Here are the results of the fifth Express Entry draw:
Date: August 31, 2022
Number of ITA: 2750
Cut-off Score: 516 (9 scores lower than the fourth draw)
Immigration program: All Express Entry programs
Since July 6, 2022, 5 Express Entry draws have been held. See below the details of all five draws:
Express Entry Draw # | Date | ITA | CRS | Immigration Program |
230 | August 31, 2022 | 2750 | 516 | All programs |
229 | August 17, 2022 | 2250 | 525 | All programs |
228 | August 3, 2022 | 2000 | 533 | All programs |
227 | July 20, 2022 | 1750 | 542 | All programs |
226 | July 6, 2022 | 1500 | 557 | All programs |
2025 Update
Back in August 2022, the fifth Express Entry draw was held. Here were the results:
- Date: August 31, 2022
- Number of Invitations to Apply (ITA): 2,750
- Cut-off CRS Score: 516
- Program: All Express Entry programs
That draw marked a small drop in the CRS cut-off compared to the one before it, continuing the trend as draws resumed that summer.
Here’s a recap of the first five rounds since they started up again on July 6, 2022:
| Draw # | Date | ITAs | CRS | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 230 | August 31, 2022 | 2750 | 516 | All programs |
| 229 | August 17, 2022 | 2250 | 525 | All programs |
| 228 | August 3, 2022 | 2000 | 533 | All programs |
| 227 | July 20, 2022 | 1750 | 542 | All programs |
| 226 | July 6, 2022 | 1500 | 557 | All programs |
Fast forward to 2025, and the Express Entry system looks a little different. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) started using new selection categories aimed at addressing specific workforce needs — not just general high scores. For example, candidates with strong French skills or experience in certain job sectors, like trades or healthcare, are now getting more attention in the draws.
Here’s a look at some of the draws so far this year:
| Draw # | Date | ITAs | CRS | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 341 | March 21, 2025 | 7500 | 379 | French-language proficiency |
| 340 | March 17, 2025 | 536 | 736 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) |
| 339 | March 6, 2025 | 4500 | 410 | French-language proficiency |
| 338 | March 3, 2025 | 725 | 667 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) |
| 337 | Feb 19, 2025 | 6500 | 428 | French-language proficiency |
| 336 | Feb 17, 2025 | 646 | 750 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) |
| 335 | Feb 5, 2025 | 4000 | 521 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
| 334 | Feb 4, 2025 | 455 | 802 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) |
| 333 | Jan 23, 2025 | 4000 | 527 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
| 332 | Jan 8, 2025 | 1350 | 542 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
| 331 | Jan 7, 2025 | 471 | 793 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) |
What’s different now? The draw types have become more targeted. It’s not only about a high score anymore — language ability, job experience in certain industries, and nomination by a province can all make a big difference.
We’ve seen all kinds of applicants move through this process — some with years of work experience in Canada, others applying from abroad with in-demand skills. If you’re still figuring out the best way forward or wondering what your odds look like, our team can help you look through your options and understand the steps clearly.
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