Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system.

The department issued 6,500 ITAs in a French-proficiency category-based draw.

Holders of H-1B visas pursuing U.S. green cards may find it quicker and easier to obtain Canadian permanent residency instead.

Manitoba and Prince Edward Island have both issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for nomination through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).

The Manitoba PNP (MPNP) prioritized candidates with advanced levels of education and those who had received direct invitations.

PEI held its second draw of 2025 this week, targeting PEI-based candidates, as well as international student graduates from specific universities and colleges.

This article will cover the results of these draws in more detail.