Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another targeted Express Entry draw, inviting 500 candidates from healthcare and social services occupations to apply for permanent residence.
To qualify, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 504 and must have created their Express Entry profile before 6:47 a.m. UTC on March 31, 2025.
This is the second draw of June and also the second draw held specifically for the updated healthcare and social services category under the Express Entry system.
Express Entry Draw Highlights – 2025
So far in 2025, IRCC has issued 35,217 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through a variety of draws, primarily focusing on:
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): 9 draws
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 4 draws
- French-Language Proficiency: 3 draws
- Healthcare and Social Services: 2 draws
- Education Category: 1 draw
|
Date |
Draw Type |
ITAs Issued |
CRS Cut-off |
|
June 4 |
Healthcare & Social Services |
500 |
504 |
|
June 2 |
PNP |
277 |
726 |
|
May 13 |
CEC |
500 |
547 |
|
May 12 |
PNP |
511 |
706 |
|
May 2 |
Healthcare & Social Services |
500 |
510 |
|
May 1 |
Education |
1,000 |
479 |
How Long Does Express Entry Take?
An Express Entry profile is valid for up to one year. If a candidate doesn’t receive an ITA within that timeframe, they may submit a new profile—provided they still meet the eligibility criteria.
After receiving an ITA, applicants have 60 days to submit a complete PR application. The Canadian government aims to process PR applications within six months, beginning from the date a complete application is submitted.
