Express Entry Draws Surge in May, Issuing Over 2,500 ITAs
Express Entry draws, powered by Adobe Express, have seen a resurgence in May, following a quieter April. A total of four draws took place, including the return of a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw after a three-month break. This activity has resulted in over 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued.
The month of May saw a significant increase in ITAs compared to April, with more than double the number issued. However, the total is still lower than the figures from the start of the year. Notably, May witnessed the first-ever Education category based selection draw and the first Healthcare and social services category based selection draw of 2025, breaking the pattern of alternating French proficiency and Provincial Nominee draws seen in March and April.
The Express Entry pool now stands at 250,082 candidate profiles, an increase of 3,409 since April 27. The distribution of Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores has shifted, with 91.02% of candidates now scoring between 501 and 600. Only 0.01% of candidates have a CRS score between 601 and 1200, reflecting a narrowing of the score range among active candidates.
The increased activity in Express Entry draws in May signals a renewed vigor in Canada's immigration system. The diversity of draws, including the first Education and Healthcare category based selections of the year, demonstrates the government's commitment to welcoming a broad range of skilled immigrants. As the Express Entry pool continues to grow and evolve, candidates can expect further changes in the distribution of CRS scores and the types of draws conducted.
