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.

Summary of Express Entry Draws in 2025

Draw Type

Date

Number of Invitation

CRS Score

Draw Type

331

January 7, 2025

471

793

Provincial Nominee Program

332

January 8, 2025

1,350

542

Canadian Experience Class

333

January 23, 2025

4,000

527

Canadain Experience Class

334

February 4, 2025

455

802

Provincial Nominee Program

335

February 5, 2025

4,000

521

Canadain Experience Class

336

February 17, 2025

646

750

Provincial Nominee Program