Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has just held its first Express Entry draw of April 2025, exclusively targeting candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream. A total of 825 skilled immigrants received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Canadian permanent residency.
| Draw # | Draw Type | ITAs Issued | Minimum CRS | Tie-Breaking Rule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #324 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 825 | 764 | August 17, 2024 (18:35 UTC) |
What This Means for Candidates:
Canada’s Express Entry system remains the fastest pathway to PR, but with recent changes—like the removal of job offer points—PNP draws are becoming even more competitive.
| Draw # | Date | ITAs Issued | CRS Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| #340 | Mar 17, 2025 | 536 | 736 |
| #338 | Mar 3, 2025 | 725 | 667 |
| #336 | Feb 17, 2025 | 646 | 750 |
| #334 | Feb 4, 2025 | 455 | 802 (Highest of 2025) |
| #331 | Jan 7, 2025 | 471 | 793 |
Total PNP ITAs in 2025: 2,833
Next PNP draw: Expected late April (CRS likely 750+).
Next CEC (Canadian Experience Class) draw: Likely 520-540 CRS range.
Next French-language draw: Possibly below 400 CRS.
Boost language scores (IELTS/CELPIP or TEF for French).
Gain Canadian work experience (CEC candidates have an edge).
Secure a provincial nomination (PNP = +600 CRS points).
IRCC typically holds draws every 2 weeks. The next could be:
General draw (CRS ~500)
PNP-specific draw (CRS ~750)
French-language draw (CRS ~380)
Based on 2025 trends, likely between 520-540.
Use our free CRS calculator to estimate your points.
PNP candidates already have 600 extra points, so the base CRS is inflated.
With 80% of PR applications processed in 6 months, Express Entry remains the fastest way to move to Canada. However, competition is fierce—especially in PNP draws.
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