Dear future neighbour,
Canada conducted its latest Express Entry draw on July 21, 2025, and it’s good news for those who have been nominated by a Canadian province through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
See below details of latest Express Entry Draw
– Date of Draw: July 21, 2025
– Program Targeted: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
– Number of Invitations Issued: 202
– Minimum CRS Score Required: 788
– Tie Breaking Rule- June 5, 2025
What Does This Mean?
This draw was only for candidates who had already received a provincial nomination. A provincial nomination gives applicants an automatic 600 extra points on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. That’s why the cut-off score is quite high. Without that 600 boost, most candidates wouldn’t be able to reach this score.
If you were invited in this draw, it means you are now officially being invited to apply for permanent residence (PR) in Canada.
See below CRS Score Distribution
| CRS score range | Number of candidates |
|---|---|
| 601-1200 | 200 |
| 501-600 | 21,348 |
| 451-500 | 78,339 |
| 491-500 | 13,567 |
| 481-490 | 13,941 |
| 471-480 | 17,741 |
| 461-470 | 17,397 |
| 451-460 | 15,693 |
| 401-450 | 73,409 |
| 441-450 | 15,124 |
| 431-440 | 16,007 |
| 421-430 | 14,463 |
| 411-420 | 14,500 |
| 401-410 | 13,315 |
| 351-400 | 54,165 |
| 301-350 | 21,122 |
| 0-300 | 8,331 |
| Total | 256,914 |
What Happens Next for Invited Candidates?
If you received an invitation:
1.You’ll have 60 days to submit your full permanent residence application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
2.You’ll need to provide all required documents (police checks, medical exams, proof of funds, etc.).
3.IRCC will then process your application—processing times can vary, but PNP applicants are usually prioritized.
What If You Weren’t Invited?
Don’t worry! Canada runs different types of Express Entry draws.
If you are not nominated through a province, you could still qualify through other categories, such as:
•Canadian Experience Class (CEC) – For people already working in Canada.
•Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) – For skilled workers with experience abroad.
•Category-based draws – For people in specific industries like healthcare, tech, or those with strong French language skills.
See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
What You Can Do Next:
– Check if you qualify for a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
– Keep your Express Entry profile active and updated.
– Improve your CRS score if possible (language tests, education assessments, job offers).
– Watch for upcoming draws, more are expected soon.
Canada continues to use the Express Entry system to bring in skilled workers who will contribute to the economy. The PNP draws help provinces specifically target people they need. This means applicants who follow the right pathways can boost their chances of getting Canadian permanent residency faster.
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