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Canada Invites 249 Candidates to Apply for Permanent Residency in September Express Entry Draw
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the latest draw of the Express Entry system, inviting 249 applicants to apply for permanent residence in Canada on September 2, 2025. This marks the first draw of the month and follows a previous round held on August 18, 2025, which was conducted under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and issued 192 invitations.
The Express Entry system is Canada's primary source for managing skilled worker applications for permanent residence. It is a points-based system that ranks candidates based on factors such as age, education, work experience, and language proficiency. The lowest-ranked candidate in this round had a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 772, a drop of 28 points compared to the August round.
The PNP plays a significant role in Canada's immigration framework, designed to meet regional labor needs and help newcomers settle in areas with available opportunities. Foreign nationals can apply for permanent residence in Canada with the support of a specific province or territory under the PNP. If multiple candidates share the lowest score, the cut-off will be based on the exact date and time of their Express Entry profile submission, ensuring transparency in the selection process.
The recent drop in the CRS cut-off for the Express Entry system has drawn attention among applicants, offering slightly wider access to those waiting in the pool. The Express Entry system remains a highly sought-after immigration pathway for Indians, with the latest development sparking fresh hope among Indian professionals. It is important to note that permanent residents granted PR status through the PNP are not considered Canadian citizens.
Some individuals who qualify for the PNP may be stateless, meaning they have no nationality. This highlights the importance of the PNP in providing a pathway to permanent residence for a diverse range of individuals. The IRCC did not specify which specific federal or provincial immigration programs were included in the September draw.
The Express Entry system has proven to be a successful immigration strategy for Canada, allowing the country to attract and retain highly skilled workers from around the world. The system continues to evolve, with regular draws and updates providing opportunities for individuals to build a new life in Canada.
