Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 777 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in the latest Express Entry draw #380, held on November 25, 2025. This PNP-targeted draw shows continued movement in Canada’s immigration system as candidates with provincial nominations remain a priority across multiple provinces.

Lower CRS Cut-Off for PNP Candidates

The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this round was 699, representing a significant 39-point decrease from the previous PNP-only draw. This drop may offer renewed hope for candidates waiting in the Express Entry pool with strong provincial support but slightly lower CRS scores.

The tie-breaking rule for this draw was September 06, 2025, at 01:16:22 UTC. Candidates who submitted their Express Entry profile before this date and time — and who met or exceeded the CRS cut-off — received ITAs.

Express Entry Pool Statistics

As of November 23, 2025, there were 245,758 profiles in the Express Entry pool, reflecting ongoing demand for skilled immigration pathways to Canada.

So far in 2025, IRCC has held 50 Express Entry draws, inviting a total of 87,476 candidates across all categories. Of these, 9,376 invitations were issued through PNP-specific rounds, highlighting the essential role provincial programs continue to play in meeting regional labour needs.

Why This Draw Matters

This latest PNP round reinforces the Government of Canada’s strategy to support provincial labour market priorities through targeted Express Entry selections. With a declining CRS cut-off and consistent invitation numbers, PNP candidates remain well-positioned for permanent residence prospects heading into 2026.