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Read moreHey there, friends! Imagine this: you’ve been dreaming of starting a new life in Canada, and you hear the news that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) just issued more invitations to apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system. Exciting, right?
In a recent draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, IRCC sent out 345 ITAs. How amazing is that? But hold on, there’s a bit of a competitive edge to this draw! To be considered, candidates needed to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 778. Not too shabby, but definitely something you need to prepare for!
Now, let’s break down what’s happening in 2025 so far. As of today, IRCC has conducted 19 PNP draws this year, which means a significant focus has been placed on welcoming more skilled individuals into the provinces. Just take a look at the dates of some recent draws:
- October 15 - Healthcare and social services: 2,500 ITAs, 472 CRS
- October 14 - PNP: 345 ITAs, 778 CRS
- October 1 - Canadian Experience Class: 1,000 ITAs, 534 CRS
But here's the thing: the demand is evident, and IRCC has already issued 70,683 ITAs this year! That shows a strong commitment to helping you on your journey. Even better, if you're a French speaker or have Canadian experience, chances are even brighter!
This means opportunities are knocking at your door. So, if you haven't created your Express Entry profile yet, now is the time to get started. Your dream of living in Canada is within reach. Keep pushing forward and know that every step you take brings you closer to your new beginning!
This is awesome news! I was really worried about the low number of ITAs lately, but your explanation about how this increase reflects the government's commitment to attracting skilled workers really reassured me. I'm feeling more hopeful about my own application now!
Wow, this is such exciting news! The information about the increased ITAs really gives me hope as I'm currently working on my application. I appreciate how you broke down the process—especially the tips on improving my CRS score; those are super helpful!
This is exactly what I needed! The breakdown on how the increased ITAs will affect processing times really clarified things for me. I was worried about long waits, but knowing there might be a smoother path ahead is super encouraging!