Latest Express Entry Draw Invited 3,000 CEC Candidates
2025-06-27 | Abroad Pathway Immigration | Leave a Comment
June 27, 2025 – Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its latest Express Entry draw on June 26, 2025, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency to candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). This targeted draw saw a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score cut-off of 521, marking an 8-point decrease from the previous CEC-specific draw on June 12, 2025.
This is the second CEC-specific draw in two weeks, signaling a potential return to more frequent invitations for candidates with Canadian work experience after a period of focus on Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and category-based selections.
Key Highlights of the June 26, 2025 Express Entry Draw:
- Draw Type: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
- Date of Draw: June 26, 2025
- Number of ITAs Issued: 3,000
- CRS Score Cut-Off: 521
- Tie-breaking Rule: November 21, 2024, at 15:56:13 UTC
The CRS score of 521 ties with the February 5, 2025 draw as the lowest for CEC candidates this year, offering renewed hope for individuals in the Express Entry pool with scores in the lower 500s. This ongoing commitment to the Canadian Experience Class aligns with Canada's broader immigration goals to retain skilled workers who have already integrated into the Canadian labour market and contribute to its economy.
Impact for Candidates:
Candidates who received an ITA in this draw now have 60 days to submit their complete application for permanent residency. This is a crucial step towards making Canada their permanent home.
For those in the Express Entry pool who did not receive an ITA this round, particularly those with scores below 521, immigration experts advise focusing on strategies to improve their CRS score. This can include:
- Enhancing language proficiency: Higher scores in English or French language tests significantly boost CRS points.
- Gaining additional Canadian work experience: More relevant Canadian work experience directly contributes to a higher CRS score for CEC candidates.
- Securing a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nomination: A provincial nomination adds a substantial 600 points to a candidate's CRS score, virtually guaranteeing an ITA in subsequent draws.
Understanding Express Entry:
Express Entry is Canada's flagship immigration system for skilled workers, managing applications for three key economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Candidates submit a profile, which is then assigned a CRS score based on factors such as age, education, work experience, and language skills. Periodically, IRCC conducts draws, inviting candidates with the highest CRS scores or those who meet specific category-based criteria to apply for permanent residency.
Looking Ahead:
Canada's immigration plan for 2025-2027 continues to prioritize economic class immigrants, with a focus on addressing labour shortages and welcoming talent that can contribute to the nation's growth. While the frequency and size of future draws remain subject to IRCC's operational needs and immigration targets, the consistent issuance of ITAs, particularly for CEC candidates, underscores Canada's ongoing commitment to skilled immigration.
