IRCC Holds New Express Entry Draw: More Invitations for PNP Candidates
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another Express Entry draw, issuing 228 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
This latest round continues IRCC’s trend of prioritizing PNP candidates while also holding draws for other categories, such as French language proficiency, Canadian Experience Class (CEC), healthcare, and education.
Key Details of the September 5, 2025 Draw
- Number of ITAs issued: 228
- Program: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- Minimum CRS score: 746
- Tie-breaking rule: Profiles created before March 31, 2025, at 1:39 p.m. (UTC) were considered.
Recent Express Entry Draws in 2025
| Date | Draw Type | ITAs Issued | Cut-off CRS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 5, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 228 | 746 |
| Sept 4, 2025 | French Language Proficiency | 4,500 | 446 |
| Sept 3, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 1,000 | 534 |
| Sept 2, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 249 | 772 |
| Aug 19, 2025 | Healthcare & Social Services | 2,500 | 470 |
| Aug 18, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 192 | 800 |
| Aug 8, 2025 | French Language Proficiency | 2,500 | 481 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 1,000 | 534 |
| Aug 6, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 225 | 739 |
(Full year’s draw list continues with additional categories such as Education and Healthcare.)
Express Entry Invitations in 2025: Overview
So far in 2025, 57,297 ITAs have been issued under Express Entry.
Breakdown by draw type:
| Draw Type | Number of Draws |
|---|---|
| Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 17 |
| Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 9 |
| French Language Proficiency | 5 |
| Healthcare & Social Services | 4 |
| Education | 1 |
Key Takeaways
- PNP continues to dominate Express Entry draws in 2025.
- French language draws remain large, supporting Canada’s bilingualism goals.
- CEC draws are smaller but consistent, focusing on in-Canada workers.
- Priority occupation draws (healthcare, education, etc.) highlight Canada’s labour shortages.
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