The Express Entry draw #374 was conducted on October 27, 2025, issuing 302 invitations under the PNP category. The CRS cut-off for this round stood at 761, marking one of the highest in recent months. As of October 26, 2025, the Express Entry pool contained 248,253 candidates, reflecting a strong interest from skilled workers hoping to settle in Canada through federal and provincial pathways.

Canada Express Entry Draw #374

Details	Information
Draw Number	#374
Date of Draw	October 27, 2025
Type of Draw	Provincial Nominee Program
CRS Cut-Off Score	761
Number of ITAs Issued	302
Tie-Breaking Rule	September 26, 2025, at 02:14:06 UTC

What Does This Draw Tell Us About Current Immigration Trends?

The latest draw continues to reflect IRCC’s focus on PNP-specific selections, aimed at supporting regional labour market needs. With 44 draws held so far in 2025, Canada continues to prioritize candidates with provincial nominations, as these individuals are already identified as valuable contributors to their respective provinces.

However, the size of draws has been relatively smaller this year, with only two rounds dedicated to education-based categories and a tighter CRS range overall. This pattern aligns with IRCC’s 2025–2027 immigration levels plan, which emphasizes quality over quantity in economic immigration.

Why Are CRS Scores Still So High?

If you’ve been tracking the Express Entry draws, you’ve probably noticed that CRS cut-offs remain higher than usual. Several factors contribute to this trend:

• Reduced immigration targets for the 2025 intake have limited the number of invitations issued.
• A pause in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draws earlier this year created a backlog of strong profiles.
• Fewer provincial nominations have left many high-scoring candidates in the pool.
• Category-based draws, while addressing key labour needs, don’t draw heavily from the broader pool.
• Despite tighter criteria, interest in Canadian immigration remains strong, with thousands of candidates scoring above 500 points.

These dynamics have resulted in an increasingly competitive environment where only the strongest profiles are being invited.

Provincial Nominee Program: Still a Key Pathway to PR

The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) remains one of the most effective routes to Canadian permanent residence, adding up to 600 CRS points to a candidate’s Express Entry profile. So far, 7,885 PNP-specific invitations have been issued in 2025. If this trend continues, the total number of PNP-linked ITAs may reach around 9,000 by year-end, significantly lower than 15,483 ITAs issued in 2024.

This shift suggests that provinces are prioritising non–Express Entry PNP streams, which offer more flexibility to target in-demand occupations and regional workforce shortages.

What to Expect in Future Express Entry Draws

Looking ahead, Canada is expected to continue conducting biweekly PNP draws while also focusing on category-based selections for sectors such as Trades, STEM, and French-language proficiency. While the CRS cut-off may not drop significantly in the short term, IRCC could potentially issue larger invitation rounds before the end of 2025 to meet annual targets.

How to Boost Your CRS Score

If your score is currently below the recent thresholds, there are proven ways to improve your ranking:

• Apply for a PNP nomination (+600 CRS points)
• Improve your language test scores (IELTS/CELPIP)
• Gain Canadian work experience
• Secure a valid job offer or LMIA
• Add a spouse’s education or language results to your profile

Even small changes can make a big difference in upcoming draws.

Express Entry Draw #374 Reflects Canada’s Targeted Immigration Focus

The Express Entry Draw #374 highlights Canada’s ongoing preference for Provincial Nominee Program candidates. With a CRS cut-off of 761 and 302 invitations issued, the draw demonstrates IRCC’s goal of aligning skilled immigration with provincial labour demands. As Canada continues to refine its Express Entry system, aspiring immigrants should stay informed and proactive about improving their scores and exploring multiple pathways to permanent residency. Stay updated with ImmigCanada for weekly Express Entry news, pool analyses, and expert insights designed to help you plan your Canada immigration journey confidently.