Exciting news for those looking to immigrate to Canada! Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has just issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. In a recent draw specifically for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, 345 ITAs were handed out.

To be eligible for this draw, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 778 and must have created their Express Entry candidate profile before 7:58 p.m. UTC on July 17, 2025.

Let’s break down the Express Entry draws so far this year. In total, IRCC has issued a whopping 70,683 ITAs in 2025 alone! Most of these invitations have gone to PNP candidates, but there has also been a significant focus on those with Canadian Experience Class (CEC) rankings and French-language skills.

So, if you're interested in finding out where you stand in the Express Entry pool, now is a great time to check your profile and see how competitive you are!