Canada wrapped up June 2025 with a flurry of activity in the Express Entry system—issuing 7,405 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across six draws, marking the highest monthly draw count so far this year.
📅 June 2025 Draws: Details & Highlights
| Date | Draw Type | ITAs | CRS Cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 2 | PNP | 277 | 726 |
| June 4 | Healthcare & Social Services | 500 | 504 |
| June 10 | PNP | 125 | 784 |
| June 12 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 3,000 | 529 |
| June 23 | PNP | 503 | 742 |
| June 26 | CEC | 3,000 | 521 |
Total ITAs in June: 7,405
📊 Pool Snapshot: CRS Score Distribution
As of June 22, the Express Entry pool had 256,754 active profiles—an increase of 6,672 since mid-May. Here’s the breakdown:
- 0–300: 8,370
- 301–350: 21,746
- 351–400: 54,237
- 401–450: ~43,000 total
- 451–500: 76,748
- 501–600: 22,947
- 601–1,200: 471
📈 Competitiveness: Understanding Your Position
If your CRS is in the 451–500 range, you’re in a competitive tier; with strategic moves like improving language scores, obtaining Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) support, or gaining Canadian experience, you could stand out in future draws.
🔍 What This Means for Applicants
- Category-based draws (e.g., healthcare, social services) offer routes for candidates with lower CRS scores.
- Large-scale CEC draws suggest growing IRCC emphasis on internal labour retention.
- The frequent PNP draws highlight how provincial endorsements (adding 600 CRS points) are key to improving chances.
🛠 How AARA Immigration Consultancy Can Level Up Your Strategy
- Identify your standing within the Express Entry pool
- Explore pathway options: CEC, PNP, category-based draws
- Boost your CRS through targeted improvements (language, credentials, work history)
- Guide you through PNP applications and associate Express Entry advantage
Ready to optimize your Express Entry profile for 2025? Book your free assessment with AARA Immigration today and get insider guidance.