Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 291 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the most recent Express Entry draw held on September 29, 2025. This round of invitations targeted candidates for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
✅ To be selected in this draw, candidates needed:
• A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 855; and
• An active Express Entry profile created before April 8, 2025, at 1:25 a.m. UTC.
If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada through Express Entry PNP, this shows just how competitive PNP draws have become in 2025.
Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2025
Here’s an overview of the Express Entry draws that took place in 2025 so far:
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | CRS Cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 29 | Provincial Nominee Program | 291 | 855 |
| Sept 18 | Trade occupations | 1,250 | 505 |
| Sept 17 | Education category | 2,500 | 462 |
| Sept 15 | Provincial Nominee Program | 228 | 746 |
| Sept 4 | French language proficiency | 4,500 | 446 |
| Sept 3 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,000 | 534 |
| Sept 2 | Provincial Nominee Program | 249 | 772 |
| Aug 19 | Healthcare & social services | 2,500 | 470 |
| Aug 18 | Provincial Nominee Program | 192 | 800 |
| Aug 8 | French language proficiency | 2,500 | 481 |
| Aug 7 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,000 | 534 |
| Aug 6 | Provincial Nominee Program | 225 | 739 |
| July 22 | Healthcare & social services | 4,000 | 475 |
| July 21 | Provincial Nominee Program | 202 | 788 |
| July 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 518 |
| July 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 356 | 750 |
| June 26 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 521 |
| 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 & 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 & social services | 500 | 510 |
| May 1 | Education category | 1,000 | 479 |
| Apr 28 | Provincial Nominee Program | 421 | 727 |
| Apr 14 | Provincial Nominee Program | 825 | 764 |
| Mar 21 | French language proficiency | 7,500 | 379 |
| Mar 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 536 | 736 |
| Mar 6 | French language proficiency | 4,500 | 410 |
| Mar 3 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 667 |
| Feb 19 | French language proficiency | 6,500 | 428 |
| Feb 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 646 | 750 |
| Feb 5 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 521 |
| Feb 4 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
| Jan 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
| Jan 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
| Jan 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
Key Highlights of Express Entry in 2025
• Total ITAs issued so far: 65,838
• Number of draws held this year: 39
• PNP draws conducted: 18
This latest draw on September 29 is already the seventh draw in September, showing IRCC’s active pace in inviting skilled workers and international talent.
Breakdown of Invitations by Category in 2025
IRCC has focused heavily on Provincial Nominee Program candidates and French-speaking applicants, along with Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and priority occupation streams like healthcare, education, and trade.
| Draw Type | Number of Draws | ITAs Issued |
|---|---|---|
| French language proficiency | 5 | 25,500 |
| Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 9 | 20,850 |
| Healthcare & social services | 4 | 7,500 |
| Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 18 | 6,947 |
| Education category | 2 | 3,500 |
| Trade occupations | 1 | 1,250 |
What This Means for Canadian Immigration Applicants
This year’s Express Entry results highlight a few important trends:
• High CRS cut-off scores for PNP draws (often above 700–800).
• More opportunities for French-speaking candidates as Canada looks to support bilingualism.
• Priority occupations like healthcare, trades, and education continue to receive focused draws.
• CEC candidates remain in strong demand with consistent invitation rounds.
👉 If you’re interested in immigrating to Canada, creating a strong Express Entry profile, boosting your CRS score, and exploring PNP options can greatly improve your chances.
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