Express Entry Draw #363: 249 Provincial Nominee Candidates Receive Permanent Residency Invitations
2025-09-03 | Abroad Pathway Immigration | Leave a Comment
Canada held its first Express Entry draw of September 2025, issuing 249 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This draw, conducted on September 2, continues the government’s strategy to invite skilled immigrants through targeted provincial streams.
Key Details of the Draw
- Date: September 2, 2025
- Number of Invitations: 249
- Program Targeted: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- Minimum CRS Score: 772
- Tie-Breaker: Profiles submitted before August 28, 2025, 19:19:18 UTC were considered in case of identical scores.
Significance and Competition
The relatively high CRS cut-off of 772 underscores the competitiveness of PNP-designated draws, which award 600 additional points for provincial nomination. With over 254,000 candidates in the Express Entry pool as of September 1, 2025, only 246 had scores between 601 and 1,200 — highlighting the intense demand for PR status.
- The crowded applicant pool, especially in the 451–500 range, underlines the value of provincial nomination as one of the most effective pathways to Canadian permanent residency.
- This draw is in line with IRCC’s ongoing focus on meeting regional labor needs through skilled immigration.
Recent Draws Comparison
| Draw Date | Invitations | Minimum CRS | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Sep-25 | 249 | 772 | Provincial Nominee only |
| 19-Aug-25 | 2,500 | 470 | Healthcare and social services |
| 18-Aug-25 | 192 | 800 | Provincial Nominee only |
What’s next?
The IRCC is expected to hold additional Express Entry draws in September 2025, with speculations over upcoming trades or Canadian Experience Class (CEC) focused rounds. Applicants are encouraged to monitor official updates and enhance their profiles for better outcomes.
This Express Entry draw reaffirms Canada’s commitment to attracting skilled immigrants, with particular emphasis on those securing provincial nominations.
