On November 10, 2025, Canada issued 714 invitations for permanent residency (PR) through Express Entry draw number 377 under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
The lowest-ranked candidate in this draw had a CRS score of 738, and candidates needed a rank of at least 714 and a minimum CRS score of 738 to receive an invitation.
The draw took place at 15:23:48 UTC, and the tie-breaking rule date was February 22, 2025.
For context, the previous PNP draw on October 27, 2025, issued 302 invitations with a lowest CRS score of 761.
How the CRS and Job Offer Points Work
Canada uses the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) to evaluate applicants based on age, education, work experience, and language skills.
Score thresholds are adjusted for each draw depending on the pool of candidates.
On March 25, 2025, Canada removed CRS points for job offers for most candidates in the Express Entry pool.
Only candidates in exempted NOC groups, like Major Group 00 or other skilled occupations, can still earn points for a valid job offer.
Provincial Nominee Program: A Pathway to PR
The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allows foreign applicants to live and work in a specific Canadian province or territory.
To get PR through a PNP, candidates must:
Check their eligibility
Apply to the province or territory
Secure a Provincial Nomination certificate
Proceed to the next stage for PR application
PNPs select candidates who have the skills, education, and experience needed for the province’s economy.
Different provinces may target students, skilled workers, entrepreneurs, or semi-skilled workers. Selection factors include:
Job offers in the province
In-demand occupations
Prior work or study experience in the province
Financial ability to start a business
CRS Score Distribution in the Pool
As of November 9, 2025, there were 245,706 candidates in the Express Entry pool.
The distribution included:
601–1200 points: 696 candidates
501–600 points: 26,414 candidates
451–500 points: 70,175 candidates
401–450 points: 68,939 candidates
351–400 points: 52,360 candidates
301–350 points: 19,104 candidates
0–300 points: 8,018 candidates
This distribution shows the competitive nature of the Express Entry system and highlights the importance of maximizing CRS scores for a better chance at receiving an invitation.
