New Express Entry Draw Focuses on PNP Candidates for Second Time in April

This marks the second Express Entry draw in April to exclusively focus on PNP candidates and the seventh draw overall this year. This consistent emphasis on provincial nominations underscores the Canadian government's ongoing strategy to attract skilled workers who have been identified by provinces and territories as meeting their specific economic and labor market needs.

Express Entry PNP Draw on 28 Apr

The high CRS cut-off score reflects the additional 600 points awarded to PNP nominees, significantly boosting their ranking in the Express Entry pool. This latest draw provides another opportunity for PNP candidates to move forward in their journey towards Canadian permanent residency. Immigration experts note that the continued focus on PNP candidates highlights the importance of provincial nominations as a key pathway for skilled workers seeking to immigrate to Canada.

The IRCC has opened second Express Entry draw of April, inviting 421 PNP candidates who had the CRS Score of 727 or higher.

• EE Draw number: 343
• Date: 28 April 2025
• Number of invitations: 421
• Category: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
• Cut-off score: 727

Express Entry Draw Result – 28 Apr 2025

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So far in 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 31,929 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through 13 Express Entry draws held this year.

Express Entry Draws in 2025

Promising Outlook for PNP in 2025

The Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) are poised to maintain a significant role in Canadian immigration in 2025. With provinces and territories actively seeking skilled workers to address specific regional labor market needs, the various PNP streams offer diverse pathways for immigration.1 This is particularly advantageous for candidates who may not qualify under the federal Express Entry system alone.

The ability of PNPs to target specific occupations and skills, combined with an increasing focus on regional economic development across Canada, suggests a positive scope for prospective immigrants who can demonstrate their ability to integrate and contribute to provincial economies in 2025.

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