Canada Issues 8,036 PR Invitations in Latest Express Entry Draws This Week
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In the latest Express Entry draws on March 17 and 21, 2025, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) granted 8,036 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. These draws offer skilled candidates a chance to settle in Canada and contribute to its workforce.
On March 21, 2025, IRCC conducted a French language proficiency draw, issuing 7,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 379. The lowest-ranked candidate invited had a CRS score of 379, with a rank of 7,500 or higher. The tie-breaking rule for this draw was set to March 6, 2025, at 02:53:27 UTC.
On March 17, 2025, IRCC held a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, inviting 536 candidates who had received provincial nominations. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for the PNP draw was 736, with a rank of 536 or higher. The tie-breaking rule for this draw was set to March 12, 2025, at 2:02 PM UTC.
In March 2025, following a French Language Proficiency draw on March 6 and another PNP draw on March 3, IRCC continued to issue significant numbers of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to skilled candidates. With multiple draws taking place throughout the month, more hopeful candidates have the opportunity to begin their journey toward Canadian immigration.
CRS Score Distribution in the Express Entry Pool
The latest CRS score distribution provides insights into the number of candidates in the Express Entry pool based on their scores. Here is the breakdown of candidates by CRS score range.
| CRS score range | Number of candidates |
|---|---|
| 601-1200 | 693 |
| 501-600 | 25,522 |
| 451-500 | 70,055 |
| 491-500 | 13,711 |
| 481-490 | 13,343 |
| 471-480 | 16,033 |
| 461-470 | 14,032 |
| 451-460 | 12,936 |
| 401-450 | 61,487 |
| 441-450 | 12,314 |
| 431-440 | 13,018 |
| 421-430 | 11,619 |
| 411-420 | 11,919 |
| 401-410 | 12,617 |
| 351-400 | 51,802 |
| 301-350 | 21,303 |
| 0-300 | 6,047 |
| Total | 236,909 |
Also Read: How Express Entry Tie-Breaker Rule Boosts Your Canada PR Chances
Summary of the Express Entry Draws in 2025
The Express Entry draws in 2025 have issued numerous Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across different categories. Here is a summary of all these draws.
| Date | Draw type | Number of ITAs | Minimum CRS Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 21 | French language proficiency | 7,500 | 379 |
| March 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 536 | 736 |
| March 6, 2025 | French language proficiency | 4,500 | 410 |
| March 3, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 667 |
| February 19, 2025 | French language proficiency | 6,500 | 428 |
| February 17, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 646 | 750 |
| February 5, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 521 |
| February 4, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
| January 23, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
| January 8, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
| January 7, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
Check Out: Changes in Canada Express Entry Draw Categories: 2025 Updates
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The Express Entry draws have provided thousands of skilled candidates with opportunities to apply for permanent residency in Canada. With category-specific draws, including French language proficiency and PNP selections, IRCC continues to streamline immigration pathways. For expert guidance on Canada immigration through Express Entry, GetGIS offers professional assistance to help candidates navigate the process smoothly and gain PR in Canada.
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