As Canada’s demand for skilled workers grows, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 503 more Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to expand the country’s labor force. In this round of invitations, the IRCC is setting its sights on Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. However, qualifying has some requirements. Candidates must have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 742 and submit their Express Entry profile by 9:44 p.m. UTC on May 30, 2025.
Whether you’re a provincial nominee or curious, this quick overview will give you insight into the current Express Entry and what applicants need to know.
Highlights from Recent Express Entry Draws
June has been an active month for Express Entry, demonstrating the IRCC’s continued efforts to open doors to talented professionals across various immigration pathways.
As a quick recap, this is what’s been happening with June’s Express Entry activity:
June 4 – A draw specifically focused on healthcare and social services professionals
June 10 – A small, PNP-specific draw
June 12 – A draw aimed at Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates
June 25 – The latest PNP-centered draw
Notably, the IRCC has sent 38,845 ITAs in 2025 so far.
A Look at Who’s Receiving All the Invites
Since the start of the year, the IRCC has concentrated most of the draws on PNP candidates, but other channels are still active. This summary will give you a look at how it has all unfolded:
|
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 |
