Canada’s Express Entry Begins a New Chapter Under Fresh Leadership – 277 ITAs Issued in PNP Draw with 726 CRS!
A new era of Canadian immigration has officially begun! Under new leadership at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the Express Entry system is moving forward with renewed focus, strategy, and intent.
The latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held in late June 2025 signals both continuity and progress, as 277 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to PNP candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 726.
1. June 2025 Express Entry Draw – Quick Summary
| Draw Date | June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Program Targeted | Express Entry – Provincial Nominee Program |
| Number of ITAs | 277 |
| Minimum CRS Score | 726 |
| Selection Criteria | PNP Nominees (600 points added automatically) |
This draw was the first Express Entry selection round under Canada’s new immigration leadership team, which is expected to place even greater emphasis on regional growth, labor shortages, and targeted skill recruitment.
2. What’s the PNP Express Entry Draw All About?
Candidates nominated by a Canadian province or territory receive an automatic 600 points boost to their CRS score. This allows them to get selected in federal Express Entry draws, regardless of their base score.
In this draw, even candidates with a base score of 126 CRS could have received an ITA, thanks to the nomination boost.
3. Why the Emphasis on PNPs?
With ongoing labor shortages in provinces like Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Nova Scotia, Canada is leaning more than ever on the PNP system to fill regional skill gaps in sectors like:
- Healthcare
- Construction & Trades
- Tech & Engineering
- Transportation & Logistics
- Education & Childcare
4. Who Can Benefit from PNP + Express Entry?
You’re a strong candidate for PNP-based Express Entry if you:
- Have a valid job offer or work experience in a specific Canadian province
- Match the in-demand NOC list of that province
- Already have a profile in the Express Entry pool
- Want to boost your CRS score and improve PR chances
5. What’s New with IRCC’s New Leadership?
Canada’s immigration leadership is expected to:
- Continue category-based draws (like French-speaking, STEM, Healthcare)
- Increase focus on regional economic growth
- Expand support for Francophone and rural immigration
- Make the PNP process more efficient and transparent
This draw is the first signal of a more targeted, efficient, and skill-focused approach to Canadian immigration.
6. How Visa Master Canada Can Help
Whether you’re a tech worker, nurse, tradesperson, or international graduate, Visa Master Canada can guide you through:
- Creating an Express Entry profile
- Choosing and applying to the right PNP stream
- Preparing documents for PR filing
- Monitoring draw results and policy changes
📞 Book a free PNP assessment today and discover your best pathway!
Your PR Journey Starts with a Provincial Nomination
With only 277 ITAs in this draw, the competition is intense — but your chances improve dramatically when you strategically align your skills with a province’s needs.
