Canada continues to actively manage immigration through the Express Entry system, with the latest draw targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. On June 23, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 503 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to individuals who had received a provincial nomination.
To qualify for this specific round, candidates were required to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 742. They must have submitted their Express Entry profile before 9:44 p.m. UTC on May 30, 2025.
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Highlights from the June 23 Express Entry Draw:
- Draw Type: Provincial Nominee Program
- Number of ITAs Issued: 503
- Minimum CRS Score: 742
- Profile Submission Deadline: Before 9:44 p.m. UTC, May 30, 2025
This latest invitation round marks the fifth draw in June 2025, reflecting IRCC’s consistent use of program-specific and category-based selections to meet Canada’s immigration and labor market objectives.
2025 Express Entry Draw Summary
So far in 2025, a total of 38,845 invitations have been issued through the Express Entry system. Here is a breakdown of this year’s draws up to June 23:
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS score |
| 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 and 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 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 |
Distribution of Express Entry Draw Types in 2025
A closer look at the types of draws conducted this year reveals a strong emphasis on PNP and CEC categories, along with targeted draws for specific skills and language proficiencies.
| Draw Type | Number of Draws |
| Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 11 |
| Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 5 |
| French-language proficiency | 3 |
| Healthcare and social services | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
Application Process: What Happens After Receiving an ITA?
Receiving an ITA is a significant milestone, but it also comes with important responsibilities. Candidates must submit a complete and truthful application for permanent residence (PR). IRCC scrutinizes every submission for accuracy and authenticity.
Misrepresentation, whether intentional or accidental, can have serious consequences:
- A candidate may be banned from reapplying to Express Entry for five years.
- Misrepresentation can lead to inadmissibility, effectively barring an individual from entering Canada.
- Candidates are responsible for the truthfulness of all information and the legitimacy of supporting documents.
Maintaining honesty throughout the process is crucial. Submitting incomplete or false information can jeopardize a candidate’s future in Canada.
Looking Ahead
With Canada aiming to welcome more skilled newcomers in 2025 and beyond, Express Entry remains a vital pathway for permanent residence. IRCC’s continued use of targeted draws ensures alignment with labor market needs and broader immigration priorities.
Candidates aiming for nomination through a PNP or selection under one of the Express Entry priority categories should keep their profiles updated and ensure compliance with eligibility requirements.
