Canada’s Express Entry: IRCC Issues More Invitations to PNP Candidates in June Draw
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues its active use of the Express Entry system in 2025, issuing 125 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a new targeted draw held on June 10, 2025. This round focused specifically on candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream.
Eligibility Requirements for the June 10 Draw
To be eligible for selection in this PNP-specific draw, candidates were required to:
- Have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 784
- Have submitted their Express Entry profile before 6:12 p.m. UTC on September 12, 2024
This latest draw marks the third Express Entry invitation round in June alone, underscoring the IRCC’s current emphasis on regional nominations and provincial-level economic needs.
Express Entry Trends: 2025 Draw Summary So Far
As of this draw, 35,342 invitations have been issued in 2025 through the Express Entry system. The breakdown of draws by type reveals a continued trend of targeted, occupation- or program-specific invitations, rather than broad, all-program draws.
Draw Summary (January–June 2025):
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | CRS Cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 |
Key Observations: New Minister, New Direction
These recent draws are the first under Canada’s new Immigration Minister, Lena Metlege Diab, and indicate an ongoing commitment to:
- Supporting provincial labour market needs
- Prioritizing occupations in high-demand sectors (e.g., healthcare, education)
- Rewarding French-language proficiency and Canadian work experience
With 10 PNP draws so far this year, this stream clearly remains a major component of the government’s Express Entry strategy.
What Express Entry Candidates Need to Know
Candidates can update their Express Entry profiles at any time, which can help improve CRS scores and eligibility. For instance:
- Better language test results or
- More work experience
These updates can enhance a candidate’s chances of receiving an invitation.
However, candidates must always provide accurate, up-to-date, and truthful information. Misrepresentation—even unintentional—can result in:
- Ineligibility for permanent residence
- A five-year ban from applying
- Loss of permanent residency or Canadian citizenship
Looking Ahead
The IRCC is expected to continue its targeted approach in upcoming draws. With PNPs playing a crucial role in addressing regional labour shortages and Canada seeking to stabilize immigration flows post-pandemic, applicants should:
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