Canada’s Third Express Entry Draw of January 2025: 4,000 ITAs Issued

In the third Express Entry draw of January 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 4,000 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. This draw, held on January 23, required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 527, with profiles submitted before 7:06:43 am UTC on July 23, 2024.

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January 2025 Draws Overview

• January 7, 2025: 471 ITAs issued under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), CRS cut-off: 793.
• January 8, 2025: 1,350 ITAs issued under CEC, CRS cut-off: 542.

Focus on Express Entry in 2025

Canada’s 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan prioritizes economic immigration through Express Entry. The plan allocates 124,590 new landings for Express Entry in 2025, up from 110,770 in 2024. Meanwhile, PNP allocations have been reduced to 55,000 for 2025, emphasizing IRCC’s reliance on Express Entry-managed programs.

Tips to Improve CRS Scores

Candidates can boost their CRS scores by improving language proficiency, gaining work experience, pursuing higher education, obtaining a provincial nomination, or earning a certificate of qualification in skilled trades.

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Conclusion

Express Entry remains Canada’s primary pathway for skilled immigration. With increased allocations for 2025, candidates are encouraged to enhance their profiles to secure an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in upcoming draws.