In June 2025, Canada experienced a significant rebound in its Express Entry activities. The Canadian Immigration authority, IRCC (Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada), has issued over 7,000 invitations to apply, which is more than the total for April, May, and across six draws; this figure represents the highest monthly count of the year.
In this article, we will provide complete details about the key draws, explain the CRS score distribution, explore candidate competitiveness, and provide all other related information.
Express Entry Draws Released in June 2025
The Canadian Immigration Authority, IRCC (Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada), has conducted more than six draws in June 2025, across three categories.
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
- Healthcare and Social Service Category-based draws
Below, we have provided the tabular representation of the Express Entry draw released in June 2025:
| Date | Draw Type | ITAs Issued | CRS Cut-off |
| June 2, 2025 | PNP | 277 | 726 |
| June 4, 2025 | Healthcare & Social Services | 500 | 504 |
| June 10, 2025 | PNP | 125 | 784 |
| June 12, 2025 | CEC | 3,000 | 529 |
| June 23, 2025 | PNP | 503 | 742 |
| June 26, 2025 | CEC | 3,000 | 521 |
It represents the first six draw months since November 2024. This draw represents a comeback and is far higher than April’s (1246 ITAs) and May’s (2,511). However, it still lags behind the previous highs of February (11,601) and March (13,621).
Express Entry Pool: Who’s waiting and where?
As of June 22, 2025, the Express Entry Pool had over 256,754 profiles, an increase of 6,672 since mid-May. Below, we have provided details about the score distribution as of June 22.
| CRS Range | Candidates | % of Pool | Percentile Range |
| 0–300 | 8,370 | 3.26% | 0–3.26% |
| 301–350 | 21,746 | 8.47% | 3.26–11.73% |
| 351–400 | 54,237 | 21.12% | 11.73–32.85% |
| 401–410 | 13,150 | 5.12% | 32.85–37.98% |
| 471–480 | 17,358 | 6.76% | 73.72–80.48% |
| 481–490 | 13,508 | 5.26% | 80.48–85.74% |
| 491–500 | 13,190 | 5.14% | 85.74–90.88% |
| 501–600 | 22,947 | 8.94% | 90.88–99.82% |
| 601–1200 | 471 | 0.18% | 99.82–100% |
How competitive is your CRS Score?
By using the percentile bands, applicants can approximate their rank:
- 380 CRS: In the 351–400 band, which puts them at approximately the 12th–33rd percentile.
- 520 CRS: In the 501–600 band, hitting the 91st–99.8th percentile.
- 800+ CRS: Positioning them among the crème de la crème 0.18% in the 601–1200 range.
Notably, just 471 candidates received a score of more than 600, illustrating the selectivity of high-level profiles.
Understanding the changes in Express Entry Draw Trends and Major Policy Shifts
We have provided details about the changes in the Express Entry draw trend and major policy shifts below.
Increase in Draw Frequency & Diversity
June’s six draws consisted of mixed categories—PNP, CEC, and healthcare-focused—mirroring IRCC’s renewed focus on both federal and priority-driven selection avenues.
Effect of LMIA Point Removal
In March 2025, IRCC removed a maximum of 200 CRS points for arranged employment through LMIA—a change aimed at stemming fraud associated with purchasing/selling LMIA. The change reconfigured score trends:
- Earlier inflated scores resulting from job offer points were eliminated, advancing significant cut-offs earlier in draws.
- The current pool shows fewer candidates with scores above 481 than April’s pool, emphasising the shift.
- Forums indicated that the shift has “reshuffled express entry CRS score distribution” and is likely to reduce future draw thresholds steadily.
Category-Based Draws & Francophone Priority
2025 has witnessed IRCC embracing category-based selection for:
- Healthcare & Social Services
- Education
- French-language proficiency
- Trade occupations
June saw a healthcare-specific draw with a low 504 CRS score, highlighting the approach to respond to the labour shortages.
Recurring French-targeted draws throughout the year—even including large 6,500‑ITA rounds—indicate Canada’s continued drive toward Francophone immigration.
What does it mean for Applicants?
These changes can have the following implications for applicants across various sectors:
For Health‑Sector Candidates
Health care candidates continue to be very high on the priority list, with category draws featuring lower CRS requirements (504 in June), bespoke to labour-market needs.
For CEC Candidates
Two major CEC draws in June (3,000 ITAs each) had CRS cut-offs around 529 and 521—marginally more accessible ranges for individuals with Canadian experience.
For PNP Candidates
PNP-directed draws continued but with large CRS demands (726, 742, 784), requiring stronger general profiles or supported provincial endorsements.
For High‑Score Profiles (>600 CRS)
The small elite category (less than 500 persons) continues to hold sway over premium draws, and PNP streams continue to be important for these applicants looking to get picked.
For Mid‑Range Profiles (500–600 CRS)
Ambitious but realistic: As category draws result in CRS cut-offs between 500 and 550, and more draws are included, this category stands a fair chance, particularly in healthcare, CEC, or French draws.
For Lower Scorers (<500 CRS)
Those below 500 are mostly kept out of mainstream attractions, aside from perhaps health or education streams or through provincial nominations. Look to upgrade language, skill, or experience qualifications.
Outlook: Mid‑2025 and Beyond
The following information explains the upcoming trends we can expect from the Express Entry Draw:
Keen Category-Based Concentration
IRCC’s concentration on healthcare, education, trades, and French continues. Monthly draws are expected to swing between mass CEC invitations and specialty sector rounds.
Adapting to LMIA Point Withdrawal
The March policy adjustment eliminated the job-offer benefit, rebalancing the pool. Long term, this is expected to lower cut-off scores, making it fair again for candidates banking on primary CRS factors.
Draw Volume & Pool Size
June’s peak comes after April’s slowdown and recovery in May. In the future, IRCC draw frequency and category shifts will primarily be based on immigration goals, economic requirements, and shifting pool make-up.
Conclusion
June 2025’s Express Entry activity represents a dynamic and resilient Canadian immigration system. 6 draws across multiple streams, 7,405 ITAs delivered, and well over a quarter‑million profiles mid‑June, momentum is certainly back, though not at record highs of early 2025.
The phase-out of LMIA job-offer points, shift towards category-based selection, and continued CEC issuance represent a policy setting that’s responsive to labour market needs and fairness.
Competition from all along the CRS continuum can access opportunities, but they must adapt strategies to fashion their own path, with an understanding of how shifting draw patterns and pool composition affect the odds of receiving an ITA.
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