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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another round of invitations through the Express Entry system, continuing its targeted approach in 2025. In the latest draw, held specifically for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, IRCC issued 503 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence.
To be eligible for this draw, candidates were required to meet the following criteria:
- A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 742
- An Express Entry profile created before 9:44 p.m. UTC on May 30, 2025
Latest Draw Details
- Draw Date: June 23, 2025
- Draw Type: Provincial Nominee Program
- Number of Invitations: 503
- Minimum CRS Score Required: 742
Express Entry Draws List
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Minimum CRS |
| June 23 | Provincial Nominee Program | 503 | 742 |
| June 12 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 529 |
| June 10 | Provincial Nominee Program | 125 | 784 |
| June 4 | Healthcare and social services | 500 | 504 |
| June 2 | 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 was the fifth Express Entry draw in June, following other targeted rounds including a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates on June 12, a smaller PNP-focused draw on June 10, and a healthcare and social services category-based draw on June 4.
So far in 2025, IRCC has issued 38,845 ITAs through various categories within the Express Entry system.
2025 Trends in Express Entry Draws
Throughout the year, IRCC has maintained a strong focus on PNP candidates, reflecting Canada’s goal of encouraging immigration to meet regional labor market needs. In addition to PNP-focused draws, ITAs have also been issued to:
- Candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
- Those with strong French-language proficiency
- Applicants qualifying under Express Entry’s category-based selection, such as healthcare, STEM, trades, and transport sectors
This approach supports Canada’s economic strategy to fill urgent skill gaps while promoting regional immigration.
| 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 |
What to Do After Receiving an ITA
Candidates who receive an ITA must submit a complete application for permanent residence (PR) within the deadline provided. Once the application is submitted, the candidate officially becomes an applicant.
It’s vital to ensure that all information and documentation included in the application are accurate and truthful. Any form of misrepresentation whether intentional or unintentional can have serious consequences, including:
- A ban of five years from re-entering the Express Entry pool
- Inadmissibility to Canada
- Delays or denials in processing your PR application
Misrepresentation includes providing false documents, hiding important facts, or giving misleading information that could influence the outcome of an application.
The IRCC emphasizes the importance of honesty and transparency to maintain the integrity of Canada’s immigration system. The responsibility lies solely with the applicant to ensure that all submitted information is correct and all supporting documents are genuine.
Stay Informed on Express Entry Updates
As Canada continues to hold regular draws throughout 2025, it’s important for potential immigrants to stay up to date on eligibility criteria, score requirements, and category-based selections. Submitting a well-prepared Express Entry profile and maintaining accuracy at every step of the process are key to successfully immigrating to Canada.
Source by: CIC NEWS