Canada Issues 725 ITAs in March 3rd Express Entry PNP Draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 725 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the most recent Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on March 3, 2025. To be eligible, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 667 and had to create an Express Entry profile before 6:25 pm UTC on June 5, 2024.

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This marks the first Express Entry draw of March, continuing a busy year for the system. February saw over 11,000 ITA issued, focusing on PNP and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. The draws in 2025 have largely favored these two groups, with only one category-based draw so far this year.

Summary of Recent Express Entry Draws in 2025:

• March 3: PNP draw, 725 ITAs, CRS score 667
• February 19: French language proficiency, 6,500 ITAs, CRS score 428
• February 5: CEC draw, 4,000 ITAs, CRS score 521

Candidates who receive an ITA must submit several documents, including a valid passport, language test results, work experience proof, police clearance certificates, and medical exam receipts. Additional documents may include Canadian education credentials, arranged employment letters, and proof of funds, depending on the applicant’s profile.

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