The Latest Express Entry Draw For PNP Issued 399 PR Invitations underlines Canada’s ongoing strategy to bring in professionals nominated by the provinces via the Express Entry system. This lottery, which has been carried out by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the provincial Nominee programs boom in the regional labor market. The number of issued invitations is very small and hence, the draw is a reflection of strong rivalry and at the same time, it strengthens the need for provincial nominations for the aspiring candidates to obtain Canadian permanent residency.
Latest Express Entry Draw For PNP – Draw Highlights
● Draw Date – 15 December 2025
● Program – Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
● Number of Invitations – 399
● CRS Score – 731
CRS Score Distribution In The Pool
The CRS score distribution of the candidates in the Express Entry pool is shown here just before the draw on 15 December 2025. This table serves to find out the rank of most of the candidates in the pool and the competition level for the upcoming draws.
| CRS Score Range | Number of Candidates |
|---|---|
| 501–600 | 21,783 |
| 491–500 | 12,315 |
| 481–490 | 12,149 |
| 471–480 | 14,859 |
| 461–470 | 14,535 |
| 451–460 | 14,842 |
| 451–500 | 68,700 |
| 401–450 | 66,948 |
| 441–450 | 13,992 |
| 431–440 | 14,244 |
| 421–430 | 12,750 |
| 411–420 | 12,367 |
| 401–410 | 13,595 |
| 351–400 | 52,574 |
| 301–350 | 18,829 |
| 0–300 | 8,069 |
| Total | 236,903 |
Latest PNP Draws of December
A brief overview of the latest Provincial Nominee Program draws under the Express Entry system of Canada is presented below.
| Date | Number of Invitations | CRS Score | Draw Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Dec 2025 | 399 | 731 | Provincial Nominee Program |
| 08 Dec 2025 | 1,123 | 729 | Provincial Nominee Program |
Importance of This Draw
The most recent PNP centered Express Entry draw not only spotlights Canada’s immigration policy but also affirms the country’s ongoing commitment to fostering regional economic development through selective immigration. With the selection of candidates nominated by the provinces, IRCC is making certain that the new arrivals will smoothly transition into the local labor market. The event also indicates that skilled workers will be continually benefited through PNP paths, thus recognizing their significance in Canada’s immigration landscape.
Recap of the latest Express Entry Draws
| Date | Number of Invitations | CRS Score | Draw Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Dec 2025 | 399 | 731 | Provincial Nominee Program |
| 11 Dec 2025 | 1,000 | 476 | Healthcare and Social Services Occupations |
| 10 Dec 2025 | 6,000 | 520 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
| 08 Dec 2025 | 1,123 | 729 | Provincial Nominee Program |
| 28 Nov 2025 | 6,000 | 408 | French Language Proficiency |
| 26 Nov 2025 | 1,000 | 531 | Canadian Experience Class |
| 25 Nov 2025 | 777 | 699 | Provincial Nominee Program |
| 14 Nov 2025 | 3,500 | 462 | Healthcare and Social Services Occupations |
| 12 Nov 2025 | 1,000 | 533 | Canadian Experience Class |
| 10 Nov 2025 | 714 | 738 | Provincial Nominee Program |