IRCC issues more ITAs to PNP candidates in the latest draw, i.e., Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has once again invited skilled immigration candidates through the Express Entry system.
In its most recent draw, IRCC issued 192 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), continuing its strong focus on nominating candidates with provincial endorsements in 2025.
Details Of The Latest PNP Draw
To qualify for this round of invitations, candidates were required to:
- Hold a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 800
- Have created an Express Entry candidate profile before 7:17 p.m. UTC on February 11, 2025
The high CRS cut-off reflects the competitive nature of PNP-specific draws, which typically require higher scores because candidates receive additional CRS points after securing a provincial nomination.
Express Entry Draw History In 2025
IRCC issues more ITAs to PNP candidates in the latest draw. Below is a summary of Express Entry draws conducted so far this year:
| Date | Draw Type | Number Of ITAs | Cut-Off CRS Score |
| August 18 | Provincial Nominee Program | 192 | 800 |
| August 8 | French language proficiency | 2,500 | 481 |
| August 7 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,000 | 534 |
| August 6 | Provincial Nominee Program | 225 | 739 |
| July 22 | Healthcare and 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 and 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 and 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 |
This PNP-specific draw marks the fourth Express Entry draw in August 2025. With a CRS cut-off of 800, it also represents the second-highest score of the year, just below the 802-point cut-off recorded in a PNP draw earlier in February.
So far this month, IRCC has:
- Held two PNP draws
- Conducted one French-language proficiency draw
- Issued invitations through the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
The latest draw underscores IRCC’s ongoing efforts to balance federal immigration priorities with provincial labor market needs.
Total ITAs Issued In 2025
As of August 18, IRCC has issued 53,320 ITAs through the Express Entry system this year.
Here’s a breakdown of draws by category in 2025 so far:
| Draw Type | Number Of Draws |
| Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 15 |
| Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 8 |
| French-language proficiency | 4 |
| Healthcare and social services | 3 |
| Education | 1 |
What Does This Means For Candidates?
Express Entry draws in 2025 continue to highlight the importance of provincial nominations. While CRS cut-offs remain high for PNP draws, candidates with strong French-language skills, Canadian work experience, or targeted occupational backgrounds still have significant opportunities to qualify.
For those aiming to boost their CRS scores, securing a provincial nomination remains one of the most effective pathways.
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