Canada holds the first-ever draw for education professionals through the Express Entry system. IRCC issued 1,000 ITAs to applicants in the draw.
In order to be considered in this draw, applicants need to have:
- A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 479
- Created an Express Entry applicant profile before 10:35 a.m., Universal Coordinated Time on 10 August, 2024
Summary Of Express Entry Draws In 2025
Canada holds the first-ever draw for education professionals. Below is the summary of other Express Entry draws. Take a look!
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS score |
| May 1 | Education | 1,000 | 479 |
| April 28 | Provincial Nominee Program | 421 | 727 |
| April 14 | Provincial Nominee Program | 825 | 764 |
| March 21 | French language proficiency | 7,500 | 379 |
| March 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 536 | 736 |
| March 6 | French language proficiency | 4,500 | 410 |
| March 3 | Provincial Nominee Program | 725 | 667 |
| February 19 | French language proficiency | 6,500 | 428 |
| February 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 646 | 750 |
| February 5 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 521 |
| February 4 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
| January 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
| January 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
| January 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
The recent draw marks the first applicant selection under IRCC’s new education category. The education category was first declared in February of this year and is the newest category to be added to the immigration department’s economic priorities.
The May 1 draw is also the first Express Entry selection after Canada’s recent national election.
Much attention has been given in recent weeks to Prime Minister Carney’s immigration policies and what Canadian immigration may look like going forward under the new liberal government.
Thus far, IRCC has issued 32,929 ITAs to applicants via the Express Entry system.
Express Entry draws in 2025 thus far have focused primarily on Provincial Nominee Program applicants. The remainder of the draws have been dedicated equally to French-language proficiency and Canadian Experience Class applicants:
| Draw Type | Number of Draws |
| Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 7 |
| French-language proficiency | 3 |
| Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 3 |
| Education | 1 |
Does One Have To Hire A Lawyer If They Get An ITA Through Express Entry?
Canada holds the first-ever draw for education professionals. Well, hiring a lawyer for the Express Entry application process is not required, but it can offer valuable advantages.
Assuming you submitted the same application either on your own or with an immigration representative, your chances of success would not change.
However, a skilled and reputable Canadian immigration lawyer can help you submit the best possible applicant profile and/or application for permanent residence. They can also help you maximize your CRS points.
In addition, a qualified immigration lawyer can:
- Advise you on the correct program to apply under through the Express Entry system
- Help you plan for and arrange all needed documents and information for a strong PR application
- Ensure that your application is accurate and free from mistakes or misrepresentation
- Guide you through and help resolve any unforeseen issues with your application
The main value of hiring an immigration lawyer is not in their ability to complete forms or submit documents on your behalf but rather in the personalized care and advice that they can provide to you.
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