Canada’s Express Entry system witnessed a notable resurgence in June 2025, marking a shift in immigration trends for the year. With six draws conducted in just one month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) significantly accelerated its invitation pace, inviting more candidates than in April and May combined.
This report dives into the key highlights from June’s draws, analyzes score distributions across the Express Entry pool, and helps candidates assess how their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores measure up in the current landscape.
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Express Entry Activity in June 2025: A Busy Month for ITAs
June saw a renewed intensity in Express Entry activity, with a total of 7,405 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued over six separate rounds of invitations. This marks the highest number of draws in a single month so far in 2025.
Here’s a breakdown of the draws held in June:
| Date | Type of Draw | Number of ITAs | Minimum CRS Score |
| June 2, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 277 | 726 |
| June 4, 2025 | Healthcare & Social Services (Category-based) | 500 | 504 |
| June 10, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 125 | 784 |
| June 12, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 3,000 | 529 |
| June 23, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 503 | 742 |
| June 26, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 3,000 | 521 |
This uptick reflects IRCC’s growing focus on specific immigration categories, notably the Healthcare and Social Services sector—one of the top priorities under category-based selection for 2025.
Monthly ITAs in 2025: June Rebounds Strongly
Although June showed a remarkable comeback compared to the previous two months, the number of ITAs issued still trails behind the peaks recorded in February and March.
| Month | Total ITAs Issued |
| January 2025 | 5,821 |
| February 2025 | 11,601 |
| March 2025 | 13,261 |
| April 2025 | 1,246 |
| May 2025 | 2,511 |
| June 2025 | 7,405 |
With June included, the cumulative ITAs issued in 2025 now stand at 41,845, indicating strong momentum heading into the second half of the year.
CRS Score Distribution as of June 22, 2025
The total number of active profiles in the Express Entry pool has risen significantly. As of June 22, 256,754 candidates were in the pool—6,672 more than mid-May.
| CRS Score Range | Candidate Count |
| 0–300 | 8,370 |
| 301–350 | 21,746 |
| 351–400 | 54,237 |
| 401–410 | 13,150 |
| 411–420 | 14,209 |
| 421–430 | 14,273 |
| 431–440 | 15,676 |
| 441–450 | 14,927 |
| 451–460 | 15,525 |
| 461–470 | 17,167 |
| 471–480 | 17,358 |
| 481–490 | 13,508 |
| 491–500 | 13,190 |
| 501–600 | 22,947 |
| 601–1200 | 471 |
Notably, profiles in the 601–1200 range—mostly candidates with provincial nominations—increased by over 440 since the last update in May.
CRS Scores vs. Candidate Distribution: How Competitive Is Your Score?
The data below offers a percentile-based breakdown, helping candidates gauge their competitiveness in the current pool. Each range shows both the number of profiles and where those scores fall on the percentile spectrum:
| CRS Range | Candidates | Percentile Range | Percentage of Pool |
| 0–300 | 8,370 | 0 – 3.26% | 3.26% |
| 301–350 | 21,746 | 3.26% – 11.73% | 8.47% |
| 351–400 | 54,237 | 11.73% – 32.85% | 21.12% |
| 401–410 | 13,150 | 32.85% – 37.98% | 5.12% |
| 411–420 | 14,209 | 37.98% – 43.51% | 5.53% |
| 421–430 | 14,273 | 43.51% – 49.07% | 5.56% |
| 431–440 | 15,676 | 49.07% – 55.17% | 6.11% |
| 441–450 | 14,927 | 55.17% – 60.99% | 5.81% |
| 451–460 | 15,525 | 60.99% – 67.03% | 6.05% |
| 461–470 | 17,167 | 67.03% – 73.72% | 6.69% |
| 471–480 | 17,358 | 73.72% – 80.48% | 6.76% |
| 481–490 | 13,508 | 80.48% – 85.74% | 5.26% |
| 491–500 | 13,190 | 85.74% – 90.88% | 5.14% |
| 501–600 | 22,947 | 90.88% – 99.82% | 8.94% |
| 601–1200 | 471 | 99.82% – 100% | 0.18% |
This percentile data shows that candidates with CRS scores above 500 are in the top 10% of the pool, indicating high competitiveness, especially for category-based or PNP draws.
What This Means for Applicants
- Mid-level scores (450–500) are becoming increasingly common, suggesting that merely meeting the average may no longer be sufficient to receive an ITA.
- Provincial nominations continue to boost candidates into the highest score ranges, often beyond 700 CRS points.
- Category-based selections are playing a bigger role—especially for healthcare, tech, and trades—offering targeted opportunities even for candidates with lower scores.
Final Thoughts
June’s uptick in activity suggests that IRCC is back on track to meet its annual immigration targets after a slow spring. The introduction of category-specific draws has added new dimensions to the Express Entry landscape, making it vital for candidates to remain adaptable and proactive in improving their CRS score or exploring alternate streams like PNP.
With the second half of the year ahead, more movement is expected across categories. Staying informed and strategically aligned with evolving draw patterns will be key for hopeful applicants in 2025.
