On June 10, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a targeted Express Entry draw, issuing 125 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 784.

This brings the total number of ITAs issued in 2025 to 35,342, reinforcing the trend of focused draws aligned with Canada’s immigration priorities.

 

June 10 Express Entry Draw: Highlights

  • Program: Provincial Nominee Program
  • Date:June 10, 2025
  • CRS score (lowest invited): 784
  • ITAs issued:125
  • Tie-breaking rule: September 12, 2024, at 18:12:15 UTC

This was the third Express Entry draw in June, following:

  • A Healthcare and Social Services draw on June 4 (500 ITAs, CRS 504)
  • Another PNP-specific draw on June 2 (277 ITAs, CRS 726)

As anticipated, the number of invitations issued is lower, and we may see a continued pattern of smaller, targeted draws throughout the month.

The high cut-off score reflects the nature of PNP draws, where a 600-point CRS boost is added to candidates who receive a provincial nomination. This gives them a substantial advantage over other profiles.

Express Entry Trends in 2025

So far in 2025, IRCC has issued 35,342 invitations through a mix of program-specific and category-based draws. Here’s a breakdown by type:

  • PNP:10 draws
  • Canadian Experience Class (CEC):4 draws
  • French-language proficiency:3 draws
  • Healthcare & Social Services: 2 draws
  • Education stream:1 draw

This draw distribution is in line with Canada’s 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan, which prioritizes economic immigration and supports sectors like healthcare, trades, and Francophone communities, as well as candidates already in Canada (CEC and PNP).

 

Why PNP Nominations Are So Valuable

Being nominated through a PNP adds 600 points to your CRS score, making an ITA almost guaranteed in the next relevant draw—as demonstrated by the June 10 draw’s 784 cut-off.

This latest draw reinforces the importance of provincial nomination for candidates with otherwise moderate CRS scores.

 

What This Means for You

If you’re an Express Entry candidate, this is a great time to:

  • Explore PNP pathways that match your occupation or experience
  • Improve your CRS score by increasing language test results or obtaining a nomination
  • Stay up to date with Express Entry trends and draw patterns

With IRCC continuing to prioritize skilled newcomers through targeted draws, a strong, well-optimized profile—especially with a provincial nomination—can significantly improve your chances of receiving an invitation to apply for permanent residence.