On March 3, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted an Express Entry draw, issuing 725 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this draw was 667. To be eligible, candidates needed to have created their Express Entry profiles before June 5, 2024, at 6:25 pm UTC.
This draw is part of a series of Express Entry draws in 2025, reflecting IRCC’s efforts to address Canada’s economic and demographic needs. Below is a summary of the draws conducted so far this year:
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Notably, the February 19 draw focused on candidates with French language proficiency, issuing 6,500 ITAs with a minimum CRS score of 428. This was the first category-based selection draw of 2025, highlighting IRCC’s commitment to linguistic diversity and addressing specific labor market needs.
The CRS scores have varied across different draw types, reflecting the targeted approach of IRCC in selecting candidates who meet specific criteria, such as provincial nominations, Canadian work experience, or language proficiency. Candidates aiming to improve their CRS scores can consider strategies like obtaining a provincial nomination, enhancing language test results, gaining additional work experience, or pursuing further education.
These developments underscore Canada’s dynamic immigration landscape, with IRCC adapting its selection processes to align with the country’s evolving economic priorities and demographic goals.
