submitted will continue to be processed.
07/17/2025
Alberta's Latest Immigration Draws Target Hundreds of Foreign Workers, Spotlight on Priority Sectors
In the first half of July 2025, the province of Alberta issued hundreds of invitations to apply through its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), aiming to attract foreign professionals capable of filling critical labor shortages. The draws covered multiple streams, including both Express Entry-aligned and non-Express Entry pathways, with a distinct focus on priority sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, aviation, and law enforcement. Data reveals that the candidate pool for certain programs, particularly the Alberta Opportunity Stream, is highly saturated, leading to fierce competition.
07/21/2025
QS 2026 Best Student Cities Revealed: Four Canadian Cities in Top 100
Global higher education analyst Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) has recently released its 2026 Best Student Cities ranking. Four Canadian cities—Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Ottawa—have secured spots in the top 100. While these cities are lauded for their excellent student feedback, diversity, and university quality, their overall scores are weighed down by consistently low marks in affordability. Notably, all four cities have seen a significant drop in their rankings compared to the previous year. This trend not only reflects a broader challenge faced by North American cities but also introduces new factors for international students to consider when planning their education in Canada.
07/20/2025
Canada's Parents and Grandparents Program Set to Open for Invitations
Canada's federal government has announced that the highly anticipated Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) will launch a new round of invitations on July 28, 2025. Over a two-week period, the immigration department will send 17,860 invitations to candidates who submitted an interest to sponsor form in 2020, with the goal of accepting 10,000 complete permanent residence applications. For sponsors who do not receive an invitation this round, or for families who were unable to enter the pool in recent years, the Super Visa remains an important pathway for parents and grandparents to reunite with family in Canada for long-term stays.
07/18/2025
Policy Reversal: Canada Postpones Tightening of PGWP Rules, More International Students to Benefit
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