Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the latest Express Entry draw for 2025 which is the second in the last week.
Invitations went out to Express Entry workers who have worked in these occupations for at least 6 months.
This draw’s CRS cut-off score of 504 points out that Canada is paying attention to healthcare gaps, though the support needed continues to exceed what is offered.
On this same day, IRCC issued 277 invitations to apply to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The score needed for CRS to be eligible was 726.
Full Details Of The Express Entry Draw Today and This Week
The CRS cutoff score has been reduced by 6 points as compared to previous healthcare and social service occupations targeted by the draw on May 2.
Specifics
June 4
June 2
Category/Program
37 Healthcare and social service occupations
Provincial Nominee Program
Number of Invitations
500
277
CRS Cutoff Score
504
726
Tie-breaking rule
March 31, 2025 at 06:47:23 UTC
September 24, 2024 at 15:46:19 UTC
Canada’s set plan for immigration from 2025 to 2027 makes it clear that it will select skilled people to satisfy needs in the labour market which explains the recent drop in invitations.
As the plan is to reduce the number of permanent residents to 395,000 each year, IRCC has chosen to favor applications with provincial endorsements, past Canadian job experience and fluency in French.
Comparing CRS Score Distribution In The Pool
CRS Score Range
Candidates (June 1)
Candidates (May 13)
Change
601–1200
274
28
+246
501–600
24,650
22,435
+2,215
451–500
75,330
73,741
+1,589
491–500
12,906
12,429
+477
481–490
13,145
12,704
+441
471–480
16,866
16,641
+225
461–470
17,027
16,691
+336
451–460
15,386
15,276
+110
401–450
71,068
69,673
+1,395
441–450
14,768
14,439
+329
431–440
15,490
15,241
+249
421–430
14,089
13,718
+371
411–420
13,850
13,589
+261
401–410
12,871
12,686
+185
351–400
53,714
53,684
+30
301–350
21,682
22,069
-387
0–300
8,312
8,452
-140
Total
255,030
250,082
4,948
Key Observations:
Overall Pool Growth: The Express Entry pool grew by 4,948 candidates (+2.0%) from 250,082 on May 13 to 255,030 on June 1, reflecting sustained interest in Canadian immigration despite policy shifts.
Mid-to-High Range Growth (501–600): The 501–600 range increased by 2,215 candidates (+9.9%), showing a strong rebound, possibly due to profile improvements (e.g., better language scores or education credentials) or redistribution from higher ranges after the removal of arranged employment points.
Mid-Range Stability (401–500): The 451–500 and 401–450 ranges saw modest growth (+1,589 and +1,395, respectively), with sub-ranges increasing by 0.7% to 3.8%, indicating steady new entries or score enhancements.
Low-Range Stability (0–400): The 351–400 range remained nearly unchanged (+30, +0.1%), while the 301–350 and 0–300 ranges slightly declined (-1.8% and -1.7%), suggesting fewer low-scoring candidates entering or some profiles expiring.
Implications: The growth in the 501–600 range and slight increases in the 401–500 ranges suggest a competitive pool, especially for category-based draws (e.g., CEC, French proficiency, or education).
All The Express Entry Draws In 2025
Date
Round type
Invitations issued
CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited
June 2, 2025
Provincial Nominee Program
277
726
May 13, 2025
Canadian Experience Class
500
547
May 12, 2025
Provincial Nominee Program
511
706
May 2, 2025
Healthcare and social services occupations (Version 2)
500
510
May 1, 2025
Education occupations (Version 1)
1,000
479
April 28, 2025
Provincial Nominee Program
421
727
April 14, 2025
Provincial Nominee Program
825
764
March 21, 2025
French language proficiency (Version 1)
7,500
379
March 17, 2025
Provincial Nominee Program
536
736
March 6, 2025
French language proficiency (Version 1)
4,500
410
March 3, 2025
Provincial Nominee Program
725
667
February 19, 2025
French language proficiency (Version 1)
6,500
428
February 17, 2025
Provincial Nominee Program
646
750
February 5, 2025
Canadian Experience Class
4,000
521
February 4, 2025
Provincial Nominee Program
455
802
January 23, 2025
Canadian Experience Class
4,000
527
January 8, 2025
Canadian Experience Class
1,350
542
January 7, 2025
Provincial Nominee Program
471
793
Total ITAs
34,717
What’s Next for Express Entry?
According to predictions, the coming draw could see candidates from Canada’s Experience Class (CEC) scoring above 530, while French-speaking applicants might require scores ranging from 370 to 410.
In the absence of all-program draws in 2025, people without nominations or priority category eligibility could compete with more people.
For people planning to settle in Canada permanently, this draw tells them to update their skills to be in tune with Canada’s labour market.
Go to the IRCC website to set up or change your Express Entry information and look into choices to speed up becoming a permanent resident.
Is 450 a good CRS score for Express Entry in 2025?
A good score in Express Entry is 510 or higher, but in some cases with categories, a person with 450 could still be eligible for an invitation.
When was the last Express Entry Draw?
The previous Express Entry draw was on June 2, 2025, and issued 277 invitations to apply for permanent residency to candidates with a provincial nomination and a CRS score of 726 or above.
You still have options, even though a score of less than 450 may be considered average or low.
Express Entry draw of 4 June 2025 for Healthcare & Social Services Occupations
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the latest Express Entry draw for 2025 which is the second in the last week.
Invitations went out to Express Entry workers who have worked in these occupations for at least 6 months.
This draw’s CRS cut-off score of 504 points out that Canada is paying attention to healthcare gaps, though the support needed continues to exceed what is offered.
On this same day, IRCC issued 277 invitations to apply to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The score needed for CRS to be eligible was 726.
Full Details Of The Express Entry Draw Today and This Week
The CRS cutoff score has been reduced by 6 points as compared to previous healthcare and social service occupations targeted by the draw on May 2.
Canada’s set plan for immigration from 2025 to 2027 makes it clear that it will select skilled people to satisfy needs in the labour market which explains the recent drop in invitations.
As the plan is to reduce the number of permanent residents to 395,000 each year, IRCC has chosen to favor applications with provincial endorsements, past Canadian job experience and fluency in French.
Comparing CRS Score Distribution In The Pool
Key Observations:
Overall Pool Growth: The Express Entry pool grew by 4,948 candidates (+2.0%) from 250,082 on May 13 to 255,030 on June 1, reflecting sustained interest in Canadian immigration despite policy shifts.
Mid-to-High Range Growth (501–600): The 501–600 range increased by 2,215 candidates (+9.9%), showing a strong rebound, possibly due to profile improvements (e.g., better language scores or education credentials) or redistribution from higher ranges after the removal of arranged employment points.
Mid-Range Stability (401–500): The 451–500 and 401–450 ranges saw modest growth (+1,589 and +1,395, respectively), with sub-ranges increasing by 0.7% to 3.8%, indicating steady new entries or score enhancements.
Low-Range Stability (0–400): The 351–400 range remained nearly unchanged (+30, +0.1%), while the 301–350 and 0–300 ranges slightly declined (-1.8% and -1.7%), suggesting fewer low-scoring candidates entering or some profiles expiring.
Implications: The growth in the 501–600 range and slight increases in the 401–500 ranges suggest a competitive pool, especially for category-based draws (e.g., CEC, French proficiency, or education).
All The Express Entry Draws In 2025
What’s Next for Express Entry?
According to predictions, the coming draw could see candidates from Canada’s Experience Class (CEC) scoring above 530, while French-speaking applicants might require scores ranging from 370 to 410.
In the absence of all-program draws in 2025, people without nominations or priority category eligibility could compete with more people.
For people planning to settle in Canada permanently, this draw tells them to update their skills to be in tune with Canada’s labour market.
Go to the IRCC website to set up or change your Express Entry information and look into choices to speed up becoming a permanent resident.
Is 450 a good CRS score for Express Entry in 2025?
A good score in Express Entry is 510 or higher, but in some cases with categories, a person with 450 could still be eligible for an invitation.
When was the last Express Entry Draw?
The previous Express Entry draw was on June 2, 2025, and issued 277 invitations to apply for permanent residency to candidates with a provincial nomination and a CRS score of 726 or above.
You still have options, even though a score of less than 450 may be considered average or low.
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