IRCC Extends More Express Entry Invites To PNP Candidates

IRCC extends more Express Entry invites to PNP candidates. The department issued over 646 ITAs to candidates in the draw. 

In order to be considered, candidates needed to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking Score of 750 and have to create an Express Entry candidate profile before 5:41 pm Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) on July 23, 2024. 

The recent draw is the third of the month. It is followed by a Provincial Nominee Program draw on February 4, inviting over 455 candidates. Another Canadian Experience Class Draw also took place on February 5, which issued 4,000 ITAs. 

Since the beginning of 2025, IRCC has chosen to focus Express Entry draws on either PNP or CEC candidates, with draw sizes for the latter returning to the larger selections more typical of CEC draws in 2024. 

The exclusion of category-based draws for French speakers, healthcare workers, as well as tradespeople is notable as IRCC designated these groups as priority categories through the Express Entry system in 2025. Further, IRCC has allocated around 41,700 permanent resident landings to this group this year through the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan.  

Summary Of Express Entry Draws In 2025 

IRCC extends more Express Entry invites to PNP candidates. Below is the summary for the same. Take a look!

Is Entering The Express Entry Pool Worthwhile If I Have A Low CRS Score?

IRCC extends more Express Entry invites to PNP candidates. While having a low CRS score might be dissuading for some candidates looking to enter the Express Entry pool, it is generally always a good idea to enter the Express Entry pool if you are eligible, as simply being in the pool can increase your chances of receiving an ITA. 

This is for various reasons, including: 

1. CRS Scores Remain Unpredictable And Ever-Changing

What might seem like a low at the moment might be sufficient in the future for receiving an ITA. However, if candidates are out of the pool, they will likely not be able to benefit from these fluctuations due to the second point. 

2. The Tie-Breaking Rule 

In addition to meeting other conditions of an Express Entry draw to be invited, candidates must also create an Express Entry candidates profile in the system by the date and time specified in the ministerial instructions – known as the tie-break rule. Candidates who have not created an Express Entry profile before this time are not considered in that draw. Thus, entering the Express Entry candidates pool early is often beneficial for a newcomer’s chances of obtaining an ITA. 

3. Your CRS Score May Increase While You Are In The Candidate Pool

If you are able to raise your CRS score, then it can increase in real-time once you receive the proper supporting documentation. This implies that you do not have to wait, nor submit a new Express Entry profile if your CRS score changes. 

4. You Can Be Considered For Multiple Programs With An Express Entry Profile

This includes enhanced PNP streams and pilot programs, which are often region-specific. Candidates to these other programs should make sure that their inclusion in the Express Entry pool will not impact their eligibility. In cases where this is not an issue, however, candidates can now build eligibility for immigration through two separate pathways, increasing their chances of obtaining an ITA or its equivalent. 

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