Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued a new round of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system, continuing its efforts to welcome skilled newcomers to Canada.
In the latest draw, IRCC invited 421 candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To be eligible, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 727 and must have submitted their Express Entry profile before 5:11 PM UTC on September 9, 2024.
Recent Express Entry Draws in 2025
|
Date |
Draw Type |
ITAs Issued |
CRS Cut-off |
|
May 2 |
Healthcare & 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 |
The April 28 draw marks the second PNP-focused draw of the month, with no other Express Entry categories receiving invitations in April so far.
2025 Draw Trends and Immigration Goals
So far this year, 31,929 ITAs have been issued through Express Entry. IRCC appears to be focusing heavily on Provincial Nominee Program candidates, with no category-based draws beyond those targeting French-speaking applicants.
Notably, Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates have not seen a dedicated draw since February 5. However, IRCC has reiterated its commitment to prioritizing both CEC applicants and candidates in designated priority categories in the months ahead.
Under the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan, Canada aims to welcome 395,000 new permanent residents in 2025, with 232,150 expected to come through economic immigration programs such as Express Entry.
Can My Family Immigrate With Me Through Express Entry?
Yes—if you're approved for permanent residence through Express Entry, you can include your spouse, common-law partner, and dependent children in your application. If granted, these family members will also receive permanent resident status.
IRCC defines a dependent child as:
- Under 22 years of age and not married or in a common-law relationship; or
- 22 years of age or older who has been financially dependent on a parent due to a physical or mental condition, beginning before the age of 22.
In addition, permanent residents and Canadian citizens may also be eligible to sponsor their parents and grandparents through the Parents and Grandparents Program, or invite them to Canada on a Super Visa.
