Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the latest Express Entry draw results under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). On April 28, 2025, 421 Express Entry invitations were issued to eligible foreign nationals, with the lowest-ranked candidate receiving a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 727.
The Provincial Nominee Program allows foreign nationals to live, reside, and work in a specific province or region in Canada. Each province and territory has its unique immigration schemes aimed at particular categories, including students, entrepreneurs, skilled employees, or workers with some skills. To obtain a Canada Permanent Resident (PR) status via PNP, applicants need to determine eligibility and requirements for available PNPs, complete the application process, submit it to the territory or province, and receive an official Provincial Nomination certificate if eligible.
Key Highlights of the Latest Draw
- Date and Time of Round: April 28, 2025, at 14:18:27 UTC
- Tie-breaking rule date: September 9, 2024, at 17:11:19 UTC
- Minimum Rank required to be invited: 421 or above
- CRS Score: The lowest-ranked candidate received a CRS score of 727
Canada withdrew ‘job offer points’ from the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) in the Express Entry pool, effective March 25, 2025. This change applies to both current and future candidates, specifically those classified under Major Group 00 of the National Occupation Classification (senior management positions) and other skilled occupations. Candidates with qualifying job offers in their Express Entry profiles will lose their previously associated CRS points.
How to Apply for Canadian Permanent Residence through PNP?
To apply for Canadian permanent residence through PNP, follow these steps:
- Determine Eligibility: Check your eligibility for the PNP of the province or territory where you want to live
- Get a Nomination: Contact the province or territory and apply for a nomination
- Apply for Permanent Residence: If nominated, apply for permanent residence online
- Express Entry Process: Create an Express Entry profile, apply to an Express Entry-aligned PNP, receive an Express Entry stream nomination, and confirm the nomination on your profile to receive 600 additional points
The Provincial Nominee Program offers a pathway to Canadian permanent residence for individuals who are interested in immigrating to a specific Canadian province or territory. Each province and territory operates its own PNP designed to meet its specific economic and demographic needs.
Provincial Nominee Programs in Canada
Some of the provinces and territories with PNPs include:
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- New Brunswick
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Ontario
- Prince Edward Island
- Saskatchewan
- Yukon
Note that Quebec and Nunavut do not have provincial nominee programs.
By understanding the Provincial Nominee Program and the latest Express Entry draw results, foreign nationals can take the first step towards obtaining Canadian permanent residence and starting a new life in Canada.
CRS score distribution of candidates in the pool as of April 27, 2025
