Canada’s PNP Draw Invites 225 Express Entry Candidates
On August 6, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its most recent Express Entry draw, inviting 225 candidates through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This marks the first draw of the month, following a busy July when IRCC held four draws, inviting a total of 7,558 candidates for permanent residency.
If you receive an invitation from an Express Entry draw, it’s essential to act quickly. You’ll have 60 days to submit your application for permanent residency to the IRCC. If you miss this window, your Invitation to Apply (ITA) will no longer be valid.
Results from the Latest Express Entry Draw
The August 6 draw saw 225 candidates invited to apply for permanent residency under the PNP category, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 739 required to qualify.
- Date of Draw: August 6, 2025
- Program: Provincial Nominee Program
- Number of ITAs Issued: 225
- Minimum CRS Score: 739
- Tie-Breaking Rule: April 23, 2025, 06:35:51 UTC
This recent draw indicates a continued focus on specific candidate categories, as seen with earlier PNP draws throughout the year.
A Look Back at July 2025
July also featured a variety of draws catering to different occupations:
- A Healthcare and Social Services occupations draw on July 22 invited 4,000 candidates.
- A PNP draw on July 21 issued 202 invitations.
- A Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw on July 8 brought in 3,000 applicants.
- Another PNP draw on July 7 invited 356 candidates.
Overall, 2025 has been a fruitful year, with IRCC issuing a staggering 49,628 ITAs via the Express Entry system so far.
Express Entry Draws Breakdown in 2025
| Draw Type | Number of Draws |
| Provincial Nominee Program | 14 |
| Canadian Experience Class | 7 |
| French Language Proficiency | 3 |
| Healthcare and Social Services Occupations | 3 |
| Education | 1 |
The IRCC appears to be utilising a biweekly pattern, alternating between Provincial Nominee Programs and Canadian Experience Class draws since mid-June.
Currently, around 80% of the Canadian PR applications under the Express Entry program are processed within six months, offering a reasonable timeline for those looking to establish a life in Canada.
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