Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has held its first Express Entry draw under the new immigration minister, issuing a total of 277 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates from the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
Key Draw Details:
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Date: June 3, 2025
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Draw Type: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
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Number of ITAs: 277
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Minimum CRS Score: 726
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Eligibility: Candidates who created an Express Entry profile before 3:46 p.m. UTC on September 24, 2024.
Express Entry Draw Summary for 2025
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS Score |
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| 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 |
So far in 2025, IRCC has issued 34,717 ITAs through the Express Entry system. The year has seen a strong focus on draws for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, along with draws for Canadian Experience Class (CEC), French-language proficiency, and Express Entry’s priority categories such as Healthcare and Education.
Breakdown of Express Entry Draws in 2025
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Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): 9 draws
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Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 4 draws
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French-language proficiency: 3 draws
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Education: 1 draw
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Healthcare and social services: 1 draw
Understanding the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)
Canada’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a key tool used to select skilled workers most likely to succeed in the Canadian job market. The CRS uses detailed, evidence-based scoring to assess candidates based on their age, work experience, education, and language skills.
This system has been proven effective in identifying candidates who will integrate successfully into Canada’s labor market. According to government research, immigrants with high CRS scores—such as those who are younger, well-educated, and have significant work experience—tend to have better employment outcomes and higher earning potential.
A 2020 IRCC report also confirmed that immigrants selected through the Express Entry system have shown high employment rates, strong earnings, and low unemployment, highlighting the effectiveness of the CRS in choosing successful candidates.
Why Does This Matter?
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For Skilled Workers: If you have a strong profile with a high CRS score, the Express Entry system increases your chances of being invited to apply for permanent residency in Canada.
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For Employers: The CRS helps ensure that Canada attracts highly skilled workers who are likely to contribute positively to the economy, reducing the skills gap in critical industries.
What’s Next?
If you are interested in Express Entry or want to know how these draws impact your chances of immigrating to Canada, stay updated with the latest information from IRCC.
For more details on how the Express Entry system works and to check your eligibility, visit the official IRCC website.
