Canada Issues 49,628 Express Entry ITAs in 2025 Amid Policy Shifts
As of August 6, 2025, Canada issued 49,628 Express Entry ITAs, with an August 6 PNP draw issuing…
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As of August 6, 2025, Canada issued 49,628 Express Entry ITAs, with an August 6 PNP draw issuing…
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