IRCC Issues 3,000 Invitations to Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw held on June 12, 2025.
Draw Highlights:
Date of Draw: June 12, 2025
Program Targeted: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Number of ITAs Issued: 3,000
Minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) Score Required: 529
Tie-Breaking Rule Applied: Profiles submitted before September 28, 2024, at 18:06 UTC
What is the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)?
The CEC is one of the most popular immigration pathways under the Express Entry system. It targets skilled workers who already have at least one year of Canadian work experience and meet language requirements. This stream is especially attractive to international graduates and temporary foreign workers who wish to transition to permanent residence (PR).
How This Draw Compares to Previous Rounds?
This draw stands out due to:
Significant increase in invitations compared to the previous CEC draw on May 13, 2025, which invited just 500 candidates with a much higher cut-off score of 547.
A notable decrease in the CRS cut-off score to 529, indicating improved accessibility for CEC applicants.
Why This Matters?
This draw signals several important trends in Canada's immigration landscape:
A renewed focus on candidates already residing in Canada, who are likely to integrate faster into the labor market.
IRCC’s commitment to category-based and targeted draws, ensuring specific labor market needs are met while balancing economic growth and population sustainability.
What to Do If You Received an ITA?
If you received an Invitation to Apply:
Act quickly: You have 60 days to submit a complete PR application via your Express Entry account.
Gather documents: Ensure you have valid work experience proof, language test results, police certificates, and medical exams.
Seek professional guidance if needed to avoid mistakes that could delay or jeopardize your application.
Missed the Cut-Off? Here's What You Can Do:
If your CRS score was just below 529, don’t be discouraged. You still have options:
Improve your CRS score by retaking your language test, completing an additional credential assessment, or gaining more work experience.
Monitor category-based draws: IRCC continues to hold targeted draws for sectors like healthcare, STEM, French-speaking applicants, and trade occupations.
Consider Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) which often have lower CRS thresholds and additional pathways for in-demand workers.
Recent Express Entry Draws – 2025 Snapshot
Date | Draw Type | ITAs Issued | CRS Cut-Off |
---|---|---|---|
June 12 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 529 |
June 10 | Provincial Nominee Program | 125 | 784 |
June 4 | Healthcare Occupations | 500 | 504 |
May 13 | Canadian Experience Class | 500 | 547 |
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