Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has completed its third Express Entry draw of the week, sharing 4,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to the eligible candidates showing high-level proficiency in the French language. This latest Express Entry draw proves Canada’s priority on selecting bilingual and French-speaking immigrants as a means of diversifying the country linguistically and culturally.
Also Read Canada Releases 4,500 ITAs in the Third Express Entry Draw of the Week
Major Details of the September 5 Draw
- Total Invitations Issued: 4,500
- Category: French-language proficiency
- Minimum CRS Score Requirement: 446
- Tie-Breaking Rule: Candidates must submit their profiles of Express Entry before June 16, 2025, at 7:21 a.m. UTC.
It is one of the largest francophone appeals of the year, highlighting IRCC’s ongoing campaign to attract highly educated Francophone workers to boost communities across Canada outside of Quebec.
A Very Active Week for Express Entry
The selection of French-language works occurs immediately following two additional selections made earlier this week:
- September 3, 2025: 1,000 ITAs issued via Canadian Experience Class (CEC) with a CRS of 534.
- September 2, 2025: 249 ITAs released in the course of a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw that carried a CRS score of 772.
Express Entry Activity During 2025 to Date
The Canadian government has been frequently making use of the Express Entry throughout 2025. Thus far, 62,109 ITAs have been issued within the different categories.
The following is the year-to-date distribution of the week’s drawings thus far:
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): 16 draws
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 9 draws
- French-Language Proficiency: 5 draws
- Healthcare and Social Services: 4 draws
- Education Stream: 1 draw
Recent Developments on CRS Cut-Off Values This year has seen varied CRS score requirements, ranging from 379 points in March’s large French-language draw to cut-offs above 800 for PNP-specific rounds. The latest draw’s score of 446 indicates relatively accessible opportunities for French-speaking candidates compared to recent PNP selections.
2025 Express Entry Draw Summary
| Date | Draw Type | ITAs Issued | CRS Cut-off |
| 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 |
Why Canada Favors French-Speaking Candidates
Canada’s immigration policy maintains a strong focus on attracting French-speaking individuals. This initiative aims to bolster minority Francophone populations throughout the provinces while simultaneously addressing labor deficiencies in areas where bilingual capabilities provide a competitive edge, including healthcare, public administration, and education.
Forecasts for the Remainder of 2025
With more than 62,000 invitations already sent this year, IRCC is on track for another record-breaking year of immigration through Express Entry. Candidates and other stakeholders expect more category-based draws, especially for healthcare workers and French speakers, as Canada matches immigration with its economic and regional needs.
