IRCC Issues Invitations in the Latest Express Entry Draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued another round of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Express Entry pool. In this draw, 725 candidates who are part of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) received ITAs, making them eligible to apply for Canadian permanent residence. To qualify, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 667. Additionally, they had to have created their Express Entry profile before 6:25 p.m. Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) on June 5, 2024.

Express Entry’s Ongoing Activity in 2025

This draw is the first one for the month of March and follows several others that took place in February. Last month saw a mix of draws, including one that focused on French-language proficiency, two PNP-specific draws, and two draws aimed at Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. Overall, February was a very active month for the Express Entry system, with IRCC issuing more than 11,000 ITAs since the start of the month.

So far in 2025, IRCC has primarily focused on PNP and CEC candidates. While category-based selection draws have been less common this year, IRCC has been steadily inviting individuals who fit these two groups, underscoring the government’s commitment to bringing in highly skilled immigrants who can meet Canada’s labor market needs.

A Look at Recent Express Entry Draws in 2025

What’s Next After Receiving an ITA?

Candidates who receive an ITA through the Express Entry system and choose to apply for permanent residence will need to submit several key documents. These include:

• A valid passport
• Birth certificate
• Up-to-date language test results
• Evidence of work experience
• Police clearance certificates for every country you’ve lived in for more than six months since turning 18
• A receipt for an Immigration Medical Exam (if applicable)
• Regulation-sized photos of the principal applicant and any accompanying family members

Depending on the program under which you are applying and the information provided in your Express Entry profile, additional documents may also be required. These may include:

• Proof of Canadian education credentials or an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for foreign education
• A letter of attestation or official transcripts from post-secondary institutions
• A job offer letter from a Canadian employer
• Proof of family relationships in Canada
• Evidence of settlement funds
• Marriage or divorce certificates
• Adoption papers or certified copies of skilled trade qualifications
• Work contracts, pay stubs, and/or income tax documentation