Canada Rolls Out New Express Entry Draw on July 21, Issues 202 PR Invitations
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Canada's latest Express Entry draw on July 21 reflects that PNP candidates need 788 CRS in comparison to CEC's 518. Read the full news and find out 2025 trends & learn how to boost your chances for Canada PR.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system on July 21. The candidates invited from the pool apply in rounds throughout the year. These candidates are chosen based on points under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).
Key Details of July 21 PNP Draw
- CRS Cut-Off Score: 788
- Number of ITAs Issued: 202
- Tie-breaking Rule: Profiles submitted before June 5, 2025, at 23:50:45 UTC
- Eligibility: Candidates needed a minimum CRS of 788 and had to have created their Express Entry profile before the tie-breaker deadline.
July’s Express Entry Draws Continue PNP and CEC Focus
The draw announced on July 21, 2025, is the third of the month, following:
|
Draw Type |
Number of Draws |
|
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) |
13 |
|
Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
7 |
|
French-language proficiency |
3 |
|
Healthcare and social services |
2 |
|
Education |
1 |
So far in 2025, IRCC has issued 45,403 ITAs, with PNP draws dominating (13 rounds), followed by CEC (7 rounds), French-language proficiency (3 rounds), and targeted occupation categories.
Also Read: Canada Invites CEC Candidates with Lowest CRS Score Since September 2024
Full Summary of Express Entry draws in 2025
Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS Score |
July 21 | Provincial Nominee Program | 202 | 788 |
July 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 518 |
July 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 356 | 750 |
June 26 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 521 |
June 23 | Provincial Nominee Program | 503 | 742 |
June 12 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 529 |
June 10 | Provincial Nominee Program | 125 | 784 |
June 4 | Healthcare and Social Services | 500 | 504 |
June 2 | Provincial Nominee Program | 277 | 726 |
May 13 | Canadian Experience Class | 500 | 547 |
May 12 | Provincial Nominee Program | 511 | 706 |
May 2 | Healthcare and Social Services | 500 | 510 |
May 1 | Education | 1,000 | 479 |
April 28 | Provincial Nominee Program | 421 | 727 |
April 14 | Provincial Nominee Program | 825 | 764 |
March 21 | French-Language Proficiency | 7,500 | 379 |
March 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 536 | 736 |
March 6 | French-Language Proficiency | 4,500 | 410 |
March 3 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 667 |
February 19 | French-Language Proficiency | 6,500 | 428 |
February 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 646 | 750 |
February 5 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 521 |
February 4 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
January 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
January 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
January 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
In summary, PNP candidates need much higher CRS scores compared to CEC or French-language draws. CEC draws are more frequent and larger, with CRS cut-offs typically in the low 500s. IRCC is focusing on PNP and CEC candidates in 2025, with occasional targeted occupation draws.
Also Read: Canada’s Average Salaries Jump to $67,466 in 2025, Ontario Outpaces National Average
GetGIS Helps You Secure Your ITA in Upcoming Express Entry Rounds
With 45,403 ITAs already issued in 2025, competition is neck-to-neck, especially for PNP candidates needing CRS scores as high as 788. CEC candidates with scores in the 500s are receiving 3,000+ invitations per draw, could this be your best pathway? Let GetGIS guide your journey to Canada with expert immigration support.
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