Canada has issued new hope to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates aiming for permanent residency, following the latest Express Entry draw held on October 27, 2025. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 302 applicants in this round, which exclusively targeted those with provincial nominations.
The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 761, representing a 17-point decrease compared to the previous PNP-specific draw on October 14, 2025. According to IRCC, the tie-breaking date for this round was set at September 26, 2025, at 02:14:06 UTC, meaning candidates with profiles submitted before this date and who met the score cut-off received Invitations to Apply (ITAs).
A provincial nomination is one of the most impactful pathways to Canadian permanent residency, as it grants an additional 600 CRS points, effectively securing an invitation in subsequent EE draws. This latest round reflects Canada’s continued emphasis on strengthening regional labour markets, addressing workforce shortages, and supporting long-term population stability in the provinces.
Why This Draw Is Significant
The October 27 draw aligns with Canada’s broader 2025 strategy of prioritizing provincial pathways and sector-targeted recruitment. Throughout the year, provinces have increasingly focused on attracting skilled workers in technology, healthcare, and trades—sectors that are experiencing sustained demand outside major metropolitan hubs.
The slight dip in the CRS cut-off suggests an effort to maintain a balance between immigration targets and economic priorities, while still ensuring the selection of competitive and well-aligned candidates.
Express Entry Draw Summary — October 27, 2025
Category Details
Program Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
Invitations Issued 302
Minimum CRS Score 761
Draw Date October 27, 2025
Tie-Breaking Rule September 26, 2025 – 02:14:06 UTC
How Candidates Can Secure a Provincial Nomination
To earn a nomination, candidates must demonstrate that their skills and experience meet the labour needs of a specific province:
Enhanced PNP streams (linked to Express Entry) allow candidates to receive a Notification of Interest (NOI) directly in their profile.
Base PNP streams require candidates to apply directly to a province outside the Express Entry system.
Provinces such as Ontario and British Columbia regularly target tech and healthcare professionals, while Alberta, Saskatchewan, and the Atlantic provinces continue to focus on trade workers and applicants with strong regional ties.
What to Expect Next
The next Express Entry draw is anticipated between October 29–30 and may target either the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or select category-based pools, including French-language and healthcare professionals.
Canada’s immigration levels plan aims to admit 395,000 permanent residents in 2025, with 55,000 slots reserved for PNP candidates, reinforcing the importance of provincial pathways for aspiring newcomers.
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