Dear future neighbour,
Thinking about immigrating to Canada? You’ll want to hear about the latest Express Entry draw, which took place on November 10, 2025.
This draw was another reminder that the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) continues to play a huge role in Canada’s immigration system.
Whether you’re already in the Express Entry pool or planning to join soon, here’s what happened, what it means, and how you can use this information to boost your chances.
Quick recap of the November 10 draw
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Draw Number: #377
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Date: November 10, 2025
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Type: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) only
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Invitations Issued: 714
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Minimum CRS Score: 738
- Tie-Breaking Rule: February 22, 2025
In simple terms, this draw was only for candidates nominated by a Canadian province or territory.
Each PNP nomination adds 600 CRS points to your profile, so these candidates already had a major advantage.
What’s a PNP draw?
The Provincial Nominee Program allows provinces to choose skilled workers who can fill local labour shortages.
Each province has its own PNP streams focusing on different needs, for example:
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Ontario often invites tech professionals.
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Alberta targets workers in healthcare and trades.
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British Columbia looks for candidates in tech, construction, and hospitality.
If you receive a PNP nomination, you’re practically guaranteed an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency in the next draw.
Why is the CRS Cut-Off so high (738!)?
A CRS cut-off score of 738 may sound intimidating but remember, PNP candidates automatically get 600 points.
This means their base CRS score (before nomination) was around 130–140.
This high cutoff simply shows that:
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The draw was small (only 714 invitations).
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It focused entirely on PNP-nominated candidates.
So if your CRS score is lower, don’t worry, there are plenty of other draws that focus on different categories.
See below summary of Express Entry draws in 2025
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS score |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 11 | Provincial Nominee Program | 714 | 738 |
| October 29 | French language proficiency | 6,000 | 416 |
| October 28 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,000 | 533 |
| October 27 | Provincial Nominee Program | 302 | 761 |
| October 15 | Healthcare and social services | 2,500 | 472 |
| October 14 | Provincial Nominee Program | 345 | 778 |
| October 6 | French language proficiency | 4,500 | 432 |
| October 1 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,000 | 534 |
| September 29 | Provincial Nominee Program | 291 | 855 |
| September 18 | Trade | 1,250 | 505 |
| September 17 | Education | 2,500 | 462 |
| September 15 | Provincial Nominee Program | 228 | 746 |
| September 4 | French language proficiency | 4,500 | 446 |
| September 3 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,000 | 534 |
| September 2 | Provincial Nominee Program | 249 | 772 |
| August 19 | Healthcare and social services | 2,500 | 470 |
| 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 |
What this means for you
If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada, here’s what this draw tells us:
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Provincial nomination is powerful.
It can completely change your chances of getting invited. If your CRS score isn’t super high, try applying for a provincial program that matches your skills. -
Keep improving your CRS score.
Even small changes like retaking your IELTS, getting more work experience, or adding your spouse’s credentials can make a big difference. -
Stay in the pool and stay updated.
Express Entry draws can happen every two weeks, but sometimes IRCC surprises everyone with category-based or smaller draws. So keep your profile active and ready! -
Understand your options.
Don’t focus only on one path. Some people get in through PNPs, others through the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or category-based draws for in-demand jobs.
Canada’s bigger immigration picture
Canada recently shared its Immigration Levels Plan for 2026–2028, and it clearly shows one thing; the country still needs skilled newcomers.
However, IRCC is being more strategic, targeting workers who fit specific regional and job market needs.
So, if your career aligns with Canada’s labour shortages (like healthcare, tech, trades, or French-speaking roles), your chances are looking good!
How you can prepare?
This is the first Express Entry draw of November and the first one since IRCC announced its new three-year Immigration Levels Plan. It’s also the biggest PNP draw we’ve seen since April 14, when 825 hopefuls were invited to apply for permanent residency.
To improve your chances:
– Consider applying for a provincial nomination
– Keep improving your CRS score
– Stay informed about category-based draws
Remember, immigration isn’t a one-time event but a journey. Stay patient, stay prepared, and your invitation might be closer than you think!
Need help with your Canadian immigration process?
Whether you’re applying for a visitor visa, submitting a work permit or visa application, creating an Expression of Interest (EOI), setting up an Express Entry or Provincial Nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an Invitation to Apply, or simply want a professional review of your self-prepared application, we’re here to assist you.
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