Dear future neighbour,
On May 12, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the details of the third Express Entry draw for the month in a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw..
In this round, 511 candidates received invitations to apply, provided they had a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 706.
See below details of latest Express Entry Draw of May 12, 2025
- Category/Program: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate: 706
- Number of ITAs Issued: 511
- Rank Required: 511 or above
- Tie-Breaking Rule: March 4, 2025
See below summary of Express Entry Draws so far in 2025
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Express Entry has served as Canada’s main system for managing applications from skilled workers, aimed at addressing the country’s labour market requirements.
See below CRS Score Distribution in the pool as at May 12
| CRS score range | Number of candidates |
|---|---|
| 601-1200 | 513 |
| 501-600 | 22,316 |
| 451-500 | 73,582 |
| 491-500 | 12,399 |
| 481-490 | 12,663 |
| 471-480 | 16,612 |
| 461-470 | 16,663 |
| 451-460 | 15,245 |
| 401-450 | 69,467 |
| 441-450 | 14,401 |
| 431-440 | 15,200 |
| 421-430 | 13,675 |
| 411-420 | 13,552 |
| 401-410 | 12,639 |
| 351-400 | 53,598 |
| 301-350 | 22,051 |
| 0-300 | 8,442 |
| Total | 249,969 |
Understanding How Express Entry Invitations Are Issued
Canada’s Express Entry system follows a clear, step-by-step approach when inviting individuals to apply for permanent residency.
Here’s how the process generally unfolds:
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Type of Draw Chosen: First, immigration officials decide what kind of draw will take place—whether it’s open to all candidates, limited to a specific program, or focused on a particular category like job type or language skills.
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Number of Invitations: A target number of candidates is set, based on current immigration goals.
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Candidate Selection: Profiles in the Express Entry pool are ranked by score, and those with the highest points who meet the criteria for that draw are chosen.
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Invitations Sent Out: Selected applicants receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency. From there, they have 60 days to submit a complete application.
What Affects Each Draw?
A few key factors shape how each round of invitations plays out:
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Immigration Goals: Canada plans to welcome close to 400,000 newcomers each year, with a large portion coming through Express Entry.
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Workforce Demands: Sometimes, draws are tailored to specific industries or skill sets needed in the country.
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CRS Score Thresholds: The minimum score needed to receive an ITA can vary depending on how many candidates are in the pool and the type of draw being held.
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