In a recent move, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its third Express Entry draw of February.
Candidates invited in this latest round must submit their complete permanent residence (PR) applications within 60 days. Meeting the deadline is crucial to securing their pathway to immigration.
It’s important to note that if the deadline passes, the issued Invitation to Apply (ITA) will no longer remain valid.
Latest Express Entry Draw Results
The latest Express Entry draw was on February 17, 2025, focusing on applicants under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Canada has given 646 Invitations to Use (ITAs) in its latest draw, asking eligible candidates to apply for permanent residence. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score needed to obtain an invitation was 646.
Latest Canada Express Entry Draw Update
Draw No. 336
Type of Draw: Provincial Nominee Program
Number of Invitations Issued: 646
Minimum Rank Required: 646 or higher
Date & Time of Draw: February 17, 2025, at 14:42:17 UTC
CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 750
Tie-Breaking Rule: July 23, 2024, at 17:41:11 UTC
If multiple candidates have the lowest score, the tiebreaker is determined by the date and time of their Express Entry profile submission.
Express Entry PNP Draws
Canadian provinces use the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to select skilled workers from the Express Entry pool, addressing regional labor shortages. This program helps provinces fill in-demand jobs by inviting candidates suited to their specific workforce needs.
How Does It Work?
Provinces invite candidates who meet their requirements and receive a PNP nomination, which adds an extra 600 points to your Express Entry profile. This boost nearly guarantees an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.
Regular PNP Draws
Express Entry PNP draws take place frequently, with cut-off scores fluctuating based on provincial labor market demands. Each province sets its criteria to invite candidates who meet their workforce requirements.
Latest Update: 2025 Draws
This was the third Express Entry PNP draw conducted by IRCC in 2025.
Last year, 14 PNP-characteristic interests were held by the division.
In total, 52 Express Entry draws were conducted, inviting 98,903 candidates to apply for Canada Permanent Residency.
Express Entry Draws in 2025
The Sixth Express Entry Draw of 2025 takes place, as guided by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
10,922 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) have been issued to candidates in 2025 so far.
What If You Haven’t Received an ITA?
Your profile stays functional for 12 months in the Express Entry pool.
Do not withdraw your application—you may get requested in future draws.
Irregular Draw Pattern in 2025
Express Entry draws are usually kept every two weeks.
However, draw patterns have been unpredictable in both 2024 and early 2025, making it difficult to estimate the next draw date.
Processing Time
Fast Processing: 80% of Express Entry applications are finalized within 8 to 10 months. Stay informed Keep track of upcoming Express Entry draws for new opportunities.
