Highlights: IRCC invites over 20,000 candidates in October Express Entry & PNP draws
- Canada issued 20,611 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in October 2025 through Express Entry and PNP draws combined.
- IRCC conducted 7 Express Entry draws, issuing 15,647 invitations under French, Healthcare, and CEC categories.
- Provinces held 17 PNP draws, issuing a total of 4,964 invitations across Ontario, Alberta, Manitoba, BC, PEI, and Newfoundland & Labrador.
- Canada targets 485,000 new permanent residents in 2025, rising to over 500,000 in 2026 under its Immigration Levels Plan.
- Indian professionals remained top recipients, especially in technology, healthcare, and engineering occupations.
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Canada Immigration Draws – October 2025
October 2025 was a strong month for Canada’s immigration system, with significant activity across both federal and provincial programs. The country’s efforts to attract skilled professionals continued through a series of Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws, reinforcing its target to welcome more than 485,000 new permanent residents this year.
According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), seven Express Entry draws were held between October 1 and October 29, 2025, issuing a total of 14,647 invitations. These included category-based draws focused on French-speaking candidates, healthcare and social service occupations, and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) applicants.
At the provincial level, 17 PNP draws were conducted in October 2025, resulting in 4,964 invitations across provinces such as Ontario, Alberta, Manitoba, British Columbia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador. These draws addressed key regional labour demands, targeting skilled professionals in healthcare, IT, education, and trades.
|
Express Entry Draws |
PNP Draws |
Total ITAs issued in October |
|
15,647 |
4,964 |
20,611 |
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Canada Express Entry Draws issued 14,647 Invitations in October 2025
October 2025 was an active month for the Express Entry system, as the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted seven draws, issuing a total of 14,647 Invitations to Apply (ITAs).
These draws reflected Canada’s ongoing efforts to meet its skilled labour needs by inviting professionals from diverse backgrounds, particularly in French-speaking, healthcare, and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) categories.
IRCC continued to balance category-based selections with program-specific rounds, ensuring opportunities for both international and domestic skilled workers.
|
S.no |
Date |
Program |
Invitations |
|
376 |
October 29, 2025 |
French language proficiency |
6,000 |
|
375 |
October 28, 2025 |
Canadian Experience Class |
1000 |
|
374 |
October 27, 2025 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
302 |
|
373 |
October 15, 2025 |
Healthcare and Social services occupations |
2,500 |
|
372 |
October 14, 2025 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
345 |
|
371 |
October 06, 2025 |
French language proficiency |
4,500 |
|
370 |
October 01, 2025 |
Canadian Experience Class |
1,000 |
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Canada PNP Draws issued 4,964 Invitations in October 2025
Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) remained highly active throughout October 2025, with provinces collectively issuing around 5,964 invitations across multiple streams. These draws continue to play a vital role in meeting local labour shortages and supporting Canada’s overall immigration targets.
Provinces including Ontario, Alberta, Manitoba, British Columbia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador — held targeted draws inviting skilled professionals, international graduates, and workers in priority sectors such as healthcare, technology, education, trades, and manufacturing.
|
Month |
Provinces |
No. of draws |
Total no. of Invitations |
|
October |
PEI |
1 |
160 |
|
Newfoundland and Labrador |
2 |
225 |
|
|
Ontario |
3 |
1680 |
|
|
Manitoba |
2 |
891 |
|
|
Alberta |
8 |
1523 |
|
|
British Columbia |
1 |
485 |
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Why Now Is the Right Time to Apply
Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan (2025–2027) aims to welcome 485,000 new permanent residents in 2025, and over 500,000 each year thereafter.
The steady pace of draws this year — including targeted selections for healthcare, STEM, French-speaking, and Canadian Experience Class candidates — means there are now more entry points than ever before.
For Indian professionals, the numbers are particularly encouraging. Year after year, Indians have remained the largest group of successful PR applicants, thanks to their strong English proficiency, professional experience, and educational credentials.
If your IELTS score, Educational Credential Assessment (ECA), and work experience are already in place, the next few months could be decisive. Canada’s demand for talent is growing, and a well-prepared profile can help you secure an invitation faster.
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