Government data reveals that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently issued a significant number of invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.

The latest draw specifically targeted candidates in the education category, with 2,500 ITAs being issued. To qualify for this draw, candidates were required to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 462 and had to create an Express Entry candidate profile before a specified date.

Overview of Express Entry Draws in 2025

• September 17 – Education: 2,500 ITAs, CRS cut-off score of 462
• September 15 – Provincial Nominee Program: 228 ITAs, CRS cut-off score of 746
• September 4 – French language proficiency: 4,500 ITAs, CRS cut-off score of 446
• September 3 – Canadian Experience Class: 1,000 ITAs, CRS cut-off score of 534
• September 2 – Provincial Nominee Program: 249 ITAs, CRS cut-off score of 772
• August 19 – Healthcare and social services: 2,500 ITAs, CRS cut-off score of 470
• August 18 – Provincial Nominee Program: 192 ITAs, CRS cut-off score of 800
• August 8 – French language proficiency: 2,500 ITAs, CRS cut-off score of 481
• August 7 – Canadian Experience Class: 1,000 ITAs, CRS cut-off score of 500