Express Entry
IRCC Issues 646 Invitations in Latest Express Entry Draw #336
Canada continues to strengthen its immigration pathways, as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently issued 646 invitations to apply (ITAs) under the Express Entry Draw #336. This latest draw, targeting PNP candidates, required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 750, reaffirming Canada’s commitment to welcoming skilled professionals who can contribute to the economy.
Latest Express Entry Draw Overview
Express Entry draw today, 646 ITAs were issued to PNP candidates who met the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 750. To qualify, applicants had to submit their Express Entry profile before July 23, 2024, at 5:41 PM UTC.
This Express Entry Draw #336 follows a pattern seen earlier this year, where IRCC prioritized candidates from PNP and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
Breakdown of the Recent Draws in 2025
| Date | Draw Type | Number of ITAs | Cut-off CRS Score |
| February 17 | Provincial Nominee Program | 646 | 750 |
| February 5 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 521 |
| February 4 | Provincial Nominee Program | 455 | 802 |
| January 23 | Canadian Experience Class | 4,000 | 527 |
| January 8 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,350 | 542 |
| January 7 | Provincial Nominee Program | 471 | 793 |
This pattern indicates IRCC’s strategic focus on inviting high-scoring candidates from PNP and CEC pools while delaying category-based draws for French speakers, healthcare workers, and skilled tradespeople.
Why Entering the Express Entry Pool is Always a Good Idea?
Many applicants hesitate to enter the Express Entry pool if they have a low CRS score. However, it is always recommended to create a profile, as numerous factors could work in your favour over time. Here’s why:
- CRS Score Fluctuations: CRS score thresholds change unpredictably. Even if your score is currently low, future draws may see lower cut-offs, giving you a better chance of receiving an ITA.
- Tie-Breaking Rule Benefits: The tie-breaking rule means that if multiple candidates have the same score, the one who submitted their profile earlier gets priority. Entering the pool sooner increases your chances of selection.
- Opportunity for CRS Score Improvement: While in the pool, you can enhance your CRS score by improving your language test results, obtaining higher education credentials, gaining more work experience, or securing a provincial nomination. Any improvement directly boosts your ranking without requiring a new application.
- Additional Immigration Pathways: Having an Express Entry profile makes you eligible for other immigration programs like enhanced PNP streams and pilot programs. Some provinces directly invite Express Entry candidates, offering additional opportunities for permanent residency.
Canada’s Commitment to Skilled Immigration
With a target of 41,700 new permanent residents under the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan, Canada is actively seeking skilled professionals to strengthen its workforce. If you meet eligibility requirements, entering the Express Entry pool could be your first step toward a promising future in Canada.
The Express Entry Draw #336 highlights Canada’s proactive approach to selecting skilled candidates who align with economic needs. Even if your CRS score seems low now, entering the Express Entry pool keeps you in the running for future invitations and opens doors to multiple immigration pathways. If you are considering Canadian immigration, now is the time to take action!
