IRCC Conducts New Provincial Nominee Program Draw for PR

Shiwangi Srivastava
[Published 17 Dec, 2025 | 04:32 AM]
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the fourth draw of December 2025. They conducted the new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, issuing ITAs to eligible candidates seeking permanent residence in Canada.

However, this latest Express Entry draw is the 56th draw of the year and highlights Canada’s continued focus on the regional labour needs. This Express Entry draw is providing skilled workers with a clear pathway to PR through provincial nomination.

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Latest Express Entry Draw: Key Details

The latest Express Entry draw was held on December 15, 2025, and 399 candidates were invited to apply under the PNP, with a CRS score of 731 or above.

Invitation Round: #386

• Type of Draw: Provincial Nominee Program
• Date of Round: December 15, 2025
• Number of ITAs Issued: 399
• CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 731
• Tie-Breaking Rule: October 18, 2025, at 7:18:52 UTC

If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off is determined by the date and time of their Express Entry profile submission.

Express Entry PNP Draw Of 2025

In 2025, Canada invited 10898 candidates through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw. This year, IRCC held 56 Express Entry draws, including 24 PNP draws, with minimum CRS score ranges of 667-855.

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Express Entry Draw Breakdown of 2025

In 2025, Canada’s immigration system actively promoted skilled newcomers through targeted draws. The French-Speaking Skilled Worker category conducted eight draws, issuing 42,000 invitations with CRS scores ranging from 379 to 481, emphasizing bilingual immigration pathways for French-speaking candidates outside the Quebec immigration draw.

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At the same time, the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) held 14 draws, issuing 30,850 invitations with CRS scores ranging from 518 to 547, underscoring the strong demand for candidates with Canadian work experience.

The latest Express Entry PNP draw reaffirms Canada’s commitment to attracting skilled workers to meet regional labour demands.

With multiple pathways such as the Provincial Nominee Program, the French-Speaking Skilled Worker category, and the Canadian Experience Class, there are opportunities for candidates with diverse skills and backgrounds.

If you’re planning to apply for Canadian permanent residence, staying up to date on CRS scores, draw trends, and program-specific requirements is crucial.

Carefully prepare your profile and explore all pathways to maximize your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in upcoming draws.

Source: canada.ca